Lowering coolant level – MAHLE RTI MCX-2 (Rev F) User Manual

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VERY IMPORTANT

Open valve on wand only while end is in fluid.

Do not suck air as the pump may loose its prime

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Black Hose

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LOWERING COOLANT LEVEL

WARNING: Coolant in the vehicle cooling system may be extremely hot and

under great pressure. Wear safety glasses and use protective
clothing and gloves. Use extreme caution when removing
radiator cap and hoses.

1. Slowly and carefully remove the cap from the radiator.

2. Remove cap from overflow container.

3. Attach the wand to the black hose. Close the valve.

4. Turn control valve to LOWER RADIATOR & OVERFLOW.

5. Press the top of LOWER RADIATOR & OVERFLOW selector switch to turn on

pump.

6. Use the Wand to empty the overflow container and lower the level of coolant

in the radiator to a level just below the upper hose connecting the radiator to
the engine. Open valve on wand as required.

7. Press bottom of LOWER RADIATOR & OVERFLOW selector switch to turn off

pump.

8. Replace caps on the radiator and overflow container.

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