Pressure Test
Pressure TestWARNING: Never remove the coolant pressure cap under any circumstances while the engine is operating. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
1. Switch the engine OFF.
2. Open the hood and install protective fender covers.
3. Carefully remove the coolant pressure cap from the coolant expansion tank to relieve pressure from the cooling system. Add coolant to the coolant expansion tank as necessary.
4. Install the cooling system Pressure Tester adaptor tightly to the coolant expansion tank.
5. Attach the pressure pump and gauge to the adapter fitting and Pressurize the cooling system to 100 kPa (14.5 psi).
6. Observe the gauge reading for approximately two minutes. The pressure should not drop during this time.
7. Release the system pressure by slowly loosening the cooling system Pressure Tester adaptor. Check the coolant level and replenish as necessary with the correct coolant solution.
8. Conduct the pressure cap Pressure Test in this section.