NOTE: The manufacturer recommends using Motorcraft SuperPlus Antifreeze ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) or its equivalent.
NOTE: Do not mix coolants of different colors or brands. If you need to add coolant but do not know the brand of coolant in the system, replace all the coolant in the cooling system.
NOTE: Use only products from proven manufacturers. Remember that using low-quality coolant leads to expensive engine repairs!
NOTE: Before starting work, place the vehicle on a level surface.
WARNING: Check the coolant level only when the engine is cold.
WARNING: Coolant is toxic, so take precautions when handling it.
WARNING: Do not fill the reservoir above the "MAX" mark, as the volume will increase when the engine is running.
WARNING: When starting the engine, the expansion tank cap must be tightly closed.
USEFUL TIP: Always monitor the coolant level. A sudden decrease or increase should be a signal for an immediate inspection of the engine cooling system.
USEFUL TIP: If the freshly poured antifreeze suddenly and unexpectedly quickly changed color to brown, it means you were sold a fake, to which they "forgot" to add corrosion inhibitors. Replace the liquid as quickly as possible before it has time to corrode the cooling system.
The expansion tank is installed in the engine compartment on the right side.
1. The coolant level must be between the "MAX" and "MIN" marks on the wall of the expansion tank.
2. To add fluid, unscrew the expansion tank cap…
3. …add coolant to the required level…
4. …and tighten the expansion tank cap tightly.
WARNING: Make sure the expansion tank cap is tightly screwed in. When the engine is running, the expansion tank is under pressure and a loose cap may leak coolant or tear off the cap.
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