Caution: NEVER spray water on a hot heat exchanger. The resulting steam could cause personal injury.
Important: The radiator and A/C condenser should be kept clean for proper system performance. Cleaning is recommended at least once a year.
Inspect the front surface of the radiator and A/C condenser. Insects, leaves, debris, etc. can affect the performance of the radiator and A/C condenser.
If the front surface of either or both of these components is found to be in need of cleaning, the unwanted material can be removed by performing the following:
- Ensure that the engine is OFF and cool.
- Blow compressed air through the radiator from the rear surface of the radiator toward the front of the vehicle.
- Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing .
If compressed air is not available, use a water hose to force water through the radiator from the rear surface of the radiator toward the front of the vehicle.
Important: To help ensure proper cooling system pressure performance, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
