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Filling
Note:
CAUTION! - Remove drain plug from coolant pump (arrow).
The cooling system is filled year-round with frost and corrosion
protection additives. Until 6/96, G 011 A8 C coolant (green color) was used.From 7/96 on, only G 012 A8 D coolant (red color) is used.Coolants G 011 A8 C and G 012 A8 D CANNOT be mixed. Mixing
them will cause severe engine damage. Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts
department for the latest information. If the fluid in the expansion tank is brown, G012 A8 D has been mixed
with other coolant. In this case, flush cooling system and change
coolant. To flush, fill cooling system with clear water and run engine
for approx. 2 minutes. Flushing the system should remove most of the
coolant residue.
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