
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem | Possible cause | Remedy | Page
Engine overheats | Fan belts loose or missing | Adjust or replace belts | CH-4
| Dirt, leaves or insects on radiator or condenser | Clean radiator or condenser |
| Hoses, water pump, thermostat housing, radiator, heater, core plugs or head gasket leakage | Repair as necessary |
| Thermostat faulty | Check thermostat | CO-6
| Ignition timing retarded | Set timing | IG-10
| Fluid coupling faulty | Replace fluid coupling | CO-3
| Radiator hose plugged or rotted | Replace hose |
| Water pump faulty | Replace water pump | CO-3
| Radiator plugged or cap faulty | Check radiator | CO-7
| Cylinder head or block cracked or plugged | Repair as necessary |
CHECK AND REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
1. CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
The coolant level should be between the LOW and FULL lines. If low check for leakage and add coolant up to the FULL line.
2. CHECK COOLANT QUALITY
There should not be any excessive deposits of rust or scales around the radiator cap or radiator filler hole, and the coolant should also be free from oil. Replace the coolant if excessively dirty.
3. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
(a) Drain the coolant from radiator and engine drain cocks. (Engine drain is at right rear of engine block.)
(b) Close the drain cocks.
(c) Fill system with coolant.
Use a good brand of ethylene-glycol base coolant, mixed according to the maker's directions.