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1. Cooling drain plug
Unplug the by-pass hose on the top of
thermostat housing.
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1. By-pass hose
Drain the system completely and rein-
stall the drain plug.
Pinch hose between radiator and ther-
mostat housing with a large hose
pincher (P/N 529 032 500).
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HOSE PINCHER LOCATION
Lift the front of vehicle high enough to
have front wheels off the ground.
Fill the radiator until the coolant comes
out by the thermostat housing by-pass
hose hole. Install the by-pass hose
then remove the hose pincher.
NOTE: If no coolant comes out by
the by-pass hose hole, squeeze the
lower radiator hose several times un-
til coolant comes out.
Complete the radiator filling.
Check the level in the coolant reservoir
and refill if necessary.
Runengineatidlewiththeradiator
cap off. Slowly add additional coolant
if necessary.
At this point, wait until engine reach-
es normal operating temperature. De-
press the throttle lever two or three
times; then add coolant if required.
Install radiator cap. Inspect all connec-
tions for leaks and check coolant level
in the reservoir.
Spark Arrester
The muffler must be periodically
purged of accumulated carbon.
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WARNING
Never perform this operation im-
mediately after the engine has
been run because exhaust system
is very hot. Wear eye protection
and gloves. Respect all applicable
laws and regulations.
Place transmission on FORWARD po-
sition and apply parking brake.
Remove the spark arrester from the
muffler.
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