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Coolant Replacer Method

Evacuation
The following steps are used to evacuate the cooling
system using the coolant replacer tool, Part Number
2892459.

Note : When the vehicle/equipment or engine is

equipped with a quick disconnect fitting in the
cooling system package, the Coolant Replacer
Method is the preferred method for coolant
removal. Use the coolant replacer tool, Part
Number 2892459. If the vehicle/equipment or
engine does not have a quick disconnect fitting
presently installed, one can be installed in the
cooling system package to utilize the Coolant
Replacer Method; otherwise the coolant drain and
fill method must be used.
Position the equipment on level ground.

 WARNING 
Do not remove the pressure cap from a hot engine.
Wait until the coolant temperature is below 50°C
[120°F] before removing the pressure cap. Heated
coolant spray or steam can cause personal injury.

 CAUTION 

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Do not use the coolant replacement tool to evacuate

contaminated coolant or a system that is suspected
of contamination. This could result in cross
contamination of coolant. The coolant drain method
should be used for removing contaminated coolant.
Refer to the manufacturer’s manual for specific
instructions on cleaning the tool of contaminants.

Note : See equipment manufacturer service

information for special coolant drain requirements.
Special instructions may also be located near the
cooling system access point or fill door on the
vehicle.
Isolate the engine from the vehicle cooling system by
closing coolant flow valves to the equipment heating
systems before starting the repair. This will prevent the
heater circuit from draining, minimizing the chance for air
pockets to be present during the fill process.

This air can be very difficult to purge in some

applications with several feet of plumbing and multiple
heater cores.

Remove the radiator cap.

 WARNING 
Coolant is toxic. Keep away from children and pets.
If not reused, dispose of in accordance with local
environmental regulations.

The coolant replacement tool tank capacity of 68 liters

[18 gal] is adequate for most applications. An additional
storage tank can be used for cooling system packages
with more than 68 liters [18 gal] capacity.

Be sure there is no air pressure in the coolant

replacement tool tank by opening the pressure relief
valve (1) located on the control block of the coolant
replacement tool.

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Connect the coolant replacement tool to a shop air

supply regulated at 621 kPa [90 psi].

Switch the coolant replacement tool control lever (1) to

“VAC” and leave the service hose valve (2) closed. This
will create a vacuum in the tank to evacuate coolant
from the cooling system package.

Monitor the gauge (3) and build a vacuum of

approximately 508 mm-Hg [20 in-Hg] in the coolant
replacement tool tank. Once the vacuum has been
achieved, move the control valve lever (1) to the middle
position.

Maintain approximately a 508 mm-Hg [20 in-Hg] vacuum

to achieve a faster drain.

Attach the fill hose quick disconnect coupling (1) of the

coolant replacement tool to the quick disconnect fitting.
Location of the fitting may vary between OEMs, but the
fitting is generally located in the lowest point of the
vehicle/equipment cooling system package.

Note : Most Volvos are equipped with a different

style fitting located in the radiator. An adapter
hose is needed to connect the Cummins® coolant
replacement tool to the fitting. The adapter hose is
included in the accessory kit.

Open the service hose valve (1) by turning it clockwise

until it is completely open (approximately ¼ turn).

Additional shop air may be required to maintain enough

of a system vacuum to remove the coolant from the
system. This can be done by moving the control valve
lever (2) back to the VAC position.

When the cooling system has been evacuated, a coolant

and air mixture will be visible in the clear section of the
coolant replacement tool fill hose.

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Note : Some residual coolant will settle in the

coolant package as the recessed areas of the
block continue to drain down over the next few
minutes.
Once the system has been evacuated, turn the service
hose valve (1) to the closed position by turning the valve
counterclockwise ¼ turn. Disconnect the shop air
connection from the coolant replacer tool.

Disconnect the fill hose quick disconnect coupling (2) on

the coolant replacement tool from the quick disconnect
fitting.

Injection

 CAUTION 
The cooling system must be filled properly to
prevent air locks or serious engine damage can
result.

The following steps are used to inject coolant into the

cooling system using the coolant replacer tool, Part
Number 2892459.
Note : When the vehicle/equipment or engine is
equipped with a quick disconnect fitting in the
cooling system package, the Coolant Replacer
Method is the preferred method for coolant
removal. Use the coolant replacer tool, Part
Number 2892459. If the vehicle/equipment or
engine does not have a quick disconnect fitting
presently installed, one can be installed in the
cooling system package to utilize the Coolant
Replacer Method; otherwise the coolant drain and
fill method must be used.

