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Radiator Drain Plug: Service and Repair

RADIATOR DRAINCOCK

REMOVAL

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove draincock during a routine coolant drain.

1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Using a screwdriver, open the draincock by turning it counterclockwise until it stops.
3. Pull the draincock from the radiator tank.

INSTALLATION
1. Align draincock stem to radiator tank opening.
2. Push draincock into the radiator tank opening.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten. The head of the draincock may break off.

3. Using a screwdriver, tighten the draincock by turning clockwise until it stops.
4. Fill the cooling system.