Degas Bottle: Removal
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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION (EXCEPT ELECTRIC) . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Health and Safety Precautions .
- 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.
- Using general tools clamp the lower degas bottle hose and siphon the engine coolant from the degas bottle. Use the General Equipment: Fluid Suction Gun. Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers
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- Depress the tabs and disconnect the upper coolant tubes.
- Release the clamp, disconnect the lower coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Release the tabs and remove the degas bottle.