Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Compressed air causes debris to fly a long distance.

  • Clear work area of bystanders.
  • Wear eye protection when using compressed air for cleaning purposes.
  • Reduce compressed air pressure to 210 kPa (2.1 bar) (30 psi).

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Cooling fins must be clean to prevent engine from overheating and to allow adequate air intake.

  1. Park the vehicle safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

  2. Open hood.

  3. Remove storage tray.

  4. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! High-pressure water or air damages cooling fins or other engine components. Use water from a garden hose or reduce compressed air pressure to 210 kPa (2.1 bar) (30 psi).

    Turn off engine before cleaning radiator screen and fins.

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    Remove all dirt and debris from radiator fins (A) and fan shroud (B) using compressed air or water. Flow of compressed air or water must be from back to front.


  5. Install storage tray.

  6. Close hood.

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