1998 Mercury Mystique changing coolant

1998 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
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1998 Mercury Mystique 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic
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How do i bleed my coolant system properly after filling?
Jul 14, 2008 at 4:54 PM
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BLEEDING COOLING SYSTEM

Always bleed air from cooling system after replacing coolant. Set heater for maximum heat. Remove radiator cap. Loosen drain plug and remove drain bolt (if equipped) from engine block. Drain coolant reservoir. Fill coolant reservoir to MAX mark with 50/50 water-coolant mixture. Loosen bleed bolt and fill radiator up to base of filler neck. Close bleed bolt when coolant flows out without bubbles. Tighten bleed bolt. With radiator cap removed, start and operate engine to normal operating temperature. Add coolant if necessary and check for leaks.
Jul 14, 2008 at 4:58 PM
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Jul 14, 2008 at 5:02 PM
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