Cummins Inc. recommends the use of either a 50/50

mixture of good quality water and fully-formulated
antifreeze, or fully-formulated coolant when filling the

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cooling system. The fully-formulated antifreeze or

coolant must meet TMC RP329 or TMC RP330
specifications.

Good quality water is important for cooling system

performance. Excessive levels of calcium and
magnesium contribute to scaling problems, and
excessive levels of chlorides and sulfates cause cooling
system corrosion.

Water Quality
Calcium Magnesium Maximum 170 ppm as
(Hardness) (CaCO3 + MgCO3)
Chloride 40 ppm as (Cl)
Sulfate 100 ppm as (SO4)
Cummins Inc. recommends the use of Fleetguard® ES
COMPLEAT™. It is available in glycol forms (ethylene
and propylene) and complies with TMC RP329 and
RP330 standards.

Refer to Cummins® Coolant Requirement and

Maintenance, Bulletin 3666132,
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engine coolant specifications.

 CAUTION 
Opening the manual bleed valve or removing the
pipe plug on applicable installations is critical.
Failure to do so can result in engine damage.

Note : Some applications can have a manual

bleed valve or pipe plug that is required to be
opened to properly fill the system. The upper
radiator pipe is a common location.
If applicable, open the manual bleed valve or remove the
pipe plug before filling the cooling system.

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Be sure there is no air pressure in the coolant

replacement tool tank by opening the pressure relief
valve (1) located on the control block of the coolant
replacement tool.

Connect the coolant replacement tool to a shop air

supply regulated at 621 kPa [90 psi].

Attach the fill hose quick disconnect coupling (1) of the

coolant replacement tool to the quick disconnect fitting
located in the vehicle/equipment cooling system
package.

With the service hose valve (2) in the closed position,

switch the coolant replacement tool control lever (3) to
“P” and build 172 kPa [25 psi] pressure on the gauge.

Slowly open the service hose valve (2) part way by

turning it counterclockwise approximately 1/8 turn.

Do not open the ball valve completely as this will

increase the coolant flow rate and increase the amount
of air pockets created in the cooling system; This will
provide a more complete injection of coolant.

Fill the cooling system with coolant to the bottom of the

fill neck in the radiator fill or recovery/expansion tank or
until the coolant replacer tool is empty (whichever occurs
first).

On applications that use a coolant recovery system,

check to make sure the coolant is at the appropriate
level in the coolant recovery tank for the engine
temperature.

Many coolant recovery/expansion tanks, also called

auxiliary tanks, have sight glasses or are made of a
clear material (not shown) to aid in checking the coolant
level without removing the radiator cap.

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It is important to understand the impact of temperature

on the expansion of the coolant. Most top tanks do not
have a provision for a "FULL HOT" coolant level. Filling
the "top tank" while hot will result in a low operating level
once the system has cooled.

 CAUTION 
The cooling system must be filled properly to
prevent air locks or serious engine damage can
result.

Note : If all coolant drained from the system was

collected, the same volume or more must go back
into the system. If any drained coolant remains in
the tool after filling, this is an indication of an air
pocket in the cooling system package which must
be purged before returning the vehicle to service.
Note : Top off of coolant might be necessary for
repairs that were performed to correct a coolant
loss issue.
If all coolant drained from the system would not return to
the system or the level is above the maximum level. This
is an indication of an air pocket in the cooling system
package, which must be purged before returning the
vehicle to service.

To remove an air pocket from the cooling system, the

coolant replacement tool can be used. Refer to the
vacuum section of this procedure.

Once the coolant level has been returned to the correct

level, close the service hose valve (1) by turning the
valve clockwise until it is closed.

Remove pressure from the coolant replacement tool

tank by opening the pressure release valve on the back
of the control block (2).

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Disconnect the service hose quick disconnect coupling

(3) from the quick disconnect fitting of the
vehicle/equipment.

Vacuum
The following steps are used to place a vacuum on the
cooling system using the coolant replacer tool, Part
Number 2892459.

Be sure there is no air pressure in the coolant

replacement tool tank by opening the pressure relief
valve (1) located on the control block of the coolant
replacement tool.

Clamp off any vent hoses/connections or overflow to the

cooling system.

Attach the coolant dam handle (1) to the fill hose of the
coolant replacement tool.

Attach the appropriate size coolant dam rubber adapter

(1) onto the coolant dam handle.

The size of the fill neck will differ between OEMs.

Choose the appropriate sized coolant dam rubber
adapters.

Connect the coolant replacement tool to shop air

regulated at 621 kPa [90 psi].

Place the coolant dam over the coolant fill neck in the
radiator or overflow tank.

