Filling Radiator Through Surge Tank

CAUTION:

TS281
TS281-UN-23AUG88

Explosive release of coolant from pressurized cooling system can cause serious burns.

Remove filler cap only when cool enough to touch with bare hands and with engine stopped.

Do not remove filler cap until all system pressure is relieved. Relieve pressure by slowly loosening cap to relieve pressure before removing completely.

IMPORTANT: In case of excessive coolant loss, never pour cold water into a hot engine, as it might crack cylinder block or head.

Never operate, even for a few minutes, engine without coolant.

Never fill radiator when engine is overheated, unless engine is idling slowly. Pour coolant in slowly.

Never use high silicate automotive coolant.

NOTE: Fill system with specified coolant that contains coolant conditioner. (See DIESEL ENGINE COOLANT in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section).

  1. Check coolant level in surge tank (coolant tank). If coolant is below minimum fill line (B), add coolant.

  2. E63269
    E63269-UN-12JUN12

    Coolant Tank

    Add coolant through filler cap on surge tank to Maximum fill Line (A).



  3. NOTE: Cooling system capacity is approximately 24.0 L (6.3U.S. gal).

    Turn on heater, start and run engine for several minutes with filler cap off.

  4. Stop engine, remove key. Let system cool and check coolant level in surge tank.

  5. Add coolant as needed to surge tank. Install tank cap.

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