GM 11562588
Drain Plug

The first step to replace the radiator drain plug is to drain the entire cooling system. Begin by following this step to remove the drain plug from the radiator while turning it counterclockwise and extracting it directly out. The plug and its seal will typically separate together. The user needs to thoroughly clean both drain components. The installation process requires placing the seal onto the drain plug stem before screwing the drain plug clockwise direction until the body fully rests in the side tank. Finally, fill the cooling system.

The first task before radiator drain plug replacement is to drain all cooling system content. Start by removing the radiator drain plug through counterclockwise rotation followed by straight-forward extraction after observing how the seal remains attached to the plug. Clean the drain opening as well as the drain plug material. The installation process begins by setting the drain plug seal onto the drain plug stem before screwing the drain plug clockwise and verifying that the body stands completely inside the side tank. Finally, fill the cooling system.

The process of Radiator Drain Plug replacement begins with counterclockwise drain cock rotation to open it followed by removing the stem from within the Radiator body. You should either clean or replace the stem and seal according to requirement. Reinstall the stem inside the Radiator body after which you should rotate the drain clockwise to shut the drain cock.

The first step in servicing the Radiator Drain Plug requires the ge-47716 vac n fill coolant refill tool (GE-47716) to drain the Radiator. The Drain Plug of the Radiator end tank needs to be unscrewed and users need to remove and discard the o-ring. The service of the Drain Plug for the Radiator requires you to install a new o-ring followed by Drain Plug insertion through the end tank drain hole while tightening it to specification. Finally, fill the Radiator.

Installation of the surge tank cap before draining prevents full system collapse but small coolant amounts will drain anyway. Start the installation by removing the drain plug from the radiator end tank followed by using a flat-bladed tool to gently separate the plug from its mounting position in the end tank. Install the new drain plug into the end tank drain hole by using the same flat-bladed tool for tightening.

Service and repair of the Radiator Drain Plug begins with draining coolant from the Radiator system. One should remove the Radiator Drain Plug (Radiator Drain Plug) with its seal which comes off as one unit. You should first remove the body of the Drain Plug by disengaging the locking tabs from the side tank before cleaning both components. Place the seal on the Drain Plug stem before installing the Drain Plug by ensuring that the body fits totally into the side tank with locking tabs in place. You must then check for leakage while filling your cooling system.

The first step to change the radiator drain plug requires vehicle elevation and support methods. You need to set a drain pan beneath the right side lower radiator mount and detach the radiator drain cock. Install the radiator drain cock before tightening it by hand only. Lower the vehicle to complete the system fill using correct Static Fill and (GE 47716 Fill) draining and filling procedures. Proceed with caution when working with the radiator coolant since it heats above boiling point pressure and opening the surge tank cap while the system is at full pressure and heat means explosive boiling which leads to severe injuries.

When servicing the radiator drain plug drivers need to start by draining the cooling system. Begin the radiator drain plug procedure by extracting first the plug and its attached seal. Proceed by using your fingers or needlenose pliers to unhinge the plug locking tangs from the drain side tank. Clean all parts of the drain and the drain plug. Begin by positioning the seal onto the drain plug stem before installing the drain plug while making sure both the side tank receives full body seating and the locking tangs are properly fit. The cooling system requires filling before performing leak inspections.

Start the Radiator Drain Plug replacement by draining the cooling system according to your specific automobile model methods. Begin by unscrewing the Radiator drain cock from the drain area then remove the drain cock completely while pulling gently at the drain side tank. The drain cock seal should be removed from the drain cock opening. Install the drain cock after placing its seal onto the stem of the drain cock before securing the drain cock through complete insertion of its body into the side tank of the Radiator. Fitting the Radiator drain cock back into the Radiator should be followed by proper system filling procedures for your specific vehicle model.

The first step to replace the Radiator Drain Plug starts with raising and supporting the vehicle. Next, drain the cooling system. Begin by rotating the drain cock counter direction until its metal pin reaches the Radiator opening slot. After this position is achieved pull the drain cock in a straight direction out of the Radiator. Insert the metal pin of the drain cock into the opening slot of the Radiator before pushing the drain cock straight into the slot. You should finish the installation by filling the cooling system after securing the drain cock with a clockwise turn until it seats completely.

A cooling system drain is necessary before replacing the radiator drain plug. You must both drain the cooling system and remove the radiator drain plug along with its attached seal. The drain plug assembly with its attached seal can be removed by using your fingers or needle nose pliers to unlock the locking tangs on the side tank. A thorough cleaning must be done to both the drain outlet and drain plug. Install the drain plug by putting the seal on its stem and hand-fitting the plug into the drain plug stem while making sure the plug body locks properly into the side tank through its tangs. To finish you should fill the cooling system before looking for fluid leakage.

Carefully remove the radiator drain cock, ensuring to avoid any pressurized coolant that may escape.

Use the GE-477161617 Vac N Fill Coolant Refill Tool to drain the radiator.

Use your fingers or needle nose pliers to disengage the locking tangs from the side tank.

Unscrew the radiator drain cock from the radiator and remove it from the radiator side tank with a firm tug.

Screw the radiator drain cock back into the radiator and fill the cooling system.

Clean both the drain and the drain plug.