Section 98 (Cooling): Radiator: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the radiator cap, top off radiator, and then attach the tester to radiator in place of cap.

Fig 1: Applying Pressure To Radiator Check
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Apply a pressure of 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm² , 23 psi) to the radiator to check if:
1. Engine coolant leaks at/around radiator.
2. Engine coolant leaks at/around hoses or connections.
CAUTION:
- Engine should be off.
- Wipe engine coolant from check points in advance.
- Be careful to prevent engine coolant from spurting out when removing the tester.
- Be careful also not to deform the filler neck of radiator when installing or removing tester.