Draining of coolant

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Fig 1: Drain Valve And Coolant Reservoir Cap

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE:

Connect a hose to the drain valve to collect the coolant.

Remove the cover from the coolant reservoir.
Open the drain valve on the right side of radiator and drain coolant.
Close drain valve when all the coolant has drained out.