How to Install a Coolant Flush Kit

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It's important to flush out your coolant system every few years. Over time, particles in your antifreeze can clog up your cooling system, leading to overheating and engine damage. Luckily, flushing your radiator and changing your coolant is easy with a flush and fill kit. We'll walk you through the process of doing a coolant flush so you can keep your ride running smoothly.

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Part 1
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Tee Attachment and Flush Preparation

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    Loosen the radiator cap to release any pressure still left, and then re-tighten.
    • Many newer cars have the cap on the coolant reservoir instead of the radiator itself, but, on certain cars, there may be no radiator cap at all. In this case, emit the pressure by loosening the thermostat cap.
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    Elevating the car on ramps may help the process. [1]
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    The heater inlet hose usually runs between the firewall and the top of the radiator. This may be done using a clamp and a couple of screws. [2]
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Attach the Coupler and Back Washing

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    Attach a coupler to the flushing tee to prevent backwash.
    • The black part should attach to the tee and the yellow part should attach to a garden hose. On cars with no radiator cap (or reservoir cap), flush by disconnecting the upper radiator hose.
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    A cleaning solution may have also been provided in the antifreeze flush kit. [3]
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Refill

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    Some leakage of water and diluted antifreeze will come out of the tee. [4]
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    Replace your radiator cap and run your car for 10 minutes after it reaches its running temperature.
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    Add more as needed. [5]
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    How do I flush the engine block?
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    First, open the thermostat housing. There is a bolt attached to the engine block, you're going to have to look for it, where the block meets the oil pan. Look around on the block below the exhausts. When refilling, make sure to flush all the air out of the system.
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      Warnings

      • Do not open the radiator cap while engine is hot. A spray of hot antifreeze can severely burn you.
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      • Dispose of old antifreeze properly. Anti-freeze tastes sweet and can cause severe poisoning or even death if swallowed. [6]
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      Things You'll Need

      • Coolant Flush Kit
      • Dump pan or bucket
      • Clamp and screws
      • Garden hose


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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.dummies.com/home-garden/car-repair/how-to-safely-jack-up-your-vehicle/
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jcjwQXUiiM
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8YZF5cW7-A
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrD5VIBj1wk
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEdtHZwLKZ8
      6. ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-dispose-of-antifreeze/

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