14 COOLING SYSTEM 61
14.5 Refilling coolant x
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immedi-
ately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
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Main work
– Make sure that the screw 1 is tightened.
– Stand the vehicle upright.
– Add coolant to level A.
Guideline
Level A above the radiator fins 10 mm (0.39 in)
Coolant 0.5 l (0.5 qt.) Coolant ( p. 81)
Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 81)
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– Position the vehicle as shown and secure it against rolling away. A height differ-
ence of B must be reached.
Guideline
Height difference B 100 cm (39.4 in)
Info
To ensure that all of the air can escape from the cooling system, the front of
the vehicle must be jacked up. A poorly bled cooling system is less effective
at cooling and may result in overheating of the engine.
– Place the vehicle back on a level surface.
– Add coolant to level A.
– Mount the radiator cap.
– Make a short test ride.
Finishing work
– Check the coolant level. ( p. 60)
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