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The radiator cleaning tool is designed to remove deposits of sand, oil, clay, and other

debris from the radiator cooling fins while installed in the vehicle. The cleaning agent

may be a water solution of one part detergent to five parts water, or nontoxic,

nonflammable solvent and water. A solution of detergent and water is recommended.

4 Connect radiator cleaning tool to air supply and insert hose in container of solution.

5 Insert cleaning tool through shroud cover opening (57). Saturate front and back of radiator with solution. Soak

for approximately 10 minutes.

6 Remove heavy deposits from face of radiator by brushing with medium stiff brush that will not damage fins.

7 Blast radiator exterior with air/liquid mixture, holding head of tool approximately 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) from face of

radiator. Alternate from back to front until good flow of liquid over radiator fins is observed over entire area.

8 Wash engine parts and exterior of radiator with clean water. Remove hose from container and use air to

complete task.

9 Uncover engine openings. Install radiator shroud cover (43) with eight screws (42). Close hull drains.

NOTE

If overheating still occurs, notify support maintenance.

FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:

Install engine exhaust grille (para 4-5)

Install exhaust deflector (para 4-5)

Install radiator fan access door (para 4-5)

Install right front grille assembly (para 4-5)

Install right transmission access door (para 11-7)

Close air intake grille (para 11 -8)

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