Hyundai Matrix (2007 year). Instruction - part 26
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
7
6ZF060M1-A
6ZF060C1-A
6ZF060D2-A
o Engine Oil and Filter
o Fuel Filter
o Fuel lines, Fuel Hoses and
Connections
The engine oil and filter should be
A clogged filter can limit the speed at
changed at the intervals specified in
which the vehicle may be driven, dam-
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
the maintenance schedule. If the car
age the emission system and cause
connections for leakage and damage.
is being driven in severe conditions,
hard starting. If an excessive amount
Replace any damaged or leaking parts
more frequent oil and filter changes
of foreign matter accumulates in the
immediately.
are required.
fuel tank, the filter may require re-
placement more frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the
engine for several minutes, and check
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6ZF060B1-A
WARNING
for leaks at the connections.
o Drive Belts
(Diesel only):
Never work on injection system with
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of
engine running or within 30 sec-
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil
onds after shutting off engine. High
contamination and replace if neces-
pressure pump, rail, injectors and
sary. Drive belts should be checked
high pressure pipes are subject to
periodically for proper tension and ad-
high pressure even after the engine
justed as necessary.
stopped. The fuel jet produced by
fuel leaks may cause serious injury,
if it contacts the body. People using
pacemakers should ensure that they
keep a distance of 30cm from the
ECU or wiring harness within the
engine room whilst engine is run-
ning, since the high currents in the
Common Rail system produce con-
siderable magnetic fields.
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6ZF060E1-A
6ZF060F1-A
6ZF060H1-A
o Timing Belt
o Vacuum, Crankcase
o Air Cleaner Filter
Ventilation Hoses
Replace timimg belt and inspect all
A Genuine Hyundai air cleaner filter is
associated parts related for damage
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
recommended when filter is replaced.
and deformation. Replace any dam-
dence of heat and/or mechanical dam-
aged parts immediately.
age. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking,
tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive
6ZF060J1-A
swelling indicate deterioration. Partic-
o Spark Plugs
6ZF060G1-A
ular attention should be paid to exam-
o Vapour Hose and Fuel Filler Cap
ining those hose surfaces nearest to
Make sure to install new spark plugs
high heat sources, such as the ex-
of the correct heat range.
The vapour hose and fuel filler cap
haust manifold.
should be inspected at those intervals
Inspect the hose routing to assure that
specified in the maintenance sched-
the hoses do not come in contact with
F060N02E-AAT
ule. Make sure that a new vapour hose
any heat source, sharp edges or mov-
o Valve Clearance
or fuel filler cap is correctly replaced.
ing component which might cause heat
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or
damage or mechanical wear. Inspect
engine vibration and adjust if neces-
all hose connections, such as clamps
sary. A qualified technician should
and couplings, to make sure they are
perform the operation.
secure, and that no leaks are present.
Hoses should be replaced immedi-
ately if there is any evidence of dete-
rioration or damage.
6ZF070B1-A
o Cooling System
Check the cooling system part, such
as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses
and connections for leakage and dam-
age. Replace any damaged parts.
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5
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6ZF070C1-A
F070E05A-AAT
6ZF070G2-A
o Engine Coolant
o Automatic Transaxle Fluid
o Brake Fluid
The coolant should be changed at
The fluid level should be in the "HOT"
Check brake fluid level in the brake
the intervals specified in the mainte-
range of the dipstick, after the engine
fluid reservoir. The level should be
nance schedule.
and transaxle are at normal operating
between "MIN" and "MAX" marks on
temperature. Check the automatic
the side of the reservoir. Use only
transaxle fluid level with the engine
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT
running and the transaxle in neutral,
3 or DOT 4.
6ZF070D1-A
with the parking brake properly ap-
o Manual Transaxle Oil
plied. Use Hyundai Genuine ATF SP-
III, DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF
6ZF070H1-A
Inspect the manual transaxle oil ac-
SP-III or other brands approved by
o Rear Brake Drums And
cording to the maintenance schedule.
Hyundai Motor Co., when adding or
Linings/Parking Brake
changing fluid.
NOTE:
Check the rear brake drums and lin-
If the oil level is low, check for
ings for scoring, burning, leaking fluid,
possible leaks before adding oil. Do
broken parts, and excessive wear. In-
not overfill.
spect the parking brake system in-
6ZF070F1-A
cluding the parking brake lever and
o Brake Hoses and Lines
cables. For detailed service proce-
Visually check for proper installation,
dures, refer to the Shop Manual.
