TM 5-3825-270-23&P
FIELD MAINTENANCE
COOLING SYSTEM SERVICING AND TESTING
INITIAL SETUP:
Materials/Parts (cont.)
Tools and Special Tools
Cleaning Compound, Solvent (WP 0224, Table 1,
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive
Item 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
(WP 0225, Table 1, Item 12)
Rag, Wiping (WP 0224, Table 1, Item 52)
Tester, Electrolyte and Antifreeze (WP 0225, Table
Distilled Water, Reagent (WP 0224, Table 1, Item
1, Item 2)
27)
Pan, Drain, 5 Gal Cap (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 2)
Goggles, Industrial (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 2)
Gloves, Rubber (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 2)
References
Test Kit, Radiator (WP 0225, Table 1, Item 2)
Parts Manual (WP 0220) Figure 4027
Materials/Parts
Antifreeze, Ethylene Glycol, Inhibited (WP 0224,
Table 1, Item 1, 2, 3)
FLUSHING
WARNING
DO NOT service cooling system unless engine has cooled. This is a pressurized cooling
system and escaping steam or hot coolant will cause serious burns.
DO NOT remove cooling system radiator cap when engine is hot. Allow engine to cool
down. Loosen cap to first stop and let any pressure out of cooling system, then remove
cap.
Wear effective eye, glove, and skin protection when handling coolants.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment, death, or serious injury to
personnel.
1.
Loosen two screws (Figure 1, Item 1) and open access door (Figure 1, Item 2).
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