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    coolant change

    on with changing the coolant today got most of the old stuff out but want to know if there is a drain somewhere on engine to allow me to drain the coolant from the block, pics would be good or failing that a clear guide to where i need to be looking thx also any tips for flushing would be much appreciated

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    There is a small plug in the block itself. Located at back of block, it's kinda near the oil pressure sensor under the manifold, obviously above the sump.

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    guess access is from under the car m8 will take a look cheers

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wobba
    There is a small plug in the block itself. Located at back of block, it's kinda near the oil pressure sensor under the manifold, obviously above the sump.
    Not to my knowledge?


    Mat.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MatBrown
    Quote Originally Posted by Wobba
    There is a small plug in the block itself. Located at back of block, it's kinda near the oil pressure sensor under the manifold, obviously above the sump.
    Not to my knowledge?


    Mat.
    ah thats why i couldnt see it, anyway job done nice new coolant tank and fresh renault type d coolant plus new oil filter and oil change

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    Come and do mine if u like...

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    Quote Originally Posted by LEIGH-ANNE
    Come and do mine if u like...
    no probs happy too, looks nice with the new tank fitted

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    Quote Originally Posted by busterhymes
    Quote Originally Posted by LEIGH-ANNE
    Come and do mine if u like...
    no probs happy too, looks nice with the new tank fitted
    guess its an uncle schakal special than ?
    pics ,vids ,links ?? :P

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    Quote Originally Posted by schakal
    Quote Originally Posted by busterhymes
    Quote Originally Posted by LEIGH-ANNE
    Come and do mine if u like...
    no probs happy too, looks nice with the new tank fitted
    guess its an uncle schakal special than ?
    pics ,vids ,links ?? :P
    sure is unks will see bout some pics of new tank with lovely green stuff installed

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    arrr bless ya, nearly rung u other day.

    Id be intrested in the pics too


 

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