Open the threaded plug, Figure 36, and drain the
coolant from the engine block. Remove the radiator
cap at this stage to increase the drainage rate.
After draining, flush the cooling system with clean
water via the radiator filler. After flushing, close the
engine block drain plug and the radiator drain cock (if
radiator drain cock is not fitted, reconnect the hose and
clip firmly). Refill the cooling system via the radiator
filler tube.
NOTE:
To avoid trapping air in the system, fill the
radiator as slowly as practicable thereby allowing any
air pockets to disperse.
Check that the coolant level is flush with the bottom of
the filler tube (see Operation 2). Start and run the
engine to circulate the coolant.
NOTE:
The coolant level may drop as it is pumped
around the cooling system.
Stop the engine and top up the radiator with 50%
solution of clean water and antifreeze (or clean water
only if antifreeze is not available).
WARNING :
The cooling system operates under
pressure which is controlled by the radiator cap.
It is dangerous to remove the cap while the system is
hot. Allow the engine to cool and using a thick cloth,
turn the cap slowly to the first stop. Allow the pressure
to escape before fully removing the cap.
IMPORTANT:
It is essential that an approved cap is
used. If the cap is mislaid or damaged, obtain a
replacement from your Authorized Dealer.
Allow the engine to cool and make a final check to
ensure that the coolant level is satisfactory.
See Section C for cooling system capacity and clean
water properties.
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART
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36. Draining the cooling system
1.Engine block drain plug
!
NOTE:
In case a drain cock is not fitted on the radiator,
open the hose connection on the radiator base tank
Cooling System Leaks
In the event of a loss of coolant, for example a leaking
hose or gasket, it is important to firstly correct the leak
and secondly top up with a pre-mixed solution of water
and antifreeze of the correct proportions.
It is recommended that a solution of 50% clean water
and 50% antifreeze, no matter what degree of freeze
protection is required, be pre-mixed and used as a top
up solution.
Always keep this pre-mixed solution in a specially
marked container for top-up purpose and always
investigate the cause of leakage and repair properly or
replace the defective part. Do not use anti-leak
additives.
Summary of Contents for FT 6050 CROSS
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