Yes, but that's the easiest way. Either that or loosen lower hose or use a turkey baster to draw some off.
draining a radiator of a mitsubishi space wagon
* With the engine cold remove the radiator cap * Move a large container under to catch the coolant as you drain it * Drain the radiator by opening the drain plug at the bottom on the left side
The radiator drain plug on a Chevrolet Corsica is the lowest, skinniest hose on the back of the radiator. The radiator cap will have to be removed to allow for fast draining after this hose is removed.
It will be on the very bottom of the radiator either the left or right side. If you do not see a drain plug it might not have one. If it does not have one it requires you to remove the lower radiator hose to drain the radiator.
Yes, but if you don't drain it down below the level of the upper hose coolant will run everywhere when you remove the hose.
No, you typically do not need to pull the radiator on a 1991 GMC Z71 to change the drain plug. The drain plug is usually located on the engine block, and you can access it without removing the radiator. However, ensure you have enough clearance and consider draining some coolant beforehand to avoid spills.
To drain the radiator on a 2001 GMC Sonoma, first ensure the engine is cool and then locate the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. Place a drain pan under the radiator, open the drain plug, and allow the coolant to fully drain out. After draining, close the plug securely, and refill the radiator with fresh coolant. Be sure to dispose of the old coolant properly, as it is toxic.
The drain plug is located on the lower part of the radiator on the drivers side. It is a plastic wing nut style that faces the driver. You'll have to lie on the ground with your head in front of the drivers side front wheel to see it. It is difficult to turn for draining, and to tighten when finished draining. I recommend pulling off a hose to drain the radiator instead.
To drain the radiator of a 2008 Kia Sorento, first ensure the engine is cool and then locate the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. Place a drain pan underneath and open the drain plug to allow the coolant to flow out. After draining, close the plug and refill the radiator with the appropriate coolant mixture. Always dispose of the old coolant properly, as it is toxic.
To drain the radiator on a 2009 Ford with a 5.4L engine, first ensure the engine is cool and then locate the radiator drain plug, usually found at the bottom of the radiator. Place a drain pan underneath, open the drain plug, and allow the coolant to fully drain out. After draining, close the drain plug securely and refill the radiator with the appropriate coolant mixture. Always dispose of the old coolant properly.
To drain the radiator on a Renault Laguna, first ensure the engine is cool and the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Locate the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator and place a container underneath to catch the coolant. Open the drain plug and allow the coolant to flow out completely. After draining, close the plug securely and refill the radiator with fresh coolant as needed.
I assume you want to change out the water pump and would like to know if you can do it without draining the radiator. You will lose approximately all the coolant in the radiator reservoir when you remove the radiator hose from the water pump. If the coolant is in good, clean condition, it might be wise to drain the radiator into a container and re-use the coolant.