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Check Main Circuit Coolant Level - AP20.30-P-2050D

Model 172 with engine 152, 271, 274, 276, 651 

Shown on engine 152 

Fig 1: Main Circuit Coolant Expansion Reservoir Components Location - Model 172 With Engine 276 (Shown On Engine 152)
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WARNING Risk of injury  to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolant spray. Risk of poisoning  from swallowing coolant. Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90°C. Open cap slowly and release the pressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage containers. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses. AS20.00-Z-0001-01A 
NOTES Notes on coolant   AH20.00-N-2080-01A 
INSPECT Check     
1 Check coolant level in light-dark boundary area of coolant expansion reservoir (2) For coolant expansion reservoirs (2) with transparent tank lower part.
Coolant level below light-dark boundary:

Coolant level incorrect, continue with operation step 2.
Coolant level above light-dark boundary:

Coolant level correct.
 
REMOVING Remove     
2 Unscrew cap (1) for coolant expansion reservoir (2) For an incorrect coolant level.  
INSPECT Check     
3 Check coolant level For an incorrect coolant level.
IMPORTANT The coolant level on a cold engine must reach up to the marking (arrow) in the coolant expansion reservoir (2). When the coolant is warm, about 1 cm (0.39 inch) above the marking (arrow).
If coolant level is too low:

Check coolant for leak tightness and check coolant for antifreeze content subject to separate repair order.
 
REFER TO CAPACITIES & SPECIFICATIONS   Coolant specifications BB00.40-P-0310-01A
INSTALLING Install     
4 Seal coolant expansion reservoir (2) with cap (1) For an incorrect coolant level.