Engine Coolant: Flushing

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Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION: Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.

Tightening torque: Refer to " EXPLODED VIEW ".

If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to "ENGINE STAND SETTING ".
Remove air relief plug (1) on radiator.

Fig 1: Locating Radiator Air Relief Plug
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Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief holes, then close air relief plugs. Fill radiator and reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
Tightening torque: Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Run the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
Rev the engine two or three times under no-load.
Stop the engine and wait until it cools down.
Drain water from the system. Refer to "DRAINING ".
Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Check that the reservoir tank cap is tightened.