Northern Lights M38C3 / M944 — Cooling System Flushing
Maintenance
For the Northern Lights M38C3 / M944, from the Northern Lights operator's manual.
Applies to: Northern Lights M38C3, Northern Lights M944
Before you start
- Close sea-cock before working on cooling system.
Procedure
- Flush cooling system every 2000 hours or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
- Remove fill cap and open drains on engine block.
- Pour clean water into engine until water runs clear.
- Close drains and refill with recommended coolant mixture.
- Use 50% water / 50% maximum ethylene glycol antifreeze mix.
- Check hoses and connections and repair leaks.
- Start engine, run five minutes, shut down, let cool, and check coolant level.
- Open sea-cock after working on cooling system and starting engine.
Specs & values
- Coolant capacity approximately 3 gal. (11.4 liters)
Full service-parts list: Northern Lights M38C3 →, Northern Lights M944 →
Source: Northern Lights operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.