Check And Replacement Of Engine Coolant - Toyota Land Cruiser 1988 Repair Manual

COOLING SYSTEM- Check and Replacement of Engine Coolant C0-3
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CHECK AND REPLACEMENT OF
ENGINE COOLANT
1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL AT RESERVE
TANK
The coolant level should be between the "LOW" and
"FULL" lines.
If low, check for leaks and add coolant up to the uFU LL"
line.
2.
CHECK ENGINE COOLANT QUALITY
There should not be any excessive rust deposits or scales
around the radiator cap or radiator filler hole, and the
coolant should be free from oil.
If excessively dirty, replace the coolant.
3.
REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
(a) Remove the radiator cap.
(b) Drain the coolant from the radiator and engine drain
cocks.
(c) Close the drain cocks.
Torque (Engine drain cock):
450 kg-em
(33
ft-lb, 44 N·m)
(d) Fill the system with coolant.
Use a good brand of ethylene·glycol base coolant,
mixed according to the manufacturer's directions.
Capacity:
w I Front heater
17.5 liters (18.5 US qts, 15.4 Imp. qts}
w I Front and rear heaters
19.5 liters (20.6 US qts, 17.2 Imp. qts}
(e) Install the radiator cap.
(f) Start the engine and check for leaks.
(g) Recheck the coolant level and refill as necessary.