Refilling Engine Coolant
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- Install the following, if removed:
- Cylinder block drain plugs, refer to Exploded View .
- Reservoir tank, refer to Exploded View .
- Cooling system hoses, refer to Exploded View
- Radiator drain plug, refer to Exploded View .
- Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heater ON positions. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
- Fill the cooling system with engine coolant using Tool (A), following the manufacturer's instructions included with the tool.
Tool number (A)
: KV991J0070 (J-45695-A)
Engine Coolant
: Refer to Fluids and Lubricants .
CAUTION:- Use recommended coolant or equivalent.
- Do not use any cooling system additives such as radiator sealer. Additives may clog the cooling system and cause damage to the engine, transmission or cooling system.
- The compressed air supply must be equipped with an air dryer.
- Remove the Tool (A) and top off the cooling system with engine coolant as necessary.
- Install the radiator cap and reservoir tank cap.
- Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.CAUTION: Do not allow the engine to exceed normal operating temperature or engine damage may occur.
- Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
- Check the engine coolant level and adjust if necessary.
- Install under cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .