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MG TF Factory Workshop Manual (2002-2005)07 · Cooling system
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Drain and refill (Cooling system)

Make
MG
Model
TF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2002–2005
Section
Adjustments › Drain and refill
Cooling systemDrain and refill · page 1 of 2

DRAIN AND REFILL

Service repair no - 26.10.01

Drain

WARNING: Do not remove expansion tank filler cap when the engine is hot. The cooling system is pressurised, accidental scalding could result.

CAUTION: Any coolant spilt on the vehicle’s body must be washed off immediately to prevent damage to the paint work.

  1. Position heater temperature control to maximum heat position.
Drain and refill – Position heater temperature control to maximum heat position.
  1. Remove expansion tank filler cap.
  2. Position container to collect coolant.
Drain and refill – Position container to collect coolant.
  1. Release clip and disconnect coolant hoses at rear of under floor coolant rail.
  2. Allow cooling system to drain.

Refill

  1. Flush system with water under low pressure.

CAUTION: High pressure water could damage the radiator.

  1. Connect coolant hoses at the rear of the underfloor coolant rail, secure with clips.
  2. Prepare coolant to the required concentration. See INFORMATION, Capacities, fluids and lubricants.
  3. Turn heater temperature control to maximum heat position.

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