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Lubrication and Maintenance
DODGE Turbo Diesel
Radiator coolant level - Check
Warning: Check the radiator coolant level only when the
ML
engine Is stopped. Wait until the temperature is below
50°C [120°F] before removing the pressure cap. Failure
to do can cause personal injury from heated coolant
spray.
Remove the filler cap slowly to relieve coolant system pressure.
Check the level of the coolant.
If coolant is required, refer to Cooling Specifications Section
OE.
Draining fuel/water separator filter
Caution: Do not drain the fuel/water separator filter when
the engine is running.
When the dash light Water In Fuel is on, drain accumulated
water from the fuel/water separator filter. Open the valve on the
bottom of the fuel filter (Push Up) to allow any accumulated
water to drain. Close (Release Valve) the drain when clean fuel
is visible.
Caution: Diesel fuel will damage Black Top paving
surfaces. Drain the filter into an appropriate container.
Warning: Do not u s e alcohol or gasoline a s a fuel
blending agent. They c a n be unstable under certain
conditions and be hazardous or explosive when mixed
with diesei fuel.
Fan - inspection
Check the fan for cracks, loose rivets and bent or loose blades.
Make sure it is securely mounted. Tighten the capscrews if
loose. Always replace damaged fan.
Drive belt - Inspection
Check the belt for intersecting cracks.
• Transverse (across the belt width) cracks are acceptable.
• Longitudinal (direction of belt length) cracks that intersect
with transverse cracks are NOT acceptable.
* Replace the belt if it has unacceptable cracks, is frayed or
has pieces of material missing.
* Note: These maintenance procedures must be performed by
a trained service technician.
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