DRAINING, FLUSHING AND REPLACEMENT OF DIESEL COOLANT
- Open the air bleed valve in the engine coolant outlet (thermostat housing). (Scheme 1)
- Fill the surge tank bottle until coolant comes out of the air bleed valve.
- ON VEHICLES WITH REAR HEATER, close the air bleed valve. Start the engine and bring the engine speed to 2000 RPM for 2 to 3 minutes to flush any air for rear heater. Shut off the engine and open the air bleed valve. Fill the surge tank until coolant comes out the air bleed valve.
- Close the air bleed valve and install pressure cap on the surge tank.
- Monitor the cold coolant level in the surge tank. Add coolant as needed to bring the coolant level to the "Full Cold" mark.
- Verify there are no leaks.
Scheme 1
Note. For more information regarding Diesel Idle Speed Adjustments refer to the ADJUSTMENTS - 6.5L DIESEL article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT
| WARNING | Use caution when checking and/or changing brake pads, some pads may contain asbestos which can irritate eyes and may cause other health hazards. A water based solution should be used to clean brake dust from wheel and brake components. DO NOT use compressed air to blow off brake dust. |