Montero Sport V6-3.5L SOHC (2004)
Coolant: Service and Repair
Changing Coolant
CHANGING COOLANT
1. Set the temperature control knob to the "HOT" position.
CAUTION: When removing the radiator cap, use care to avoid contact with hot coolant or steam. Place a shop towel over the cap and turn the
cap counterclockwise a little to let the pressure escape through the vinyl tube. After relieving the steam pressure, remove the cap by slowly turning
it counterclockwise.
2. Remove the radiator cap, radiator drain plug and cylinder block drain plug to drain the coolant.
3. Remove the reserve tank and drain the coolant.
4. After completely draining the coolant, reinstall the drain plugs and flush the engine and radiator using a radiator cleaning fluid.
5. After the flushing is completed, completely drain cleaning fluid.
6. Apply the designated sealant to the screw area of the cylinder block drain plug, and then tighten at the standard torque.
Specified sealant: 3M(TM) Nut Locking Part number 4171 or equivalent
Tightening torque: 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.)
7. Loosen the air bleed bolt.
