Mitsubishi Fuso FK 2008, Owner'S Manual

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Simple inspection and service
4 Check
NOTE:
•
Always check the coolant level before starting
the engine when the coolant temperature is low.
If checked when hot, the coolant level will be
high due to expansion.
•
Deposition may occur in the reserve tank but
this will not cause any problem.
1. Open the front panel. P. 12-4
2. The coolant level in reservoir tank should be
between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines.
If the level is below the “LOW” line, you must
add coolant. See the next page for the method.
3. Check for coolant leaks from the radiator and
radiator hoses.
If you find water on the ground from which your
vehicle has been moved after parking, coolant is
probably leaking.
If the coolant level is abnormally low and quickly
drops again when coolant has been added,
coolant may be leaking from the cooling system.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
dealer.
4. Close the front panel. P. 12-4
5 Adding coolant
Coolant should normally be added into the reservoir
tank. Illumination of the warning lamp indicates
insufficient coolant or engine overheating. If the
warning lamp indicates insufficient coolant, you
must add coolant into the radiator as well.
CAUTION
•
When adding coolant, use new coolant addi-
tive of the same brand and concentration as
the additive that is already in the vehicle.
•
Adding water only reduces the concentra-
tion of the FUSO LONGLIFE COOLANT,
degrading both the additive’s antifreezing
and corrosion-preventive capacities. Any
additional coolant should contain the FUSO
LONGLIFE COOLANT at the same concen-
tration as the original coolant.
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