Coolant Level, Checking

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CAUTION:

The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is warm. There is a risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.

Scalding the skin and other parts of the body is possible.

- Wear safety gloves.

- Wear protective eyewear.

- Reduce the pressure by covering the coolant expansion tank cap with a cloth and carefully opening it.

Coolant level must be at the "MAX" mark when the engine is cold.

Fig 1: Coolant Level, Checking after Repair
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Coolant level may be above the "MAX" mark with engine at operating temperature.

-- If necessary, Fill with coolant again.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to NOISE INSULATION .