for refrigeration- 5 years
5 years
Follow the small hose from the radiator. It goes to the recovery tank.
u put it in recovery tank if need it only!
All hoses on the recovery tank go to the radiator.
coolant recovery tank? Mount recovery tank in location as to not interfere with any engine moving or heat producing parts - perhap on fender well or firewall. Take overflow tube from radiator neck to bottom of recovery tank Fill recovery tank with coolant Run overflow from recovery tank to atmosphere making sure it does not interfere with any moving engine parts
When all the coolant in the radiator and coolant tank heats up the volume will increase and force it's way through the weakest point which would probbaly be the cap on the recovery tank - if you have filled the recovery tank to the maximum you had better take half of it out.
to the coolant recovery tank if so equipped - if no coolant recovery tank then not connected to anything - just an overflow
The radiator cap on a 2001 Chevy Tahoe is the clear plastic one on the recovery tank. The recovery tank is actually a pressurized part of the cooling system.
Radiator full and coolant recovery tank filled to mark Radiator full and coolant recovery tank filled to mark
You should have a pumper inspect your system to determine if the accumulation of solid waste is too high and needs to be removed. You should not inspect the tank yourself since the gasses that accumulate in the tank can be lethal. The cost of a professional septic tank inspection can vary widely, depending upon where you live and what size and type of septic tank you have. It may be best to call the manufacturer of your specific septic tank or visit their website to determine the price range of such an inspection.
Coolant is fluid that flows through a device in a vehicle to prevent overheating, The coolant level sensor is located on the bottom side of the coolant recovery tank.
Normal antifreeze levels in the coolant recovery tank are around the half way point. This is usually marked with an Full or F on the side.