How to Replace Coolant

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Wait at least 10 minutes after the engine is turned off before replacing coolant. The coolant temperature remains dangerously high immediately after driving and can cause burns. Check all pipes for signs of leakage or cracks, and inspect the five-way water pipe. If there's any coolant leakage, replace the hose or resecure the connection as needed. Use a jack to lift the vehicle. Loosen the radiator drain plug with a wrench and collect the old fluid in a waste container. Cover the expansion tank cap with a thick towel and slowly loosen it until pressure is fully released before completely removing the cap. Use compressed air blower or apply pressure with a thick towel at the expansion tank filler neck to purge residual coolant from the engine block. Then fill with new coolant up to the maximum level mark.