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Engine Coolant Checks

Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every

12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where

applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or

rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,

flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-

freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser and

radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty,

clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose

vertically down the face of the condenser and radiator.

Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-

ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection

at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for

leaks.

With the engine at normal operating temperature (but

not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for

proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of

engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.

If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-

freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery

bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE

CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.

Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill

If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a

considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a

reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough

rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly

dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.

Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the

proper maintenance intervals.

Selection Of Coolant

Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-

ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-

ine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type.

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Dodge 2010 Dakota User Manual Page 353