Degas Bottle

Removal

1.  WARNING: Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

   Release the pressure in the cooling system by slowly turning the pressure relief cap one half turn counterclockwise. When the pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.

2. General Equipment: Hose Clamping Pliers.
   Extract the fluid with a syringe.
   General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer.
   • To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

2. Fill the degas bottle. For additional information, refer to Supercharger Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding for the recommended coolant mixture and fill level.