L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
IMPORTANT: Failure to use a drain hose will result in uncontrolled coolant flow direction.
4. Slide a pliable piece of hose with an inside diameter of 3/8 inch over radiator drain tube.
IMPORTANT: A 7.6 L (8 quart) coolant container will be needed.
5. Route hose rearward and down to an approved coolant container.
NOTICE: Open the drain valve 1 - 2 turns only.
6. Use a flat blade screwdriver or a pliers to open radiator drain valve and drain coolant.
Approximately 3.5 L (4 quart) of coolant can be drained from radiator. Additional coolant will remain in some cooling system components.
7. When completely drained, close coolant drain valve and remove drain hose.
8. Install lower cradle splash shield and fasteners.
Torque:
Lower Cradle Splash Shield Fasteners: 5 Nm (44 inch lbs.)
COOLANT REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT: Vehicle must be level when filling cooling system.
1. Slowly add a mixture of 50/50 Dex-Cool antifreeze and clean water to coolant surge tank until the level reaches the "Cold" line (surge tank seam).
Cooling system volumes, including heater core:
L61 with automatic transaxle: 6.9 L (7.3 quart)
L61 with manual transaxle: 7.0 L (7.4 quart)
2. Start engine and check for leaks.
3. Run engine until thermostat has opened, use Tech 2 to verify Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is 194 degrees F. Add coolant as necessary to
bring level up to coolant surge tank "Cold" line (surge tank seam).
