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Draining coolant
Draining coolant
  Note
t  Collect drained coolant in a clean container for re-use or disposal.
t  Observe waste disposal regulations.
  WARNING
Steam may escape when expansion tank is opened. Wear eye protection and protective clothing to avoid eye injuries and scalding. Cover cap with cloth and open carefully.
–  Open cap on coolant expansion tank.
–  Remove noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. Gr.50.
   
–  Unscrew drain plug -arrow- on radiator. If necessary fit drain hose to connection.
  Note
  A10-0118
If there is no drain plug, release quick-release coupling -arrow- and pull coolant hose off radiator.
  N19-0276
–  Also remove lower coolant hose from coolant pipe -2-, and drain off remaining coolant.
  A19-0391

Filling with coolant > < Draining and filling coolant