Draining Coolant - Engine

→ Let the fluid cool down.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

1. Open the cap -1-  on the reservoir and remove it.
   Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Reservoir Cap

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   WARNING: Caustic fluids

   • Danger of chemical burns

   → Avoid contact with caustic fluid.

   → Wear personal protective gear.

   → Ensure that there is good ventilation.

   → If you do come into contact, wash off immediately with plenty of warm water and contact a doctor if necessary.

2. To collect the coolant, secure a pan on a transmission jack and place it under the drain positions.
3. Unscrew coolant drain plugs (hexagon socket).
   1. 3.1. Unscrew drain plug on the thermostat housing -1-  .
      Fig 2: Identifying Drain Plug On Coolant Regulator Housing

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   2. 3.2. Unscrew drain plug on the coolant guide tube -2-  .
      Fig 3: Identifying Drain Plug On Coolant Guide Tube

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4. After draining the coolant, screw in and tighten drain plugs with new sealing rings.

   → Tightening torque: 25 Nm (19 ftlb.)