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
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6ZF070J1-A
6ZF070M1-A
6ZF070P1-A
o Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors
o Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
o Driveshafts and Boots
Boots/Lower arm Ball Joint
Check the pads for excessive wear,
Check the drive shafts, boots and
discs for run out and wear, and cali-
With the vehicle stopped and engine
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
pers for fluid leakage.
off, check for excessive freeplay in
damage. Replace any damaged parts
the steering wheel.
and, if necessary, repack the grease.
Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball
6ZF070K1-A
joints for deterioration, cracks, or dam-
6ZF070Q1-A
o Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
age. Replace any damaged parts.
o Air conditioning Refrigerant
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
Check the air conditioning lines and
silencer and hangers for cracks, dete-
connections for leakage and damage.
rioration, or damage. Start the engine
6ZF070N1-A
Check air conditioning performance
and listen carefully for any exhaust
o Power Steering Pump, Belt
according to the relevant shop manual
gas leakage. Tighten connections or
and Hoses
if necessary.
replace parts as necessary.
Check the power steering pump and
hoses for leakage and damage. Re-
place any damaged or leaking parts
6ZF070L1-A
immediately. Inspect the power steer-
o Suspension Mounting Bolts
ing belt for evidence of cuts, cracks,
excessive wear, oil contamination and
Check the suspension connections for
proper tension. Replace or adjust it if
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
necessary.
specified torque.
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Engine Compartment
6-2
Daily Operating Checks
6-5
Engine Oil
6-5
Engine Oil and Filter Replacement
6-9
Engine Coolant Checking and Replacing
6-12
Air Cleaner Element Replacement
6-14
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual)
6-18
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)
6-19
Brake System Checking
6-22
Checking the Clutch Fluid
6-23
Air Conditioning System Maintenance
6-24
Changing the Pollen Filter (In Front of Blower Unit) ... 6-25
6
Checking Drive Belts
6-27
6
Checking and Replacing Fuses
6-28
Battery Maintenance
6-30
Eclectric Cooling Fans
6-31
Power Steering Fluid Level
6-31
Headlight Aiming Adjustment
6-34
Replacing Light Bulbs
6-36
Bulb Wattage
6-37
Fuse Panel Description
6-38
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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G010B01FC-EAT
(1.6 DOHC)
!
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should
handle tools and other heavy
objects carefully so that the
plastic cover of the engine is
not damaged.
HFC5001
1. Air filter element
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
11.Automatic transaxle fluid level
2. Engine oil filler cap
7. Engine oil level dipstick
dipstick (Not all models)
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluid reservoir
8. Engine cover
12.Battery
4. Auto fuel cut switch
9. Engine coolant reservoir
13.Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
5. Relay box
10.Radiator cap
cap
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3
G010C01FC-EAT
(1.8 DOHC)
!
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should
handle tools and other heavy
objects carefully so that the
plastic cover of the engine is
not damaged.
HFC003
1. Air filter element
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
11.Automatic transaxle fluid level
2. Engine oil filler cap
7. Engine oil level dipstick
dipstick (Not all models)
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluid reservoir
8. Engine cover
12.Battery
4. Auto fuel cut switch
9. Engine coolant reservoir
13.Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
5. Relay box
10.Radiator cap
cap
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G010E02FC-EAT
Diesel (1.5 CRDi)
!
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servic-
ing the engine, you should
handle tools and other heavy
objects carefully so that the
plastic cover of the engine is
not damaged.
G010E02FC
1. Air filter element
5. Relay box
9. Radiator cap
2. Engine oil filler cap
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
10.Battery
3. Brake fluid and clutch fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil level dipstick
11.Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
4. Fuel filter
8. Engine coolant reservoir
cap
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DAILY OPERATING CHECKS
ENGINE OIL
5
SG020B1-E
G030A01FC-EAT
G030B02O-EAT
Recommended Oil
The following items should be checked
The correct engine oil level is of para-
Petrol engine
on a daily basis or whenever the ve-
mount importance. An excessively
hicle is refuelled, whichever occurs
high or low oil level may result in
sooner.
irreparable damage being sustained by
the engine. The engine oil level must
o Engine oil level.
be checked on a daily basis, whenever
o Engine coolant level.
the vehicle is refuelled or before start-
o Power steering fluid level.
ing a long trip, whichever occurs sooner.
o Brake fluid level.
