Coolant Replacement
Complete system flushing
- Remove Radiator Cap.
- Remove Radiator Drain Plug. Once the radiator is completely drained, remove the Cylinder Block Drain Plugs (two per block):
- Left side plug, near the Oil Filter.
- Right side plug, near the Alternator.
- Remove both plugs and drain the block.
- Install plugs: coat with a thread lock compound or Teflon Tape solution (see torque note below).
- Torque plugs to: T = 39 N·m {4.0 kgf·m; 29 ft-lb}.
- Close Radiator Drain Plug and fill with coolant according to the Coolant & Capacities chart.
Cylinder block coolant plugs
Torque Plugs to: T = 39 N·m {4.0 kgf·m; 29 ft-lb}.
Note: Coat with a thread lock compound or Teflon Tape solution before installation.
