Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
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Engine Cooling System<br />
NOTE: If frequent topping off is necessary and<br />
there are no visible signs of coolant leaks when<br />
the engine is cold, check for leaks with the engine<br />
operating at normal temperature.<br />
WARNING! Handle coolant and antifreeze carefully.<br />
Ethylene glycol antifreeze is poisonous.<br />
Store in original fluid container only and always<br />
keep out of reach of children.<br />
FILL<br />
COOLANT<br />
EXPANSION<br />
TANK<br />
Preventive Maintenance<br />
Proper Coolant Level<br />
NOTE: Do not overfill a cooling system. Excess<br />
coolant may result in overflow, loss of antifreeze,<br />
and reduced corrosion protection.<br />
Check the coolant level <strong>after</strong> each trip. Add coolant as<br />
necessary. You may find your coolant level is not up to the<br />
correct level soon <strong>after</strong> you have filled the radiator. This<br />
may be because all the trapped air in the system has not<br />
yet been purged. It takes a little time for all the air to leave<br />
the system <strong>after</strong> you fill your radiator.<br />
Refilling Your Radiator<br />
Cooling System Expansion Tank<br />
1. Be sure the radiator and engine block drains are closed.<br />
2. Move the heater control to maximum heat position.<br />
3. Remove the surge tank pressure cap<br />
4. Through the surge tank, fill the system with premixed<br />
coolant. Pour it in a steady flow until the radiator is full.<br />
5. Start the engine.<br />
6. Idle at low RPM.<br />
7. Complete the filling. Do it as quickly as possible.<br />
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