In addition, it is imperative that only an
o Windscreen washer fluid level.
approved grade and specification of oil
o Battery condition.
is used to avoid the possibility of
o Tyre condition and pressures.
serious engine damage and premature
o Operation and cleanliness of all light-
wear. The use of "budget price" oil is
G030B01JM
ing equipment.
a false economy that must be avoided
o Windscreen wiper and washer op-
if the maximum reliability and useful
The engine oil quality should meet the
eration.
life is to be obtained from the vehicle.
following classification.
o Horn operation.
API SJ, SL or ABOVE
o Warning light operation.
ILSAC GF-3 or ABOVE
o Adjustment and cleanliness of mir-
rors.
The oil viscosity should be selected
o Seat and seat belt adjustment and
according to the operating environ-
operation.
ment of the engine by means of the
o Fluid leakage.
table shown above. The engine oil
recommendations are complete in
The vehicle must not be driven if the
themselves and the use of additives is
daily operating checks indicate that
neither required nor recommended. The
any item of equipment related to the
use of engine oil additives may result
safety or roadworthiness of the vehicle
in invalidation of the vehicle warranty.
is not functioning correctly.
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NOTE:
G030B03FC-EAT
In addition, it is imperative that only an
Recommended Oil
approved grade and specification of oil
SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3
Diesel Engine
is used to avoid the possibility of
engine oil is preferred regardless of
regional option and engine varia-
serious engine damage and premature
tion. If SAE 5W-20, ILSAC GF-3 en-
wear. The use of "budget price" oil is
gine oil is not available, secondary
a false economy that must be avoided
recommended engine oil for corre-
if the maximum reliability and useful
sponding temperature range can be
life is to be obtained from the vehicle.
used.
The engine oil quality should meet the
following classification:
API class: CH-4 or ABOVE
ACEA class: B4 or ABOVE
G030B01A
The correct engine oil level is of para-
NOTE:
mount importance.
SAE 0W-30 oil is for use in very cold
zones. Its use should therefore be
An excessively high or low oil level
restricted only to driving in these
may result in irreparable damage being
type of sub-zero conditions. (Espe-
sustained by the engine. The engine
cially, not recommended for sus-
oil level must be checked on a daily
tained high engine load and high
basis, whenever the vehicle is refu-
speed operation.)
elled or before starting a long trip,
whichever occurs sooner.
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SG030C2-E
Prior to checking the level, the vehicle
SG030D3-E
Engine Oil Level
should be allowed to stand for several
Engine Oil Replenishment
Petrol engine
minutes after the engine has been
Petrol engine
switched off to allow the oil to drain
back to the sump.
Withdraw the dipstick and wipe it with
a clean rag. Replace the dipstick fully
and withdraw again when the oil level
may be read from the stick. Normal oil
level is indicated when the oil is present
between the two marks on the stick. It
is not necessary to add oil if the level
is above the lower mark and in any
HFC5007
HFC5009
case, oil must not be added to the
Diesel engine
degree that the level exceeds the up-
Diesel engine
per mark. Replace the dipstick fully
after checking the level.
!
WARNING:
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking the
engine oil as it may be hot enough
to burn you.
G030C02FC
G030D03FC
The engine oil level should be checked
If the indicated oil level is at or below
with the engine at normal operating
the lower mark of the dipstick, oil
temperature and the vehicle parked
should be added until the level is at or
upon level ground.
below the upper mark.
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To add oil to the engine, remove the
ZG030E1-A
o
The engine oil consumption is
filler cap by rotating in an counter-
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
strongly effected by the viscosity
clockwise direction and pour engine oil
Function of engine oil
and quality of oil, engine rpm and
into the engine. Before checking the
driving condition etc.
Engine oil has the primary function of
level again, allow several minutes for
More engine oil may be consumed
lubricating and cooling the inside of
the oil to drain into the sump. Replace
under severe driving conditions such
the engine.
the oil filler cap rotating it in a clock-
as high speeds, frequent accelera-
wise direction until tight.
tion and deceleration, compared to
Engine oil consumption
The quantity of oil required to raise the
normal driving.
level from the minimum to maximum
It is normal that an engine should
level is approximately 1 litre.
consume some engine oil in the course
of normal driving. The cause of oil
The distance between the "F" and "L"
consumption in a normal engine are as
marks is equal to about 1 liter(Petrol
follows;
Engine)/1.2 liter(Diesel Engine) of oil.
o Engine oil is used to lubricate pis-
tons, piston rings and cylinders.
