MAINTENANCE
Coolant Concentration
Checking
Check coolant concentration as
follows:
HOT COOLANT
To avoid scalding from the
expulsion of hot coolant, never
remove the cooling system
pressure cap while the engine is
at operating temperature. Wear
adequate protective clothing
(face shield, rubber gloves,
apron, and boots). Remove the
cap slowly to relieve pressure.
1. Open the cap on the surge tank
slowly, to allow excess pressure
to escape. Set the cap aside.
NOTE:
Check and correct the coolant level
only when the coolant temperature is
below 50°C (122°F).
2. Before adding coolant,
use a suitable tester to
check the concentration of
corrosion-inhibiting antifreeze. If
the concentration is lower than
50% by volume, drain coolant/add
antifreeze until the concentration
is correct. The coolant mixing
ratio is listed in Table 29.
NOTE:
Concentrations of more than 55% by
volume should not be used, as this is
the level which affords the maximum
antifreeze protection, down to –45°C
(–49°F). Higher concentrations
adversely affect heat dissipation.
Antifreeze
Protection Down
to°C (°F)
Water Percentage
by Volume
Corrosion-Inhibiting
Antifreeze
Percentage by
Volume
–37 (–347)
50
50
–45 (–49)
45
Maximum 55
Table 29 Coolant Mixing Ratio
NOTICE:
If the concentration of antifreeze is
too low, there is a risk of corrosion
or cavitation in the cooling system.
NOTE:
When topping off, use only a
pre-prepared coolant mixture
containing a 50% concentration
90
All information subject to change without notice.
(Rev. )
DDC-SVC-MAN-0055
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