My Pajero/Montero needs a coolant flush, and the system is clean. I'm not too fond of using tap water from a garden hose in my cooling systems, even for flushing purposes, and was wondering if what I'm about to describe would be an acceptable method of getting the old coolant out.
1. Drain the radiator
2. Remove the lower radiator hose, let the coolant drain then reconnect
3. Remove the thermostat
4. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the radiator
5. Start the engine and let it run for 4-5 seconds OR disconnect the fuel pump relay and crank the engine to move water out of the block
The coolant drain plug is a 14 mm plug under the driver's side exhaust manifold, just over the oil pan seal. It's a bit difficult to get to, and seeing it hasn't been touched in 13 years, I don't want to mess with it and cause myself problems. Thanks!
1. Drain the radiator
2. Remove the lower radiator hose, let the coolant drain then reconnect
3. Remove the thermostat
4. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the radiator
5. Start the engine and let it run for 4-5 seconds OR disconnect the fuel pump relay and crank the engine to move water out of the block
The coolant drain plug is a 14 mm plug under the driver's side exhaust manifold, just over the oil pan seal. It's a bit difficult to get to, and seeing it hasn't been touched in 13 years, I don't want to mess with it and cause myself problems. Thanks!