BOMBARDIER ski-doo Tundra Scandic 2004 Series, Shop Manual

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Section 04 ENGINE
Subsection 09 (LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM)
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TYPICAL — OPEN THERMOSTAT, WARM ENGINE
1. To radiators
2. From cylinders
These 2 functions have the advantage of prevent-
ing a massive entry of cold water into the engine.
COOLING SYSTEM REFILLING
PROCEDURE
CAUTION: To prevent rust formation or freezing
condition, always replenish the system with rec-
ommended premixed coolant.
System Capacity
Refer to TECHNICAL DATA.
Refilling Procedure
IMPORTANT: USE THE 50/50 PREMIXED COOL-
ANT - 37°C (- 35°F) (P/N 293 600 038).
Do not reinstall pressure cap.
Lift front of vehicle until the tunnel is horizontal.
With engine cold, refill coolant tank
no. 2 up to
cold level line. Wait a few minutes then refill to
line. Start engine. Refill up to line while engine is
idling until all air bubbles have escaped from sys-
tem (about 4 to 5 minutes). Install pressure cap.
To make sure coolant flows through radiators,
touch them by hand. They must feel warm.
Put back front of vehicle on the ground.
When engine has completely cooled down, re-
check coolant level in coolant tank and refill up to
line.
Check coolant concentration (freezing point) with
proper tester.
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