Radiator: Testing and Inspection

Radiator Test

Test

1. Radiator -Test





1. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap, and fill the radiator with engine coolant to the base of the filler neck.

2. Attach a commercially available pressure tester (A) to the radiator, and apply a pressure of 93-123 kPa (0.95-1.25 kgf/cm2, 13.5-17.8 psi).

3. Inspect for engine coolant leaks and a drop in pressure.

4. Remove the pressure tester, then reinstall the radiator cap.