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5. To add, add the specified coolant at the radiator filler
hole using a clean funnel. Wipe up any spilled coolant
with a clean shop towel.
6. Reinstall
the
radiator
cap.
7. Check the entire cooling system for leaks.
8. If the coolant level drops after adding and no leaks
are found, contact an authorized Cannondale
Motorsports dealer for servicing.
BLEEDING THE COOLANT SYSTEM
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the bleed bolt and check the
condition of the sealing washer. If it leaks, replace it.
1.
Make sure the engine and coolant system are cold.
2. Place vehicle on a stand.
3. Remove
radiator
cap.
4. Loosen the bleed bolt on the water pump cover and
allow any trapped air to escape. It is not necessary to
remove the bolt.
5. When no more air is coming out of the bolt hole; only
coolant, tighten the bleed bolt. Add coolant at the
radiator to bring to proper level if necessary.
6. Reinstall
the
radiator
cap.
7. Start engine and allow to idle for three minutes and
briefly touch the radiator. If the radiator is warm, the
cooling system was bled properly. If the radiator is still
cool, stop the engine. Repeat the bleed procedure
and check again.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Running the engine indoors.
Breathing exhaust gases
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Running the engine indoors will expose you to
dangerous exhaust gases. Breathing carbon
monoxide gas leads to poisoning, asphyxiation, and
death. This will happen rapidly and without notice.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate the vehicle indoors even for brief
periods.
1.
Sealing washer
2.
Bleed bolt
1
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