Note: The manufacturer recommends using ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze).
Do not mix liquids of different colors and different manufacturers. If you need to add coolant, but you do not know the brand of liquid poured into the system, replace all the liquid in the cooling system.
Use only products from proven manufacturers. Remember that using low-quality coolant leads to expensive engine repairs!
Before starting work, place the vehicle on a level surface.
Warnings: Check the coolant level only when the engine is cold. Coolant is toxic, so take precautions when working with it.
Do not fill the reservoir above the upper mark, as the volume of fluid will increase when the engine is running.
When starting the engine, the expansion tank cap must be tightly screwed in.
Helpful tips: Constantly monitor the coolant level. A sharp decrease or increase should be a signal for an immediate check of the engine cooling system. If the freshly poured antifreeze suddenly and unexpectedly quickly changes color to brown, then you were sold a fake, to which they "forgot" to add corrosion inhibitors. Replace the liquid as quickly as possible before it has time to corrode the cooling system.
The expansion tank is installed in the engine compartment on the left side.
1. The coolant level should be between the marks (ribs) on the wall of the expansion tank. The upper and lower marks correspond to the maximum and minimum coolant levels.
2. To add fluid, unscrew the expansion tank cap...
3. ...and add coolant to the required level.
4. Screw on the expansion tank cap.
Warning: Make sure the expansion tank cap is tightly screwed on. When the engine is running, the expansion tank is under pressure, so a loose cap can leak coolant or tear off the cap.
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