PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6 3. If the coolant is below this level,
add coolant, and then install the
radiator cap.
NOTE:
If the engine overheats, see page 6-31for further instructions.
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To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and let the engine cool if nec-
essary.
2. Place a container under the engine
to collect the used coolant.
WARNING
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Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.
3. Remove the coolant drain bolt and
then the radiator cap to drain the
cooling system.4. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
5. Install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
NOTE:Check the washer for damage and re-place it if necessary.
6. Pour the recommended coolant
into the radiator until it is full.
1. Correct coolant level
1. Coolant drain bolt
1. Radiator cap
Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all
routes):
0.54 L (0.57 US qt) (0.48 Imp.qt)
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