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Checking For Coolant Leaks

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To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system using Tool.

  1. Testing pressure :157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm 2 , 23 psi) 
WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from the radiator.
CAUTION: Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
Fig 1: Applying Pressure To Cooling System
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