Volvo Penta — Coolant. Draining
Maintenance · Cooling system
From a Volvo Penta operator's manual covering: EDC 4, TAD722GE, TD520GE, TD720GE. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Volvo Penta TAD722GE, Volvo Penta TD520GE, Volvo Penta TD720GE
Before you start
- Do not open the filler cap when the engine is warm, except in emergencies
Procedure
- Stop the engine and unscrew the filler cap
- Open the drain taps and remove drain plugs
- Unscrew and empty the coolant filter if installed
- Check that all coolant really does drain out
Specs & values
- Drain plugs under radiator, beside cyl. 3 or cyl. 5, under oil cooler; vent tap on coolant pump
Source: Volvo Penta 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.