Filling and bleeding with RADKITPLUS
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Pickup, 2008 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2008 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the RADKITPLUS and follow the RADKITPLUS manufacturer's instructions to fill and bleed the cooling system.
- the system is not completely filled or bled.
- the coolant pump is bad and must be replaced.
- If the coolant pump squeals, drain the cooling system, fill and bleed the cooling system again.
- If the coolant pump still squeals, replace the coolant pump. For addition information, refer to Coolant Pump .
CAUTION:
With the system cold, fill vehicles to within the sight glass on the coolant expansion tank. This fill level will allow for coolant expansion. Overfilling the coolant expansion tank may result in damage to the pressure cap, which can cause the fuel and turbocharger cooling system to overheat.
NOTE:
An operating coolant pump that squeals indicates either: