MX-6 L4-1991cc 2.0L DOHC (1993)
Coolant: Service and Repair
Draining
Warning: Removing the radiator cap or the coolant filler cap while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot is
dangerous. Scalding 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 is cool. 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're sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap still
using a cloth turn it, and remove it.
1. Remove the filler cap and loosen the radiator drain plug.
2. Disconnect the oil cooler hoses.
3. Drain the coolant into a container.
4. Flush the cooling system with water until all traces of color are gone.
5. Let the system drain completely.
6. Tighten the drain plug and connect the oil cooler hoses.
Refilling
Use the proper amount and mixture of ethylene-glycol based coolant.
1. Slowly pour the coolant into the radiator up to the coolant filler port.
Filling pace: 1.0 L (1.1 us qt, 0.9 Imp qt)/min. max.
2. Fill the coolant reservoir up to the F mark.
3. Fully install the filler cap.
4. Start the engine and let it idle until it warms up.
5. If the temperature increases beyond normal, there is excessive air in the system. Stop the engine and allow it to cool; then repeat steps 1-3.
6. Run the engine at 2,200-2,800 rpm for five minutes.
7. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
8. Repeat steps 1-7; then go to step 9.
Warning: Removing the radiator cap or the coolant filler cap while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot is
dangerous. Scalding 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 is cool. 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're sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap still
using a cloth turn it, and remove it.
9. Remove the filler cap and verify that the engine coolant level is near the filler neck. If not, repeat steps 1-9.
10. Fill the reservoir up to the F mark.