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Cooling System Flushing

Fig 1: Special Tool(s)
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Fig 2: Material Specification
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    WARNING: To avoid personal injury, do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
  1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
  2. Remove the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT AND THERMOSTAT HOUSING .
  3. Install the water hose connection without the thermostat.
  4. NOTE: Refer to the cooling system Pro Flush and Fill operating instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.
  5. Use cooling system Pro Flush and Fill, Flush Kit and Drain Kit to flush the engine and radiator.
  6. Install the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT AND THERMOSTAT HOUSING .
  7. Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .