Flushing procedure
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- Engine at normal operating temperature (heater valve open where applicable)
- Coolant drained
- Apply compressed air to expansion tank to help blow out remaining coolant.
- Close cooling system, fill with distilled water, then run engine for minimum of 2 minutes.
- Drain cooling system and apply compressed air to expansion tank to help blow out remaining water.
- Close cooling system and fill with appropriate mixture of "G12" coolant additive and distilled water, see COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .
- Test drive vehicle and top off coolant level if necessary.
CAUTION:
- Never reuse old coolant.
- Dispose of old coolant properly.
- Coolant G 012 A8D A1 may only be used in older vehicles after the original coolant is drained and the cooling system flushed as described above otherwise engine damage can result.
- Part numbers listed are for reference only. Always check with the Parts department for the latest information.
Recommended mixture ratios:
RECOMMENDED COOLANT MIXTURE RATIOS
| Protection to (temperature) | Coolant percentage(1) | Coolant(2) | Water(2) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -25 °C (-13 °F) | 40% | 2.2 liters (2.3 qt.) | 3.3 liters (3.5 qt.) | ||||
| -35 °C (-36 °F) | 50% | 2.75 liters (2.9 qt.) | 2.75 liters (2.9 qt.) | ||||
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- Fill coolant to MAX mark on expansion tank.
- Close expansion tank (install cap).
- Let engine run until coolant fan -V7- comes on.
- Check coolant level and top off if necessary.
- With engine at operating temperature coolant level must be at MAX mark
- With cold engine coolant level must be between MIN and MAX marks