COOLANT LEVEL
Coolant Level
To check level, lift hood and look at “see-through” coolant reservoir
tank.
It is not necessary to remove radiator cap to check coolant level.
When engine is cool, check coolant level in reservoir tank (1).
A normal coolant level should be between FULL and LOW marks
on reservoir tank.
If coolant level is below LOW mark (2), remove reservoir tank cap
and add proper coolant to tank to bring coolant level up to FULL
mark (3). Then, reinstall cap (4).
NOTE:
If proper quality antifreeze is used, there is no need to add ex-
tra inhibitors or additives that claim to improve system.
They may be harmful to proper operation of system, and are
unnecessary expense.
WARNING:
To help avoid danger of being burned:
do not remove reservoir tank cap while coolant is boil-
ing, and
do not remove radiator cap while engine and radiator
are still hot.
Scalding fluid and steam can be blown out under pres-
sure if either cap is taken off too soon.
COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE
Cooling system should be serviced as follows.
1) Check cooling system for leakage or damage.
2) Wash radiator cap and filler neck with clean water by removing
radiator cap when engine is cold.
3) Check coolant for proper level and freeze protection.
WARNING:
To help avoid danger of being burned, do not remove ra-
diator cap while engine and radiator are still hot.
Scalding fluid and steam can be blown out under pres-
sure if cap is taken off too soon.
ENGINE COOLING
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