TM 5-3825-270-23&P
0074
FLUSHING - Continued
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Figure 1. Cooling System Flushing.
WARNING
Use extreme care when removing radiator pressure cap. Sudden release of pressure can
cause steam flash. Slowly loosen cap to the first stop to relieve pressure prior to removing
cap completely. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
Use clean, thick waste cloth or like material to remove radiator pressure cap. Avoid using
gloves, hot water soaks through gloves. Failure to comply may result in injury or death
to personnel.
Wear suitable eye protection when working on vehicle cooling systems to avoid personnel
injury.
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Remove radiator cap (Figure 2, Item 4) from radiator (Figure 2, Item 3) by pressing down and rotating
counterclockwise.