Section 35 (Cooling System (H4DOTC)): Radiator: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Outback and 2006 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the coolant filler tank cap, fill the coolant filler tank with engine coolant, then install the tester to the installation position of the cap.
- In the following cases, apply a pressure of 122 kPa (1.2 kg/cm2
, 18 psi) to the radiator.
- There is coolant leaking from the radiator or its vicinity.
- There is coolant leaking from the hoses or connections.
CAUTION:- Inspection must be carried out at the side of coolant filler tank, not at the side of radiator.
- Engine should be turned off.
- Wipe engine coolant from check points in advance.
- Be careful of the spurt of engine coolant when removing the tester.
- Be careful not to deform the filler neck of the coolant filler tank when installing and removing the tester.