A thin film of oil is left on the
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cylinder wall when a piston moves
CAUTION:
downwards in the cylinder. High
Slowly pour the recommended oil
negative pressure generated during
into a funnel. Do not overfill to
engine operation sucks some of the
prevent engine to damage.
oil into the combustion chamber.
This oil with some oil of the cylinder
wall is burned by the high tempera-
!
ture combustion gases during the
WARNING:
combustion process.
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking the
engine oil as it may be hot enough
to burn you.
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ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
9
REPLACEMENT
SG040A2-E
The engine oil and filter must be
4. When the oil has drained from the
Petrol engine
changed at the time or mileage inter-
sump, replace the drain plug using
1.6 DOHC
Oil filler
val specified in the maintenance sched-
a new gasket ensuring that the plug
cap
ule. If the vehicle is operated under
is not over tightened.
severe or adverse conditions, the oil
5. Remove the oil filter by rotating
and filter must be replaced more fre-
counterclockwise, using a propri-
quently.
etary oil filter removal tool if neces-
To replace the oil and filter, proceed
sary. Note that the oil filter will
as follows:
contain approximately 0.5 litres of
oil and this should be collected in a
1. Ensure that the engine is at normal
suitable receptacle.
operating temperature and park the
6. Install a new oil filter having smeared
Oil filler
vehicle on level ground with the
the sealing ring with clean oil and
Drain plug
SSA6040A
parking brake securely applied and
rotating clockwise until the filter
Oil filler cap
the engine turned off.
contacts the mounting and then a
1.8 DOHC
2. Open the bonnet and remove the oil
further one half turn. Do not over-
filler cap.
tighten
3. Prepare a suitable receptacle to
Tightening torque: 2.3 ~ 2.5
collect the displaced oil and re-
kgf.m
move the drain plug from the sump.
7. Remove the engine oil level dip-
stick.
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8. Pour the specified quantity of the
CAUTION:
recommended oil into the engine
Drain plug
The oil being drained from the en-
Oil filler
and replace the filler cap. Start the
G040A03E
gine will be hot. Care should be
engine and ensure that no oil leaks
exercised to prevent scalding.
exist. Turn off the engine and after
a couple minutes, recheck the oil
level.
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G040B04FC-EAT
Upper cap
Diesel engine
!
CAUTION:
O-ring
Oil filler cap
Slowly pour the recommended oil
into a funnel. Do not overfill to
Oil filter
prevent engine to damage.
element
Centrepipe
O-ring
Oil filter
Oil filter
!
WARNING:
housing
Prolonged and repeated contact with
G040B02FC
used engine oils may result in seri-
G040B01FC
2. Open the bonnet and remove the
ous skin disorders including der-
engine oil level dipstick.
matitis and cancer. Avoid contact
The engine oil and filter should be
3. Loosen the oil filter upper cap with a
with skin as far as possible and
changed at those intervals specified in
proper tool from the oil filter housing
always wash thoroughly after any
the maintenance schedule in Section
until an O-ring is seen. Then, drain
contact. Keep used oils out of reach
5. If the car is being driven in severe
the oil completely.
of children. It is illegal to pollute
conditions, more frequent oil and filter
drains, water courses and soil. Use
changes are required.
only authorized waste collection
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facilities including civic amenity
The procedure for changing the oil and
CAUTION:
sites and garages for the disposal
filter is as follows:
Slowly loosen the oil filter upper
of used oil and oil filters. If in doubt,
cap not to overflow the oil.
1. Park the car on level ground and set
contact the local authority for dis-
the parking brake. Start the engine
posal instructions.
and let it warm up until the needle
on the coolant temperature gauge
moves above the lowest mark. Turn
the engine off and place the gear
selector lever in "P" (automatic) or
reverse gear (manual transaxle).
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4. Remove the engine oil filler cap.
8. After mounting a new centrepipe O-
10.Start the engine and check to be
5. Slide underneath the car and loosen
ring, new oil filter element and new
sure no oil is leaking from the drain
the oil pan drain plug by turning it
O-ring to upper cap, install the up-
plug or oil filter.
counterclockwise oil pan with a
per cap to oil filter housing and
11.Shut off the engine and recheck
wrench of the proper size. Be sure
retighten by turning it clockwise. Do
the oil level.
that a drain pan is in position to
not over-tighten.
catch the oil as it drains out, then
NOTE:
remove the drain plug.
