Degas Bottle: Removal

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WARNING: Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the pressure relief cap.

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Using general tools clamp the lower degas bottle hose and syphon the coolant from the degas bottle. Use the General Equipment: Fluid Suction Gun Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers

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Release the clamps, disconnect the upper degas bottle coolant hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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Remove the bolts.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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Position the degas bottle and disconnect the lower coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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