Cooling System Draining Filling Bleeding

Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding (26.10.01)  

1 .  Position the vehicle on a lift.  
 
 
2 .  Set the heater controls to maximum.  
 
 
3 .  Disconnect the battery ground cable.  

Specifications

 
 
4 .  Remove the engine cover.  

Engine Cover - 2.7L Diesel (12.30.50)

 
 
5 .  

 
Remove the coolant expansion tank cap.  
 
 
6 .  Remove the radiator access panel.  

 
7 .  Position a container to collect the fluid.  
 
 
8 .  

 
Release the clip and disconnect the radiator lower hose, allow the coolant to drain.  
 

Published : Aug 25, 2004

   WARNING: Since injury such as scalding could be caused by escaping steam or coolant, do not remove 

the filler cap from the coolant expansion tank while the system is hot. 

Remove the 4 bolts. 

   CAUTION: Engine coolant will damage the paint finished surfaces. If spilt, immediately remove the 

coolant and clean the area with water.