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Leak Check


WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by turning it all the way.






CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system with a tester.

Testing pressure:..............157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi)

CAUTION: Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.