Cooling System Bleeding
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- Slowly fill radiator and reserve tank. Install radiator cap. Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. Ensure thermostat is open by touching radiator hose and ensuring that warm water is flowing through it. After thermostat has opened, increase engine speed to 3000 RPM 3 times. Turn engine off and allow to cool.
- Check coolant level of radiator. If coolant level has dropped repeat previous step. If coolant level has not dropped, top off radiator and reserve tank.