Degas Bottle: Removal

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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Refer to: Engine Cooling System Health and Safety Precautions .

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WARNING: When releasing the cooling system pressure, cover the coolant expansion tank cap with a thick cloth.

Slowly turn the pressure relief cap 1/2 turn and step back while the pressure is released. When all the pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.

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Using general tools clamp the lower degas bottle hose.
Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers

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4.

Syphon the engine coolant from the degas bottle.
Use the General Equipment: Fluid Suction Gun

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5.

Depress the tabs and disconnect the upper coolant tube. Release the clamp, disconnect the lower coolant hose.
Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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6.

Release the tabs and remove the degas bottle.

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