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Radiator: Testing and Inspection





4GR-FSE COOLING: RADIATOR: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK RADIATOR CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Measure the valve opening pressure.





(1) If there are water stains or foreign matter on rubber packing 1, 2 or 3, clean the part(s) with water and finger scouring.

(2) Check that 1, 2 or 3 is not deformed, cracked or swollen.

(3) Check that 3 and 4 are not stuck together.

(4) Apply engine coolant to 2 and 3 before using the radiator cap tester.

(5) When using the cap tester, tilt it more than 30 degrees.





(6) Pump the cap tester several times, and check the maximum pressure*1.

Pumping speed:

1 pump per second

HINT
*1: Even if the cap cannot maintain the maximum pressure, it is not a defect.

Judgment criterion:





If the maximum pressure is less than the minimum standard valve, replace the radiator cap sub-assembly.