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The size of the fill neck will differ between OEMs.

Choose the appropriate sized coolant dam rubber
adapters.

Switch the coolant replacement tool control lever (1) to

“VAC” and leave the service hose valve (2) closed. This
will create a vacuum in the tank to evacuate coolant
from the cooling system package.

Monitor the gauge (3) and build a vacuum of

approximately 508 mm-Hg [20 in-Hg] in the coolant
replacement tool tank.

Slowly open the service hose valve (2) by turning it

clockwise until it is completely open approximately ¼
turn.

Once the cooling system is put into a vacuum, any air

trapped in the cooling system will be evacuated through
the top of the system. This is noticed as air bubbles
through the overflow tank or top of the radiator.

When air bubbles are no longer being drawn to the top

of the cooling system move the control lever to the
middle position. Remove the vacuum on the coolant
replacement tool tank by opening the pressure relief
valve located on the control block of the coolant
replacement tool (1).

Remove the coolant dam from the radiator fill neck or

overflow tank.

Disconnect the coolant replacement tool from the

regulated shop air supply.

Install the radiator cap.

Drain

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 WARNING 
Do not remove the pressure cap from a hot engine.
Wait until the coolant temperature is below 50°C
[120°F] before removing the pressure cap. Heated
coolant spray or steam can cause personal injury.

Remove the pressure cap.

 WARNING 
Coolant is toxic. Keep away from children and pets.
If not reused, dispose of in accordance with local
environmental regulations.

Drain the cooling system by opening the drain valve on

the radiator and by opening the drain valve on the
bottom of the engine oil cooler housing. A drain pan with
a capacity of 57 liters [15 gal] is adequate in most
applications.

After the cooling system is completely drained, close the

drain valves. See equipment manufacturer service
information for complete cooling system drain
information.

Check for damaged hoses and loose or damaged hose

clamps. Replace as required.

Check the radiator for leaks, damage, and buildup of

dirt.

Clean and replace as required.

Fill

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 CAUTION 
Opening the manual bleed valve on applicable
installations is critical. Failure to do so can result in
engine damage.

Note : Some applications can have a manual

bleed valve that is required to be opened to
properly fill the system. The upper radiator pipe is
a common location for bleed valves. The
illustration is for reference only.
If applicable, open the manual bleed valve before filling
the cooling system.

Once filled, close the manual bleed valve.

 CAUTION 
The system must be filled properly to prevent air
locks or serious engine damage can result. During
filling, air must be purged from the engine coolant
passages. Be sure to open the petcock on the
aftercooler for aftercooled engines. Wait 2 to 3
minutes to allow the air to be vented; then add the
mixture to bring the coolant level to the top.

 CAUTION 
During all coolant fill procedures, all coolant flow
valves to equipment heating systems must be
opened in order to purge air from those systems as
well as from the base engine cooling system. These
valves must remain open during the engine cooling
system deaeration process. Make sure adequate
coolant levels are maintained in the coolant
reservoir during the entire fill procedure. Special
care must be taken when filling EGR cooler
equipped engines to make sure all air is purged
from the cooling system or serious engine damage
can result.

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 CAUTION 
Never use water alone for coolant. This can result in
damage from corrosion.

The system has a designed fill rate of up to 19 liters [5

gal] per minute.

Refer to Procedure 018-018 in Section V.

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Flush
Fleetguard® Restore™ is a heavy-duty cooling system
cleaner that removes corrosion, silica gel, and other
deposits. The performance of Fleetguard® Restore™ is
dependent on time, temperature, and concentration
levels. An extremely scaled or flow-restricted system, for
example, can require higher concentrations of cleaners,
higher temperatures, longer cleaning times, or the use of
Restore Plus™. Up to twice the recommended
concentration levels of Fleetguard® Restore™ can be
used safely. Fleetguard® Restore Plus™ must be used
only at its recommended concentration level. Extremely
scaled or fouled systems can require more than one
cleaning.

 CAUTION 
Fleetguard® Restore™ contains no antifreeze. Do
not allow the cooling system to freeze during the
cleaning operation.

 CAUTION 

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Opening the manual bleed valve on applicable

installations is critical. Failure to do so can result in
engine damage.

Note : Some applications can have a manual

bleed valve that is required to be opened to
properly fill the system. The upper radiator pipe is
a common location for bleed valves. The
illustration is for reference only.
If applicable, open the manual bleed valve before filling
the cooling system.

Once filled, close the manual bleed valve.

 WARNING 
Do not stand near the surge tank or radiator while
operating the engine with the pressure cap off. If
the vehicle is equipped with a fill door on the side of
the surge tank, keep it closed due to coolant
expansion.

