Newbie Needs to Flush the Coolant of his 89 740Turbo Wagon

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Old Feb 2, 2009 | 02:37 PM
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Default Newbie Needs to Flush the Coolant of his 89 740Turbo Wagon

Hey all I'm a total car novice. I have a recently purchased 1989 740 Turbo wagon that I want to but that engine sealer stuff into. To do that I have to drain the coolant system and then follow the directions that came with the engine sealer.

Can anyone point me to some simple instructions on how to do this?

Much appreciated!
 
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Old Feb 2, 2009 | 10:02 PM
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Why are you a sealant product? What is it exactly? I am usually suspicious of wonder products.
there is usually a plastic plug some place on the bottom the the radiator. I believe on my 940 (very similar car) it could be opened with a screw driver. This should drain roughly half the fluid. the other half will still be in the engine block itself. When flushing fluid, I usually just keep adding water till it drains out clear, then drain whats in the radiator and add straight coolant.

And if you have any more questons, this is a great place to look. http://www.swedishbricks.net/700900FAQ/FAQSummary1.html
Here are some more specific posts for your problem.....
http://www.swedishbricks.net/700900F...gine%20Coolant
 
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Old Feb 3, 2009 | 08:45 AM
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yeah....sealant additives on a turbo'd car make me nervous too. Mostly because if you need them, then some major repair is in your near future. BHG FTL
 
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