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Cylinder Block Drain Plug
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Radiator drain plug
When draining the coolant, the vehicle must be on a level, level surface.
Coolant type - Antifreeze A-40
Attention! Change the coolant only when the engine is cold.
Attention! Coolant is toxic! Be careful when working with her.
Attention! Before unscrewing the plugs, place containers under the engine and radiator to drain the liquid.
Attention! When starting the engine, the cap of the expansion tank must be closed!
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The fluid level in the tank must be between the marks "MIN" And "MAX".
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1. Loosen the bolts securing the crankcase protection and remove it.
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2. Open the hood and remove the expansion tank cap.
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3. Open the heater tap by moving the handle on the instrument panel to the right as far as it will go.
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4. Unscrew the radiator drain plug, after substituting a container under it.
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5. Unscrew the drain plug of the cylinder block, after substituting a container under it. Wait until the liquid is completely drained, then wrap the plugs.
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6. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the heating hose from the carburetor fitting.
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7. Fill the expansion tank with coolant until it starts to flow out of the carburetor fitting. Reinstall the hose and tighten the clamp.
8. Fill with liquid to the required level. Start the engine and let it idle for 2-3 minutes to remove air pockets from the cooling system. Check for signs of leakage in the system. Stop the engine, check the level again and add fluid to the reservoir if necessary.