Tribute 2WD L4-2.5L (2009)
Coolant Reservoir: Service and Repair
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DEGAS BOTTLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.5L
1. Release the pressure in the cooling system by slowly turning the pressure relief cap one half turn counterclockwise. When the pressure is released,
remove the pressure relief cap.
WARNING:Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is
operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened
slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
2. Using hose clamp pliers, clamp the degas bottle-to-radiator hose.
3. Using a suitable suction device, siphon the coolant from the degas bottle.
4. Disconnect the radiator-to-degas bottle hose from the degas bottle.
5. Remove the 2 degas bottle nuts.
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To install, tighten to 6 Nm {0.6 kgf-m, 53 in-lbf}.
6. Lift the degas bottle up and disconnect the degas bottle-to-radiator hose.
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Remove the degas bottle.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
8. Fill the degas bottle. See - See: Coolant/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
