Page Number - 6
Form 801680
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
dynamic Pressure test (engine on)
For diagnosing:
Cooling system leaks
Blown head gasket
Cylinder head damage
Cracked block
set-up & Procedure:
1. Ensure the cooling system is cool and not pressurized.
Carefully remove the radiator or coolant bottle pressure cap
(Fig. 5).
2. Check to see that the radiator or coolant bottle is filled to
the proper level, and check hoses for visual damage or
leaks. Fill and repair as necessary prior to testing.
3. Apply water or coolant to the rubber gasket of cooling
system test adapter, and install it in place of the
pressure cap (Fig. 6).
4. Secure one end of the clear hose to the pressure pump
using the compression nut (Fig. 7).
5. Secure the second end of the hose to the cooling system test
adapter using the compression nut (Fig. 8).
6. Note the operating pressure of the cooling system
indicated on the cap or in the vehicle repair manual.
7. Start the vehicle engine and monitor the pressure gauge.
An immediate and rapid pressure buildup is an indication of
a breach between a cylinder and the cooling system, most
likely due to a blown head gasket. Immediately turn off the
engine and release the pressure in the system by pressing
the pressure relief lever located on pump. Disconnect the
test equipment and replace the head gasket.
If no immediate or rapid pressure buildup is indicated,
operate the pressure pump to bring the system to normal
operating pressure. If the needle on the pressure gauge
vibrates rapidly, this is an indication of a smaller compres-
sion or combustion leak into the cooling system possibly
caused by a damaged block or head. Turn off the engine,
carefully release the pressure in the system by pressing
the pressure relief lever located on pump.
Disconnect the test equipment and consider replacing
the head gasket.
8. If no abnormal pressure buildup is indicated, carefully
release the pressure in the system by pressing the pressure
relief lever located on the pump. Let the engine run until it
reaches normal operating pressure and temperature. Turn
off the engine and allow it to cool with pressure still applied.
Check for leaks as the engine cools. A leak caused by a
slightly loose hose clamp or a stuck hose clamp that gives
a false sense of tightness, may only be noticeable during
cool down.
caUtion: This equipment is not designed to release
pressure from a hot engine. Do not press the pressure relief
lever, or attempt to disconnect the pump or adapter until
the engine is completely cool. Doing so will allow hot fluid
to be released, possibly causing severe personal injury.
Fig. 8
