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RADIATOR CLEANING Clean radiator fins are necessary for good heat transfer. The radiator and air conditioning fins INSPECTION Inspect the radiator side tanks for cracks, broken or missing fittings also inspect the joint where the Inspect radiator core for corroded, bent or missing cooling fins. Inspect the core for bent or damaged COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING/FLUSHING CLEANING CAUTION: Internal radiator pressure must not exceed 138 kPa (20 psi) as damage to radiator may Reverse flushing of cooling system is the forcing of water through the cooling system. This is done using (1) Drain cooling system. Remove thermostat hous- ing and thermostat. Install thermostat housing. (2) Connect a suitable cooling system flusher and follow instructions supplied with flusher. INSPECTION After performing a flush procedure, inspect all hoses, clamps and connections for deterioration and TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER CLEANING For cooler flushing procedure, refer to Group 21, Transaxle. Clean debris from cooling fins on external (air-to- oil) cooler as necessary. INSPECTION Inspect all hoses, tubes, clamps and connections for leaks, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary. Use Inspect external coolers for leaks, loose mounts, or damage. Replace as necessary. ADJUSTMENTS BELT TENSION GAUGE METHOD For conventional belts and Poly-V belts, use belt tensioning gauge Special Tool 7198 to obtain proper Adjust the belt tension for a New or Used belt as prescribed in the Belt Tension Chart. Fig. 36 Cooling System Pressure Cap 1 – OVERFLOW NIPPLE BELT TENSION CHART ACCESSORY DRIVE BELTS GAUGE 2.5L ENGINE Air Conditioning New Belt: 667 N (150 lbs.) Power Steering Pump Used Belt: 356 N (80 lbs.) JX COOLING SYSTEM 7 - 27 CLEANING AND INSPECTION (Continued) |