MAINTENANCE
SECTION 5
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Engine Coolant
CD166 / CD918
Checking
CAUTION
Avoid serious injury from burns. Do not remove coolant cap when engine is hot.
Coolant may discharge violently.
IMPORTANT: Check engine coolant BEFORE starting the engine.
1. Allow the engine to cool.
2. Remove the pressure cap from the coolant expansion tank.
3. The coolant level in the coolant expansion tank should be within 25 mm (1 in.) of the
bottom of the filler neck or between the upper and lower marks, if marked. If coolant is
low refer to Filling.
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b
a
c
a-Coolant expansion tank
b-Pressure cap
c-Bottom of filler neck
IMPORTANT: When installing the pressure cap, be sure to tighten it securely to
prevent coolant loss.
4. Install the pressure cap. Tighten securely.