TM 5-3805-248-23-1
CHANGING COOLANT
THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS
Draining, Flushing, Refilling
INITIAL SETUP
Materials/Parts - Continued
Maintenance Level
Unit
Rag, wiping (Item 35, WP 0339 00)
Tools and Special Tools
References
Tool kit, general mechanic's (Item 113, WP 0338
Shop equipment, common no. 1 (Item 101, WP
TB 750-651
TM 5-3805-248-10
Materials/Parts
Equipment Condition
Antifreeze (Item 4 or 5, WP 0339 00)
Cleaning compound, solvent (Item 8, WP 0339 00)
Crankcase guard removed (WP 0201 00)
DRAINING
WARNING
DO NOT service cooling system unless engine has been allowed to cool down. This is a pressurized
cooling system and escaping steam or hot coolant may cause serious burns.
DO NOT remove cooling system radiator cap when engine is hot. Allow engine to cool down. Loosen
cap to first stop and let any pressure out of cooling system, then remove cap. Failure to follow this
warning may cause serious burns.
Wear effective eye, glove and skin protection when handling coolants. Failure to do so may cause
injury.
Immediately wipe up any spills. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury.
