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CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check the coolant level
in the reservoir when the
engine is cold.
If the coolant level is below the
MIN level
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1
, open the reservoir cap and add
coolant up to the MAX level
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2
. If the reservoir
is empty, check the coolant level in the radiator
when the engine is cold.
For VK45DE engine model, remove the engine
cover by removing the 4 clips
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A
.
If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill
the radiator with coolant up to the filler opening
and also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX
level
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2
.
If the cooling system frequently requires cool-
ant, have it checked by an INFINITI dealer.
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
Major cooling system repairs should be per-
formed by an INFINITI dealer. The service pro-
cedures can be found in the appropriate INFINITI
Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced heater
performance and engine overheating.
WARNING
●
To avoid the danger of being scalded, never
change the coolant when the engine is hot.
●
Never remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by
high pressure fluid escaping from the
radiator.
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Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
possible.
●
Keep coolant out of reach of children and
pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
SDI2310
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8-11
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