Maintenance
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3. Only
when the engine is cool, attach a
small hose to the drain
tube
at the bot
-
tom
of the radiator
. Loosen the radia
-
tor
drain plug. Drain the coolant into
a suitable container.
4. With
the drain plug loose but not fully
removed, flush out the system with
running water.
5. Drain the system completely and
retighten
the plug. Add a 50/50 mix
-
ture
of coolant and
water as necessary
to provide freezing and corrosion
protection.
When cold, fill the radiator
to a level 1 to 1 1/2 inches (25 to 38
mm) below the filler neck seat.
In extremely cold climates, add the
amount
recommended in the coolant
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Replace the radiator cap to its fully
installed position, then back it off to
the first stop. This will prevent high
pressure
from building up in the cool
-
ing
system during this part of the pro
-
cedure.
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