SERVICE
Service - 42
Checking The Cooling System
1. Park the power unit on a level surface.
2.
Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
allow the engine to cool.
4. Open the right hood panel and remove the top
hood panel to access the engine compartment.
A
B
5. Check the coolant
level in the coolant
recovery tank (A).
When cold, the cool-
ant recovery tank
should be approxi-
mately half full of
coolant.
6. If the coolant level is
low, add coolant to
the tank and reinstall
the cap.
7. If the coolant recov-
ery tank is empty,
slowly open the
radiator cap (B) to
the first stop to allow
any pressure to
release. Press down
on the cap slightly and continue to turn counter-
clockwise to remove the cap from the radiator.
8. Check to ensure the coolant level is up to the
bottom of the filler neck.
9. If the coolant level is low, add coolant to the radi-
ator until it reaches the bottom of the filler neck.
10. Install the radiator cap.
11. Inspect the radiator hoses and clamps for leaks
and deterioration. Replace as necessary.
12. Replace the top hood panel and close the right
hood panel.
Cleaning The Radiator And Screen
1. Park the power unit on a level surface.
2.
Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
allow the engine to cool.
4. Open the right hood panel and remove the top
hood panel to access the engine compartment.
5. Remove debris from the radiator screen (A) in
the right hood panel using a brush, compressed
air, or water.
6.
A
B
Remove the screen panel (B) from the radiator
and check the radiator fins for debris buildup.
7. If necessary, clean debris from the radiator using
low pressure compressed air or water.
8.
Check radiator fins for damage.
9. Install the screen panel.
10. Replace the top hood panel and close the right
hood panel.
