Engine Coolant - KAMAZ 5490 Operation Manual

4.8 Engine Coolant

CAUTION
After refilling the engine coolant, please pay strict
attention to the instructions given by the vehicle
manufacturer! Otherwise, damage may occur at the
oil/water heat exchanger.
• Engine coolant
(mixture made from fresh water and anti-freeze/anti-
corrosion agents)
– Recommended volume for anti-freeze/anti-corrosion
agent:
40 - 50 vol. %, to be checked with coolant inspector.
Anti-freeze and anti-corrosion agents
Basic fluid: Ethylenglycol with anti-corrosion inhibitors.
Fresh Water
pH value 6.5 - 8.5; overall hardness < 20 °dH
6085 758 102b - 2006-10
Change interval of the engine coolant:
• At max. every 2 years with aluminum heat exchanger
(for fill as pre-mixture).
• At max. every 4 years with stainless steel heat
exchanger (for fill as pre-mixture).
• In the case of deviating information (on shorter change
intervals), always adhere to the instructions given by
the vehicle and/or engine manufacturer.
NOTE
The entire cooling system must always be flushed with
water prior to new fills.
The coolant must also be replaced immediately if sludge
forms or if the coolant's concentration falls suddenly.
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