Cooling system specifications For models of later model years, see Appendix at the end of the Manual ( Section 13 ).
General description The cooling system includes: a downflow radiator, a thermoviscous belt-driven cooling fan, a toothed belt, a water pump, a thermostat, and an expansion tank....
Ongoing maintenance 1. Perform the following procedures at the intervals given in Section « Maintenance » at the beginning of this guide. Coolant level control 2. On a cold...
Cooling System — Draining Fluid 1. Unscrew the filler cap from the expansion tank or radiator. If the engine is hot, place a thick cloth over the cover before removing it. 2. Place a suitable...
Cooling system — flushing 1. Flushing is not required if the coolant has been changed periodically or if plain water has been used. In any case, if the coolant appears rusty and dark,...
Cooling system — filling 1. Connect the hoses and clamp the brackets. Install and tighten the cylinder block drain plug. 2. On carbureted engines, disconnect the warm air duct to...
Antifreeze mixture — general description Warning: The antifreeze mixture is poisonous. Keep it away from children and pets. Rinse stains on upholstery and clothing with water. 1. The antifreeze/water...
Radiator — removal and installation 1. Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 3 . Disconnect the top hose (photo). 2. Pull out the top brackets, release the cooling fan shroud from the...
Radiator — inspection and repair 1. If the radiator was removed due to a suspected blockage, flush it as described in Chapter 4 . 2. Clean the radiator fins of dirt and other foreign matter...
Thermostat — removal and installation 1. Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 3 . 2. On carburetor engines, disconnect the warm air duct to provide access to the thermostat housing. 3....
Thermostat — test 1. Roughly the thermostat can be tested by dropping it on a piece of string into a pot filled with water. Bring the water to a boil and check if the thermostat...
Water pump — removal and installation 1. Remove the thermo-viscous cooling fan ( Chapter 11 ) and alternator/fan drive belt ( Chapter 13 ). 2. Remove the radiator ( Chapter 7 ). 3. Remove the drive...
Expansion tank — removal and installation 1. Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 3 . 2. Remove the filler cap. 3. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the radiator degasser hose. 4. Unfasten a...
Temperature gauge sensor — removal and installation 1. The temperature gauge sensor is located on the thermostat housing. Allow the engine to cool before removing the block. 2. Remove the filler cap from the...