Is it necessary to drain the radiator of all the fluid when replacing the reservoir?
Feb 8, 2020 at 10:04 PM
Radiator reservoir replacement
2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
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Hello,
No. Just get the level lower than the hose that goes from the radiator to the reservoir, or plug the end of the hose with a bolt or something. Take the bolt out when done and reattach the hose. In the diagrams down below I have included the instructions for the removal and installation of the overflow reservoir for your vehicle. It does call for the draining of the coolant, but like I said, just drain so that the coolant level is below the hose and you should be fine.
Thanks,
Alex
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No. Just get the level lower than the hose that goes from the radiator to the reservoir, or plug the end of the hose with a bolt or something. Take the bolt out when done and reattach the hose. In the diagrams down below I have included the instructions for the removal and installation of the overflow reservoir for your vehicle. It does call for the draining of the coolant, but like I said, just drain so that the coolant level is below the hose and you should be fine.
Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros
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Feb 8, 2020 at 10:07 PM
Thanks a bunch. I didn't think so but it's nice to get some pro advise.
Gary
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Feb 9, 2020 at 4:47 AM
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