Draining Engine Coolant

WARNING: To avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.






1. Set air conditioning system as follows to prevent coolant from remaining in the system.
a. Turn ignition switch "ON" and set temperature controller to maximum hot position.
b. Wait 10 seconds before turning ignition switch "OFF".

2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator.






3. Remove radiator filler cap.

NOTE: Be careful not to allow coolant to contact drive belts.

When draining all the coolant in the system, also perform the following two steps.
a. Open drain plugs on right side of cylinder block and water pump side, then open air relief plugs to drain coolant.
b. Check drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If contaminated, flush engine cooling system.