Radiator On-Vehicle Cleaning
CHECK FINS FOR BLOCKAGE
Radiator -- On-Vehicle Cleaning |
1. CHECK FINS FOR BLOCKAGE |
Check that the radiator and condenser are not blocked with leaves, dirt, or insects. Clean the hose connections.
If the fins are blocked, wash them with water or a steam cleaner.
- NOTICE:
- If the distance between the steam cleaner and core is too close, the fins may be damaged.
- Keep the following injection distance.
- Standard injection distance:
Injection Pressure Condition
| Specified Condition
|
2,942 to 4,903 kPa (30 to 50 kgf/cm2, 427 to 711 psi)
| 300 mm (11.81 in.)
|
4,903 to 7,845 kPa (50 to 80 kgf/cm2, 711 to 1,138 psi)
| 500 mm (19.69 in.)
|
- If the fins are bent, straighten them with a screwdriver or pliers.
- Never apply water directly onto the electronic components.
Dry the fins with compressed air.