Service manual

CHK
ADJ
3-16
5. Fill:
• coolant
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended coolant)
Handling notes for coolant
Coolant is potentially harmful and should be
handled with special care.
WARNING
• If coolant splashes in your eyes, thor-
oughly wash them with water and consult
a doctor.
• If coolant splashes on your clothes,
quickly wash it away with water and then
with soap and water.
• If coolant is swallowed, induce vomiting
and get immediate medical attention.
CAUTION:
• Adding water instead of coolant lowers
the antifreeze content of the coolant. If
water is used instead of coolant check,
and if necessary, correct the antifreeze
concentration of the coolant.
• Use only distilled water. However, if dis-
tilled water is not available, soft water may
be used.
• If coolant comes into contact with painted
surfaces, immediately wash them with
water.
• Do not mix different types of antifreeze.
6. Install:
•radiator cap
7. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then stop it.
Recommended antifreeze
High-quality ethylene glycol
antifreeze containing corrosion
inhibitors for aluminum engines
Mixing ratio
1:1 (antifreeze:water)
Quantity
Total amount
0.54 L (0.48 Imp qt, 0.57 US qt)
CHANGING THE COOLANT