RADIATOR FILLER CAP AND RELIEF VALVE REPLACEMENT

TM 5-2410-233-23

RADIATOR FILLER CAP AND RELIEF VALVE REPLACEMENT

THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS

Radiator Filler Cap: Replacement

Relief Valve: Removal, Installation

INITIAL SETUP

Materials/Parts

Tools and Special Tools

Gasket (7)

Tool kit, general mechanic's (Item 112, WP 0185

References

Shop equipment, common no. 1 (Item 94, WP 0185

Equipment Condition

Engine OFF and cool (TM 5-2410-233-10)

WARNING

DO NOT service cooling system unless engine has been allowed to cool down. This is a pressurized cooling sys-

tem and escaping steam or hot coolant will cause 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 any pressure out of cooling system, then remove cap. Failure to follow this warning may

cause serious burns.

Wear effective eye, glove and skin protection when handling coolants. Failure to do so may cause injury.

RADIATOR FILLER CAP REPLACEMENT

Remove filler cap (1) from radiator.

Inspect gasket (2) in filler cap (1). If gasket is dam-

aged, replace.

Install filler cap (1) on radiator and tighten securely.

Start engine and check filler cap (1) for coolant leaks.

Pressure test radiator as needed to verify cooling sys-

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tem does not leak (WP 0061 00).

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