 CAUTION 
Fleetguard® Restore™ contains no antifreeze. Do
not allow the cooling system to freeze during the
cleaning operation.

 CAUTION 
Opening the manual bleed valve on applicable
installations is critical. Failure to do so can result in
engine damage.

 CAUTION 
The system must be filled properly to prevent air
locks or serious engine damage can result. During
filling, air must be purged from the engine coolant

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passages. Make sure to open the petcock on the

aftercooler for aftercooled engines. Wait 2 to 3
minutes to allow the air to be vented; then add the
mixture to bring the coolant level to the top.

Note : Some applications can have a manual

bleed valve that is required to be opened to
properly fill the system. The upper radiator pipe is
a common location for bleed valves. The
illustration is for reference only.
If applicable, open the manual bleed valve before filling
the cooling system.

Once filled, close the manual bleed valve.

Note : Add 3.8 liters [1 gal] of Fleetguard®,

Restore™, Restore Plus™, or equivalent for each
38 to 57 liters [10 to 15 gal] of cooling system
capacity.
Fill the cooling system to the capacity or level stated in
the OEM service manual.

Use plain water.

Open all coolant flow valves to equipment heating

systems. See the OEM service manual for valve
locations.

Wait 2 to 3 minutes, without starting the engine, to allow

the coolant level to stabilize.

Add plain water to bring the level back to FULL.

Turn all cab heater switches to HIGH in order to allow

maximum coolant flow through the heater core(s). The
blower does not have to be ON.

With the pressure cap off:

• Operate the engine at LOW IDLE for 2 minutes.

• Shut the engine OFF and add plain water to bring
the level back to FULL.

With the pressure cap off:

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• Operate the engine at LOW IDLE for 1 minute to

allow adequate oil pressure to build throughout the
engine.
• Operate the engine at HIGH IDLE until the
thermostat opens.

Operate the engine at low idle 2 minutes before shutting

it down. This allows adequate cool down of pistons,
cylinders, bearings, and turbocharger components.

Shut the engine OFF and check the coolant level

according to the OEM service manual recommendations
and add coolant, if necessary, to bring it back to the
FULL level.

Install the pressure cap.

 WARNING 
Do not remove the pressure cap from a hot engine.
Wait until the coolant temperature is below 50°C
[120°F] before removing the pressure cap. Heated
coolant spray or steam can cause personal injury.

 WARNING 
Coolant is toxic. Keep away from children and pets.
If not reused, dispose of in accordance with local
environmental regulations.

Operate the engine at normal operating temperatures, at

least 85°C [185°F], for 1 to 1 ½ hours.

Shut the engine OFF allow to cool to 50°C [122°F], and

drain the cooling system.

 WARNING 

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Do not stand near the surge tank or radiator while

operating engine with the pressure cap OFF. If the
vehicle is equipped with fill door on the side of the
surge tank, keep it closed due to coolant expansion.

Remove the pressure cap.

Fill the cooling system to the capacity or level stated in

the OEM service manual.

Open all coolant flow valves to equipment heating

systems. See the OEM service manual for valve
locations.

Wait 2 to 3 minutes without starting the engine to allow

the system to naturally purge entrained air and the
coolant level to stabilize.

Add plain water to bring the level back to FULL.

Turn all cab heater switches to HIGH in order to allow

maximum coolant flow through the heater core(s). The
blower must be turned ON.

With the pressure cap off:

• Operate the engine at LOW IDLE for 2 minutes.

• Shut the engine OFF and add plain water to bring
the level back to FULL.

With the pressure cap off:

• Operate the engine al LOW Idle for 1 minute to

allow adequate oil pressure to build throughout the
engine.
• Operate the engine at HIGH Idle until the thermostat
opens.

Continue to operate the engine at HIGH idle for 5

minutes with the coolant temperature above 85°C [185°
F].

Allow the engine to idle 2 minutes before shutting it

down. This allows adequate cool down of pistons,
cylinders, bearings, and turbocharger components.

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 WARNING 
Do not remove the pressure cap from a hot engine.
Wait until the coolant temperature is below 50°C
[120°F] before removing the pressure cap. Heated
coolant spray or steam can cause personal injury.

 WARNING 
Coolant is toxic. Keep away from children and pets.
If not reused, dispose of in accordance with local
environmental regulations.

Shut the engine OFF. Allow it to cool to 50°C [122°F],

and drain the cooling system.

If the water being drained is still dirty, the system must

be flushed again, until the drained water is clean.

Last Modified: 30-Nov-2016

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