Engine Cooling System Inspection


Component Inspection Corrective Action Item Data
Fan drive belts Damage, deterioration, excessive wear, glazing, or looseness Replace if unserviceable. Tighten if loose.
Pressure cap Plugged vacuum vent, damaged seating surfaces, gasket, or locking rims Replace cap if unserviceable System Capacity 25 Quarts
(*NOTE*) Normal wear on locking rims won't affect sealing of the cap, but a bent rim can affect pressure. Vacuum valve spring; pull out on valve head with fingertips to check tension. Should pull out without binding about 1/8 inch and reseat by spring action; replace cap if faulty. Pressure (Cap Setting) 13 psi (PN: 5101957)
Water Pump Damage, leakage, and mounting bolts Replace if unserviceable. Tighten loose mounting bolts. Thermostat
Water pump gasket Evidence of leaks Replace Operating Temperature 177 - 184 Degrees
Pulleys Excessive wear and damage Replace if unserviceable Full-opening temperature 184 Degrees
Dirt or oil in grooves Clean as necessary Fan
Radiator Evidence of leakage and damage Replace if unserviceable Blades 6
Filler neck for corrosion and damage Remove corrosion; replace radiator if damaged Shroud opening 21.25 inches
Filler neck obstruction for overflow hose Remove obstruction Water Pump
Overflow hose condition and secure mounting Repair or replace if unserviceable Impeller 8 Bladed
Radiator coolant hoses Evidence of leakage, damage and deterioration Replace unserviceable hoses Drive belts Matched set (two)
Loose clamps Tighten clamps Lubrication fitting One: Grease every 4,000 miles or 6 months
Oil hoses Evidence of leakage and damage Replace unserviceable hose Radiator Flush periodically: yearly or after long storage
Loose fittings (use wrench to check) Tighten fittings Core
Temperature gauge With engine operating, compare gauge with accurate thermometer at radiator fill neck. Should match within ~10°F. Replace inoperative or out-of-tolerance gauge Tubes 182
Integrity of wiring and connections Repair defective wiring Fins 298
Temperature sender Integrity of wiring and connections Repair defective wiring Thickness 3 inches
Thermostat outlet connector Damage and looseness Tighten if loose. Replace if unserviceable. Area 878 square inches
Deaerator In top tank
Filler Neck Access: Coach aft end, near center
Drain Cock Location: Right bottom of radiator
Transmission Oil Cooler
Plates 6