TM 5-3895-370-14&P4-56. COOLANT SYSTEM DRAIN/FILL.This task covers:a. Drainb. FillINITIAL SETUPToolsEquipment ConditionTool kit, general mechanic's: automotiveTM or ParaCondition DescriptionWheels chocked.Long neck funnelPara 2-10Jackstand lowered.Para 3-6Front and rear engineSuitable container (7.4 gal [28 l] capacity)panels removed.Para 4-54Front fan guard removed.Materials/PartsAntifreeze (item 2, Appendix E)General Safety InstructionsSodium carbonate (item 49, Appendix E)If engine has previously been in operation, allowtime for cooling before performing procedure.a.Drain.WARNING·Do not drain coolant if water temperature gage reads above 180 degrees F (82degrees C). Contact with steam or hot coolant will result in serious injury topersonnel.·Wear goggles/safety glasses when flushing radiator. Alkali-based corrosioninhibitor is in coolant system. Contact with skin can cause injury to personnel.NOTEFan guard shown removed for clarity.(1)Remove radiator cap (para 3-8).4-139
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