Draining Engine Coolant

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Turn ignition switch ON and set temperature control lever all the way to HOT position or the highest temperature position. Wait 10 seconds and turn ignition switch OFF.
Remove the front under cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Open the radiator drain plug (A) at the bottom of the radiator, and remove the reservoir cap. This is the only step required when partially draining the cooling system.

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CAUTION: Do not allow the coolant to contact the drive belts.

If it is necessary to drain the cylinder block when draining all of the coolant in the system, complete the remaining steps.

Remove the front under cover using power tool. Refer to Removal and Installation - Front Bumper .

Remove the cylinder block drain plug (1) to drain the right bank and the water hose (3) to drain the left bank as shown.

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(2)	: Generator

Remove the reservoir tank to drain the engine coolant, then clean the reservoir tank before installing it.
Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If the coolant is contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Follow the "Flushing Cooling System" procedure.