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Cooling System Flush: (Approx:- 7 Ltrs)

* Remove the under engine cover then pull off the bottom radiator hose.
* Remove the thermostat then put the housing back on without the thermostat.
* Remove the top rad hose at the rad end.
* Switch on the ignition, turn the heater control to full hot then switch off the ignition.
* Stick a garden hose in the top rad hose removed earlier using a cloth to make a bit of a seal then let rip with the water until what runs out the bottom hose looks nice and clean.
* Use the same method to flush the rad through, sticking the hose in the top pipe outlet.
* Once everything is flushed out stick the old, or preferably new thermostat back in and re attach all the hoses.
* Fill up slowly until you can't get any more in using fresh coolant.
* Once full, leave the cap off and start the engine.
* The level will likely drop straight away so add more and keep doing so until any trapped air is out.
* Once its settled, stick the cap back on and let the engine come up to full temperature, making sure its not overheating.
* Then switch off and let the car fully cool down again before doing a final check on the level.





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