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Where is the drain plug on a radiator?

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Where is the drain plug on a radiator?

Drain the Coolant Locate the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. It may be accessible from a standing position, but will most likely require getting under the vehicle to reach it.

How do I drain the radiator on a?

  1. STEP 1 – Safety first.
  2. STEP 2 – Press down on the radiator cap, slowly turn it counter-clockwise until it hisses, wait until the.
  3. STEP 3 – Place a large container under the drain valve at the bottom of the radiator.
  4. STEP 4 – Loosen the drain valve and allow the coolant to completely drain out.

How do I completely empty my cooling system?

To flush with water and remove any leftover residue from the old coolant/antifreeze, top up the radiator with clean water using a hose, and replace the radiator cap. Then, start the engine and leave it running for 15 minutes.

How do you drain a radiator flush and fill?

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Let engine cool completely.
  2. Step 2: Find and remove your fill cap.
  3. Step 3: Locate the petcock.
  4. Step 4: Let the old fluid drain.
  5. Step 5: Recycle old antifreeze.
  6. Step 6: Add radiator cleaner and water.
  7. Step 7: Start your vehicle.
  8. Step 8: Drain the system.

How do you completely drain coolant from an engine block?

How to Flush a Car Engine Block

  1. Remove the lower radiator hose and catch the draining coolant in a bucket.
  2. Remove the top radiator hose and flush the system out with a normal hose.
  3. Continue until the water runs clear out of the bottom of the engine.
  4. Refill with coolant and reattach the radiator hoses.

Is it OK to flush radiator with tap water?

You can use tap water, no problem. I recommend flushing the system as best you can with the hose, by pulling the right bottom hose off. Flush out as best as you can.