DRAIN & REFILL

1. Remove the radiator cap.

   CAUTION
   Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running or personal injury from scalding hot coolant or steam may result. If possible, wait until the engine has cooled to remove the radiator cap. If this is not possible, wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap and turn it slowly to the first stop. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are sure all the pressure has been released, press down on the cap, still with the cloth, and turn and remove it.

   Fig. 1: Before draining the cooling system, allow it to completely cool, then remove the radiator cap. This will aid in draining the coolant

   Fig. 2: If equipped, open the access door in the lower splash shield to access the radiator drain petcock

2. Position a suitable container under the radiator and open the draincock to drain the radiator.

   CAUTION
   When draining the coolant, keep in mind that cats and dogs are attracted by the ethylene glycol antifreeze, and are quite likely to drink any that is left in an uncovered container or in puddles on the ground. This will prove fatal in sufficient quantity. Always drain the coolant into a sealable container.

3. Clean the cooling system by flushing with clear water.
4. Close the radiator draincock.

   Fig. 3: Position a large drain pan beneath the petcock, then open it and allow the coolant to drain (splash shield removed for clarity)

   Fig. 4: Once the cooling system is drained, close the petcock and refill the radiator with a 50/50 mixture of water/coolant

5. Refill the system with a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water. Fill to the FULL mark on the reservoir and install the radiator cap only to the first stop.
6. Start the engine and run it at fast idle until the upper radiator hose feels warm, indicating the thermostat has opened and coolant is flowing throughout the system.
7. Stop the engine. Carefully remove the radiator cap and top off the radiator with the water/antifreeze mixture, if required.
8. Install the radiator cap securely and fill the coolant reservoir to the FULL mark.