Make sure the coolant level remains
between the MIN and MAX indicator
marks on the side of the expansion tank.
If the level has dropped suddenly, or by
a large amount, arrange for the vehicle to
be examined by a Retailer/Authorised
repairer as soon as possible.
TOPPING UP THE COOLANT
Never remove the coolant
reservoir filler cap when the
engine is hot. Escaping steam or
scalding water could cause serious
personal injury.
Unscrew the filler cap slowly,
allowing the pressure to escape
before removing completely.
Antifreeze is highly inflammable.
Do not allow antifreeze to come
into contact with naked flames or
other sources of ignition (e.g., a
hot engine) - a fire may result.
Antifreeze is poisonous and can
be fatal if swallowed. Keep
containers sealed and out of the
reach of children. If consumption
is suspected, seek medical
attention immediately.
When travelling in territories where
the water supply contains salt,
always make sure you carry a supply
of fresh (rain or distilled) water.
Topping up with salt water will
cause serious engine damage.
The use of non-approved antifreeze
will have an adverse effect on the
engine's cooling system and;
therefore, engine durability.
Antifreeze will damage painted
surfaces; soak up any spillage with
an absorbent cloth immediately,
and wash the area with a mixture of
car shampoo and water.
Antifreeze contains important corrosion
inhibitors. The antifreeze content of the
coolant must be maintained at 50% ± 5%
all year round (not just in cold conditions).
To make sure the anti-corrosion properties
of the coolant are retained, the antifreeze
content should be checked once a year
and completely renewed every ten years,
regardless of the distance travelled.
Failure to do so may cause corrosion of
the radiator and engine components. The
specific gravity of a 50% antifreeze
solution at 20°C is 1.068 and protects
against frost down to -40°C.
1. Remove the coolant reservoir filler cap
by rotating counter-clockwise.
2. Top up to the MAX indicator mark on
the side of the coolant reservoir. Use
a mixture of 50% water and 50%
antifreeze. See 264, LUBRICANTS AND
FLUIDS.
218
Fluid level checks
© Jaguar Land Rover Limited 2015
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