Checking Coolant Level

CAUTION: Explosive release of fluids from pressurized cooling system can cause serious burns:

• Shut off engine.

• Add coolant to radiator only when expansion tank is completely empty.

• Only remove filler cap when radiator is cool enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to first stop to relieve pressure before removing completely.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate engine without coolant.

• Do not pour coolant into the radiator when the engine is hot.

  1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

  2. Allow engine to cool. Open hood.

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    Slowly open and remove radiator cap (A), and check that coolant level is up to filler neck.


  4. If coolant level is low, add coolant up to filler neck.

  5. Install radiator cap.

  6. Check coolant recovery tank. Make sure the overflow hose is not touching the bottom of the recovery tank.

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    Coolant recovery tank should be approximately between FULL (B) and LOW (C)| lines at engine operating temperature.


  8. Remove cap (D) and add coolant if level is low.

  9. Check condition of hoses and clamps. Check for leaks or loose connections.

  10. Close hood.

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