Filling the Cooling System

CAUTION: Prevent possible injury from hot spraying water. DO NOT remove radiator cap unless the engine is cool. Then turn cap slowly to the stop. Release all pressure before removing cap.

Specification

Remove radiator cap (A). Coolant level in radiator must be at bottom of filler neck.

IMPORTANT: Use only permanent-type low silicate, ethylene glycol base antifreeze in coolant solution. Other types of antifreeze may damage cylinder seals.

NOTE: All machines are shipped from the factory with a 50-50 mixture for protection to -34°C (-30°F). Adjust mixture accordingly to provide freeze protection for your machine.

FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Fill with permanent-type low silicate, ethylene glycol antifreeze (without stop-leak additive) and clean, soft water. Add TY16004 John Deere Coolant Conditioner or equivalent.

A-Radiator Cap

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