How do you remove a coolant drain plug?
Working on a flat and level surface, place wheel chocks on the rear wheels and then jack up the front of the car. Place a jack stand on each front jack support on the chassis. In order to access the inverter coolant drain plug, you’ll need to remove the engine under cover. This involves removing six 10 mm bolts and 13 push-pin retainer clips.
How do you get coolant out of a radiator?
Step 6: Drain the radiator. Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain cock and open the drain cock, letting the coolant drain out of the radiator into the drain pan. Step 7: Remove the drain cock. Once the fluid is out, either unscrew the cap, twist the cap off and pull out the latch, or twist and slide out.
How do you change coolant in a inverter?
Place a drain pan beneath the plug and carefully and slowly undo the 10 mm hexagonal bolt – be sure to wear safety goggles as the draining coolant WILL splash. Allow coolant to completely drain, about 5 minutes. Discard the old gasket and replace with a new gasket.
Where is the inverter coolant drain plug located?
Remove the cap on the inverter coolant reservoir and set aside. Locate the inverter coolant drainage plug. This is a 10 mm hexagonal bolt perpendicular to the axle and close to and beneath the transmission fluid filler and drainage plugs. Do NOT mistaken it for the automatic transmission fluid drain plug, which uses the same 10 mm hexagonal bolt.
How do you replace a radiator drainage plug?
This is a short tutorial video on how to replace your radiator drainage plug. Mine snapped off because it is plastic so I had to figure out a way to replace it. Vehicle: Used a Ford Ranger but process can likely be used in many scenarios. Supplies needed: Needle nose pliers, bucket, replacement plug. Loading…
How do you change coolant in a radiator?
After draining the radiator, close the petcock or drain. Refill the system with water and replace the caps. Run the engine again with the heater on high for 10 minutes once the engine has reached operating temperature. Allow the engine to cool again.
Do you have to flush the radiator or drain coolant?
If you follow the service schedule and do the drain and fill when recommended, you should be able to avoid a situation where a flush becomes necessary. Bonus tip: It’s a great idea to replace both your thermostat and your radiator cap whenever your coolant is drained or flushed.
Where is the coolant drain spigot on a Ford F150?
Open the coolant expansion tank to allow air in to help drain the system. Locate the drain spigot, bottom of radiator, inside engine compartment, passenger side. Fasten your 1/2inch hose (about 6-12 inches long) on the spigot’s spout which points to the passenger side. Use the 19mm open wrench to loosen the white drain bolt.