Checking and Adding Coolant

ROUTINE COOLANT LEVEL CHECK
Do not remove radiator cap for routine coolant level inspections. The coolant reserve system provides a quick visual method for determining the coolant level without removing the radiator cap. Simply observe, with the engine idling and warmed up to normal operating temperature, that the level of the coolant in the reserve tank is between the minimum and maximum marks.

NOTE: The radiator cap should not be removed.

ADDING ADDITIONAL COOLANT
When additional coolant is needed, it should be added to the coolant reserve tank. Use only 50/50 concentration of ethylene glycol type antifreeze and water

NOTE: The cooling system is closed and designed to maintain coolant level to the top of the radiator.

SERVICING COOLANT LEVEL
When servicing requires a coolant level check in the radiator, the engine must be off and not under pressure. Drain several ounces of coolant from the radiator drain cock while observing the Coolant Recovery System (CRS) Tank. Coolant level in the CRS tank should drop slightly. Then remove the radiator cap. The radiator should be full to the top. If not, and the coolant level in the CRS tank is at the ADD mark there is a air leak in the CRS system. Check hose or hose connections to the CRS tank, radiator filler neck or the pressure cap seal to the radiator filler neck for leaks.