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Radiator Cap: Inspection

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  1. Attach the radiator cap to tester.
    Fig 1: Attaching Radiator Cap To Tester
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  2. Increase pressure until the tester gauge pointer stops. Radiator cap is functioning properly if it holds the service limit pressure for 5 - 6 seconds.

    Specified pressure: 93 - 123 kPa (0.95 - 1.25 kg/cm 2  , 14 - 18 psi) 

    Service limit pressure: 83 kPa (0.85 kg/cm 2  , 12 psi) 

    CAUTION: Be sure to remove foreign matter and rust from the cap in advance. Otherwise, results of pressure test will be incorrect.