Engine Cooling System - Testing & Troubleshooting: Test: Radiator: Test

Radiator - Test

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1. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap, and fill the radiator with engine coolant to the base of the filler neck.

2. Attach a commercially available pressure tester (A) to the radiator, and apply a pressure of 93 - 123 kPa (0.95 - 1.25 kgf/cm2, 13.5 - 17.8 psi).

3. Inspect for engine coolant leaks and a drop in pressure.

4. Remove the pressure tester, then reinstall the radiator cap.

All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.