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TM 5-3805-298-23-2
FIELD MAINTENANCE
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ENGINE COOLANT SERVICE
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Draining, Filling
INITIAL SETUP
Personnel Required
Tools and Special Tools
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Tool Kit, General Mechanic's
Two
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(WP 0431, Item 162)
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References
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Gloves, Rubber (WP 0431, Item 63)
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Pan, Drain (WP 0431, Item 89)
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Goggles
Equipment Conditions
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Machine parked (TM 5-3805-298-10)
Materials/Parts
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Antifreeze, Permanent, Ethylene Glycol, Inhib-
Estimated Time to Complete
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ited (WP 0430, Item 1)
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2.5 Hr
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Rag, Wiping (WP 0430, Item 27)
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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 result in 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 pressure out of cooling system, then remove cap.
Wear effective eye, hand, and skin protection when handling coolants.
Engine coolant used in the performance of maintenance can be very slippery. Immediately
wipe up any spills.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in death or injury to personnel.
NOTE
Cooling system capacity is 11.1 gal (42.0 L).
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