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EG1–418
3S–GTE ENGINE
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COOLING SYSTEM
COOLANT REPLACEMENT
NOTICE:
To avoid the danger of burns, do not begin work
until the engine and coolant have properly cooled
down.
To ensure that coolant is poured in properly, per–
form the operation at a level area. Performing work
with the vehicle inclined may cause improper re–
moval of coolant or improper air removal when
pouring coolant.
After replacing the coolant, check the water level in
the water filler and reservoir tank once or twice
within 500 km (311 miles) of driving or within one
week.
COOLANT CIRCUIT
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Summary of Contents for Toyota MR2 SW 1993
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Page 1: Coolant Replacement
EG1–418 3S–GTE ENGINE – COOLING SYSTEM COOLANT REPLACEMENT NOTICE: To avoid the danger of burns, do not begin work until the engine and coolant have properly cooled down. To ensure that coolant is poured in properly, per– form the operation at a level area. Performing work with the vehicle inclined may cause improper re–... - Page 2 EG1–419 3S–GTE ENGINE – COOLING SYSTEM ENGINE COOLANT DRAINAGE 1. REMOVE REAR FUEL TANK PROTECTOR 2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (a) Set the heater control lever to hot. (b) Remove the radiator cap. CAUTION: To avoid the danger of being burned, do not remove it while the engine and radiator are still hot, as fluid and steam can be blown out under pressure.
- Page 3 EG1–420 3S–GTE ENGINE – COOLING SYSTEM ENGINE COOLANT REFILL 1. REMOVE SPARE TIRE 2. REMOVE DASH PANEL FRONT TRIM COVER 3. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL (a) Disconnect the hood weatherstrip. (b) Remove the seven clips. (c) Remove the two hood lock mounting bolts, and remove the support seal.
- Page 4 EG1–421 3S–GTE ENGINE – COOLING SYSTEM (b) Open the air drain plugs of the radiator or heater water valve above three turns. (c) Slowly fill the system with coolant. Use a good brand of ethylene–glycol base coo– lant and mix it according to the manufacturer’s directions.
- Page 5 EG1–422 3S–GTE ENGINE – COOLING SYSTEM (f) When the coolant level in the air drain service hoses stops dropping, close the air drain plugs of the radi– ator and heater water valve. (g) Fasten the radiator (water filler) cap to the 1 st stop point.
- Page 6 EG1–423 3S–GTE ENGINE – COOLING SYSTEM (I) Fill coolant into the reservoir tank up to the ”FULL” line. (m) Check coolant for leaks. 6. REINSTALL UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL (a) Temporarily install the hood lock with the RH side bolt. (b) Place the support seal in position.