Standard Procedure: Draining
When servicing the cooling system, it is essential that coolant does not drip onto the accessory drive belts and/or pulleys. Shield the belts with shop towels before working on the cooling system. If coolant contacts the belts or pulleys, flush both with clean water.
WARNING:
Make sure engine cooling system is cool before servicing. Do not remove any clamps or hoses, pressure cap, or open the radiator draincock. When the system is hot and under pressure serious burns from coolant can occur.
NOTE:
DO NOT WASTE reusable coolant. If the solution is clean, drain the coolant into a clean retainer for reuse.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, REMOVAL
.NOTE:
The radiator draincock located at the lower left side of radiator.
- Position a drain pan under draincock location.
- Turn draincock counterclockwise until it stops and allow to drain.
- Remove coolant pressure cap.