Coolant Reservoir: Service and Repair

Coolant Expansion Tank

Service Repair No - 26.15.01

Removal

WARNING: Release the cooling system pressure by slowly turning the coolant expansion tank cap a quarter of a turn. Cover the expansion tank cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Engine coolant will damage the paint finished surfaces. If spilt, immediately remove the coolant and clean the area with water.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

WARNING: Since injury such as scalding could be caused by escaping steam or coolant, do not remove the filler cap from the coolant expansion tank while the system is hot.

2. Remove the coolant expansion tank cap.





3. Disconnect the 2 hoses from the coolant expansion tank.
^ Clamp the hoses
^ Release the 2 clips.





4. Disconnect the coolant low level sensor electrical connector.





5. Remove the coolant expansion tank.
^ Remove the 2 bolts.
^ Release from the clip.





NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

6. Remove the coolant low level sensor.





Installation
1. Install the coolant low level sensor.
2. Install the coolant expansion tank.
^ Secure with the clip.
^ Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs).
3. Connect the coolant low level sensor electrical connector.
4. Connect the expansion tank coolant hoses.
^ Secure with the clips.
^ Remove the hose clamps.
5. Top-up the coolant.
^ Install the coolant expansion tank cap.





6. Connect the battery ground cable.
7. Start and run the engine at idle until the normal operating temperature is reached.
8. Switch the engine off and allow to cool.
9. Check and top-up the coolant.