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    Default Replacing Coolant

    Im in the process of replacing my coolant. I have drained the radiator, and i went to fill it back up with fresh coolant and it overflows straight away, it seems like there is an air lock or something, i only got about 1 litre in there, is there some sort of procedure im meant to follow to allow the coolant to drain through. I have had the engine running and i let it get warm but it still won't flow through.

    Help please!

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    Turn your engine on so that the coolant circulates through the system and gets rid of any air bubbles in the lines. Continue pouring the coolant into your radiator until it is full. You should pour coolant close to the upper neck of your radiator when it is full. Then replace the radiator cap when it is full. Go over to the side of your vehicle where the reservoir is located for your overflow of coolant. Pull the lid up and away, and pour the remainder of your coolant into the reservoir until it reaches the fill line drawn on the side.
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    Thanks for the advice guys, its all good now.

    Cheers!

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