Draining Engine Coolant
Changing Engine CoolantWARNING: To avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Set climate control system as follows to prevent coolant from remaining in the system.
- Turn ignition switch "ON" and set temperature controller to maximum hot position.
- Wait 10 seconds before turning ignition switch OFF.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator, and remove radiator filler cap.
When draining all the coolant in the system, also perform the following two steps.
1. Remove cylinder block drain plug and air relief plug.
2. Check drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If contaminated, flush engine cooling system.
Refer to "Flushing Cooling System".