Lowering coolant level – MAHLE RTI MCX-2F (Rev D) 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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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. Turn both valves on front of MCX-2F to EXCHANGE.

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

3. Remove cap from overflow container.

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

5. Turn control valve to LOWER RADIATOR & OVERFLOW.

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

pump.

7. 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.

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

pump.

9. Replace caps on the radiator and overflow container.

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