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ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION [L8, LF, L3, L3 Turbo]

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  Warning

  • Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
  • Turn off the engine and wait until it has cooled. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
  • When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.

  Note

  • If the "FL22" mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, use FL22 type engine coolant.
  • FL22 type engine coolant is shipped as a diluted solution (55% coolant, 45% water). Use the solution as is when replacing coolant.

1. Verify that the engine coolant level in the engine coolant reserve tank is between the FULL and LOW marks.

  • If the engine coolant level is below LOW, remove the cooling system cap and add engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [L8, LF, L3, L3 Turbo].)