Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.8L VIN L (2001)
Radiator Cap: Testing and Inspection
Cooling System Pressure Relief Testing
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - RADIATOR CAP TO FILLER NECK SEAL
The pressure cap upper gasket (seal) pressure relief can be checked by removing the overflow hose at the radiator filler neck nipple. Attach the
Radiator Pressure Tool to the filler neck nipple and pump air into the radiator. Pressure cap upper gasket should relieve at 69 - 124 kPa (10 - 18 psi)
and hold pressure at 55 kPa (8 psi) minimum.
WARNING: THE WARNING WORDS "DO NOT OPEN HOT" ON THE RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP IS A SAFETY PRECAUTION.
WHEN HOT, PRESSURE BUILDS UP IN COOLING SYSTEM. TO PREVENT SCALDING OR INJURY, THE RADIATOR CAP
SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED WHILE THE SYSTEM IS HOT OR UNDER PRESSURE.
There is no need to remove the radiator cap at any time except for the following purposes:
1. Check and adjust coolant freeze point.
2. Refill system with new coolant.
3. Conducting service procedures.
4. Checking for vacuum leaks.
WARNING: IF VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUN RECENTLY, WAIT 15 MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING CAP. THEN PLACE A SHOP
TOWEL OVER THE CAP AND WITHOUT PUSHING DOWN ROTATE COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO THE FIRST STOP. ALLOW
FLUIDS TO ESCAPE THROUGH THE OVERFLOW TUBE AND WHEN THE SYSTEM STOPS PUSHING COOLANT AND
STEAM INTO THE CRS TANK AND PRESSURE DROPS PUSH DOWN AND REMOVE THE CAP COMPLETELY. SQUEEZING
THE RADIATOR INLET HOSE WITH A SHOP TOWEL (TO CHECK PRESSURE) BEFORE AND AFTER TURNING TO THE
FIRST STOP IS RECOMMENDED.
