Maintenance RD 27
64 wc_tx000815gb.fm
5.10 Checking the Engine Coolant Level
Prerequisites
Machine shut down
Engine cool
When
Every 10 hours of service or daily
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Procedure
Follow the procedure below to check the engine coolant level.
1. Open the engine compartment.
2. Open the radiator filler cap (a) slowly in order to relieve the pressure. Remove
the filler cap after the pressure has been released.
3. Maintain the coolant level to 2.54 cm (1 in.) below the shoulder inside the fill
pipe.
4. Make sure that the coolant overflow hole (b) is clean and the overflow tube is
securely attached.
5. Inspect the radiator filler cap and filler cap seal for damage. Clean the radiator
filler cap or replace it if necessary.
6. Re-install the radiator filler cap.
WARNING
Burn hazard. Engine coolant is hot and under pressure at operating temperature. It
can cause severe personal injury.
f Check the coolant level only after the engine has been shut down and is cool.
CAUTION
Burn hazard. Coolant can contain alkali.
f Avoid coolant contact with skin and eyes.
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