Cooling System Draining And Vacuum Filling (G1590988): Draining

WARNING: 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.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

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

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe T-Connector.
Refer to: AIR CLEANER OUTLET PIPE T-CONNECTOR
Remove the engine undershield. Refer to: ENGINE UNDERSHIELD
Remove the front right wheel arch liner.
Refer to: FENDER SPLASH SHIELD
Remove the rear left wheel arch liner.
Refer to: REAR FENDER SPLASH SHIELD
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Remove the slam panel trim.
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Remove the cap from the coolant expansion tank.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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Remove the radiator drain plug.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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Disconnect the hose.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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Remove the 2 hoses.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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Remove the 2 hoses.
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Install the radiator drain plug.

Torque : 3.5 Nm
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Install the hose.
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Install the 2 hoses.
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Install the 2 hoses.
Complete the procedure up to step 1 in the filling section three times, filling the cooling system with clean water at the first two drains. At the third refill, use a suitable measuring tool to make sure that the cooling system maintains a 50% mix.