Attention: Do not allow antifreeze to come into contact with exposed areas of the body and painted surfaces of the car. Wash off accidental splashes with plenty of water without delay. Remember that antifreeze is a highly toxic liquid and getting it into the body, even in small quantities, is fraught with the most serious consequences, even death. Never leave antifreeze stored in a loosely closed container, immediately collect spilled coolant on the floor. Remember that the sweet smell of antifreeze can attract the attention of children and animals. Consult with local authorities about ways to dispose of used coolant - in many regions of the world there are special points for receiving various kinds of waste. Never drain old coolant down the drain and onto the ground!
14. All models of cars described in this Manual are equipped with a compensation type cooling system operating at excess pressure. The expansion tank of the cooling system, made of translucent plastic, is located on the left (in the direction of travel) rear of the engine compartment close to the battery and connected by an overflow hose to the radiator of the cooling system. As the engine warms up during operation, excess expanding coolant is forced into the reservoir. When cooling, the coolant automatically flows back into the cooling system, which ensures that its level is maintained at a constant value.
15. The coolant level in the expansion tank is checked regularly and when the engine is cold (approx. +20°С) must not fall below the KALT/COLD mark on the tank wall (see resist. illustration). On Universal models, the corresponding warning message is displayed on the screen of the multifunctional information display when the liquid level drops below the permissible level. If necessary, make the appropriate adjustment by adding the required amount of fresh mix to the reservoir.
Note: Adding cold coolant must be done after the engine has cooled down.
Caution: Only use fluids of the correct composition for level adjustments - read carefully Specifications to this chapter! Please note the color of the liquid should be light orange (with prolonged use, it may change slightly and become yellow). The use of antifreezes of various brands as a coolant (the liquid has a characteristic blue-green color - «sea wave») unacceptable! Remember that frequent topping up of drinking / distilled water in the cooling system leads to a gradual dilution of antifreeze and the loss of frost resistance and anti-corrosion properties of the mixture.
16. With a closed cooling system, there is practically no liquid loss. A constant drop in the coolant level usually indicates the development of leaks in the system. Check the radiator, connecting hoses, filler cap, drain plugs and water pump housing for signs of leakage.
17. If it is necessary to remove the cover of the expansion tank, wait for the engine to cool completely, then wrap the neck with a thick layer of rags and slowly unscrew the cover to the first stop. If this produces steam, let the engine cool down a little more, only then remove the cover completely.
Attention: Never remove the cap from the expansion tank when the engine is hot!
18. In addition to the level, always check the condition of the coolant, its concentration (see Specifications to this Chapter). The concentration of the liquid is checked using a hydrometer with a special scale - it can be purchased commercially or checked at a service station. Even if the fluid does not change externally, the corrosion inhibitors included in its composition are depleted over time, so the condition of the coolant should be checked regularly in accordance with the vehicle maintenance schedule (see section 1).
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