Draining Engine Coolant
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove engine undercover.
- Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator and remove the radiator filler cap. This is the only step required for a partial cooling system drain.
- For a complete cooling system drain, remove the reservoir tank and drain the coolant, and then clean the reservoir tank before installation.
- Do not allow coolant to spill on the drive belts.
- When performing a complete cooling system drain (to remove the engine or for engine repair), remove the water drain plug (water pump side) and the water drain plug.
- Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
- If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to "FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ".