Coolant Filler Tank: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
The coolant filler tank is pressurized when the engine and radiator are hot. Wait until engine and radiator cool down before working on the coolant filler tank.
- Remove the collector cover.
- Drain approximately 3.0 l (3.2 US qt, 2.6 lmp qt) of coolant. < Ref. to DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT. >
- Disconnect the engine coolant hoses from coolant filler tank.
- Remove the bolts which secure the coolant filler tank.
- Disconnect the engine coolant hose which connects the under side of coolant filler tank.
- Remove the coolant filler tank.