Tightening torque : 2.5 kgf.m
o It is recommended that the en-
gine oil and filter should be
changed by an Hyundai
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!
CAUTION:
authorised repairer.
WARNING:
o Always dispose of used engine
Do not use old oil filter upper cap O-
Be very careful when draining the
oil in an environmentally accept-
ring and centrepipe O-ring.
engine oil as it may be hot enough
able manner. It is suggested that
to burn you!
it be placed in a sealed container
9. Refill the crankcase with the recom-
and taken to a service station for
6. When the oil has stopped draining,
mended engine oil. Refer to the
maybe reclaimation. Do not pour
replace the drain plug using a new
specification in chapter 9 for engine
the oil on the ground or put it into
gasket and retighten by turning it
oil capacity.
the household trash.
clockwise.
Oil pan drain plug tightening
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CAUTION:
!
WARNING:
torque : 3.5 ~ 4.5 kgf.m
Slowly pour the recommended oil
Used motor oil may cause irritation
into a funnel. Do not overfill to
7. Pull out the oil filter upper cap with
or cancer of the skin if left in contact
preverd engine to camage.
element from the oil filter housing.
with the skin for prolonged periods
Using a clean cloth, remove any dirt
of time. Wash your hands thoroughly
or oil accumulated around the oil
with soap and warm water as soon
filter housing.
as possible after handling used oil.
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ING AND REPLACING
SG050A1-E
It is important to note that whilst an
Diesel engine
increase in the concentration of anti
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freeze gives an increase in the level of
WARNING:
frost protection, a solution which is in
Do not remove the radiator cap when
excess of 65% anti freeze will result in
the engine is hot, since the system
reduced frost protection and engine
is pressurised and coolant may be
overheating. Therefore the recom-
ejected from the radiator resulting
mended concentration of 50% should
in scalding.
not be exceeded for general use.
The use of methanol based anti freeze
compounds may result in engine over-
G050B02FC
heating and will invalidate the vehicle
SG050B1-E
Only ethylene glycol based coolant
warranty.
Coolant recommended
with a corrosion inhibitor suited to alu-
Petrol engine
minium alloy engine components
NOTE:
should be used in the cooling system.
It is imperative that vehicles fitted
No further additives or inhibitors should
with an air conditioning system have
be used. The coolant specific gravity
a coolant concentration of the rec-
should be checked as prescribed in
ommended strength at all times.
the maintenance schedule to ensure
The use of the air conditioning sys-
adequate frost and corrosion protec-
tem when the cooling system is
tion. In addition, the engine coolant
filled with water only will result in
must be replaced at the specified in-
the heater matrix freezing and sub-
terval since the corrosion inhibitor prop-
sequently bursting.
erties deteriorate with time.
G050B01FC
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SG050C1-E
If the level is below the "L" mark, add
2. Prepare a suitable receptacle to
To Check the Coolant Level
coolant of the correct concentration
collect the displaced coolant and
until the level is between the "L" and
position this under the radiator drain
Petrol engine
"F" marks. If the level falls below the
tap.
"L" mark on a regular basis despite
3. With the heater temperature control
being topped up, consult a Hyundai
set to the "HOT" position, remove
authorised repairer.
the radiator cap and open the radia-
tor drain tap.
SG050D2-E
To Change the Coolant
The coolant should be changed at
G050C01FC
those intervals specified in the vehicle
maintenance schedule in Section 5.
Diesel engine
NOTE:
Care should be taken to ensure that
coolant is not allowed to spill onto
the paintwork since the finish may
G050D01FC
become damaged. If coolant spill-
4. When the engine coolant has drained
age occurs, the affected area should
completely, close the drain tap en-
be rinsed thoroughly with water.
suring that this is not over tight-
ened.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground
5. Prepare a suitable quantity of new
G050C02FC
and ensure that the parking brake is
engine coolant (refer to section 9)
The engine coolant level may be
firmly applied, and the engine al-
and pour this into the radiator.
observed through the side of the plas-
lowed to cool.
tic coolant reservoir (expansion tank)
Do not attempt this operation whilst
when the engine is cold.
the engine is hot since burning or
scalding may result.
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