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Cooling System Draining And Vacuum Filling (G1269230): Draining

  1. WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

    Raise and support the vehicle.

  2. Refer to: Radiator Splash Shield .
  3. WARNING: Release the cooling system pressure by slowly turning the coolant expansion tank cap a quarter of a turn. Cover the expansion tank cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
    CAUTION:
    • Since injury such as scalding could be caused by escaping steam or coolant, make sure the vehicle cooling system is cool prior to carrying out this procedure
    • Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.
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  4. CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.
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    Torque Specification: 2 Nm 

  6. CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.
    NOTE: Only carry out the following step if the coolant is to be drained from the engine.
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  7. NOTE: This step is only required if previously removed.
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    Torque Specification: 50 Nm 

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