Engine Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding: Draining
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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, 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 .
- WARNING: When releasing the cooling system pressure, cover the coolant expansion tank cap with a thick cloth.
Release the pressure in the cooling system by slowly turning the pressure relief cap. When the pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- If equipped. Remove the retainers and the shield plate.
- If equipped. Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.
- WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Use a suitable coolant hose to drain the coolant.
- Open the radiator drain valve and drain the engine coolant in a suitable, clean container. Use the General Equipment: Fluid Container