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17 00 ... Instructions For Working on Cooling System


Instructions For Working On Cooling System.

Warning: Danger of scalding! Work on the cooling system should only be carried out when the engine has cooled down.

Caution:
^ When working on the oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against contamination.
^ Cover alternator with suitable materials.
^ Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

Caution:
^ Open cooling system only when it has cooled down.
^ Opening the cooling system while hot can result in air entering the system.
^ This can cause overheating with permanent damage to the engine.

Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained coolant.

Observe country specific waste disposal regulations.