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Rover 800 Workshop Manual (1996-1999)12 · Cooling system - diesel
12 · Engine

Cooling system - diesel (Cooling system): Adjustments (page 2 of 2)

Make
Rover
Model
800 Workshop Manual
Year
1996–1999
Section
Adjustments
Cooling system - dieselCooling system · page 2 of 2

Refill

  1. Flush system with water under low pressure.

CAUTION: High pressure water could damage the radiator.

  1. Connect bottom hose to radiator and secure with clip.
  2. Prepare coolant to required concentration. See INFORMATION, Capacities, fluids and lubricants.
  3. Set heater temperature control to maximum heat position.
  4. Fill cooling system.

NOTE: The rate of fill should keep the coolant level in the expansion tank below air bleed connection, but do not allow the tank to empty.

  1. Continue filling cooling system until coolant level reaches indicator plate in expansion tank.
  2. Fit pressure relief cap.
  3. Fit underbelly panel, See BODY, Repairs.
  4. Start and run engine until radiator cooling fan operates.
  5. Switch off engine and allow to cool.
  6. Check for leaks and top-up coolant to level indicator in expansion tank.

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