Coolant Reservoir: Description and Operation
DESCRIPTIONTrapped air in the cooling system must be removed. A pressurized radiant coolant recovery reservoir system is used which continuously separates the air from the cooling system. When the water thermostat is closed, coolant flows through the degas tube and hose assembly from the lower intake manifold to the radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
OPERATION
1. When the water thermostat is open, coolant flows through both the small hose from the top of the radiator outlet tank and the degas tube and hose assembly from the engine to the radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
2. The radiator coolant recovery reservoir separates any trapped air from the coolant and replenishes the system through its radiator coolant recovery hose.
3. The radiator coolant recovery reservoir serves as the location for:
a. Coolant expansion during warm-up.
b. System pressurization from the pressure relief cap.
c. Air separation during operation.
4. The radiator coolant recovery reservoir is designed to have approximately 0.5-1 liter (0.53-1.06 quarts) of air when cold to allow for coolant expansion.