Bottle, Coolant Recovery: Operation

The system works in conjunction with the radiator pressure cap. This is achieved by using thermal expansion and contraction of the coolant to keep the coolant free of trapped air. It provides:

• A volume for coolant expansion and contraction.
• A convenient and safe method for checking/adjusting coolant level at atmospheric pressure. This is done without removing the radiator pressure cap.
• Some reserve coolant to the radiator to cover minor leaks and evaporation or boiling losses.

As the engine cools, a vacuum is formed in the cooling system of both the radiator and engine. Coolant will then be drawn from the coolant tank and returned to a proper level in the radiator.