Radiator Drain Plug: Service and Repair

RADIATOR DRAINCOCK

REMOVAL

WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE CYLINDER BLOCK PLUG OR THE RADIATOR DRAINCOCK WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE BECAUSE SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN OCCUR.

CAUTION: Use of pliers on draincock is not recommended. Damage may occur to part. Draincock should not be removed unless leakage is observed.

1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Turn the draincock stem counterclockwise 180 degrees to the 9:00 o'clock position.





3. With the stem at the 9:00 o'clock position, pull the draincock assembly from the radiator tank.

INSTALLATION
1. Inspect the draincock body and O-ring for damage. Replace as necessary.
2. Position the draincock assembly horizontally to the tank opening with the manufacturers identification mark facing down.
3. Push the draincock assembly into the tank opening while rotating clockwise until it snaps into place.
4. Close the draincock stem by turning clockwise until it stops at the horizontal position.
5. Fill the cooling system.