Radiator

[ursnick]

Just bought a used 2001 Expedition. We love it.

I noticed the radiator fluid was brownish color so I want to flush it and replace it.

I am not mechanically inclined, but i am sure i can do it myself as I have on other cars.

Problem: I don't find instructions in the manuel.

Where is the plug to drain the old fluid?

Any other advise on this would be greatly appreciated.

 

[monsta]

Crawl underneath and look at the bottom of the radiator. There should be a drain **** on the bottom towards one of the ends.

You could always just pull the lower hose. It is a bit messier but a lot quicker. Plus if that fragile drain **** breaks...well...

Check out an Auto Parts store or Wal-Mart for a DIY flush kit. It may come in handy. It'll help you flush out all the crappy fluid (and possibly sediment) that a simple drain and re-fill would miss.

Good luck!

 

[ursnick]

Appreciate it, I will do that.

Mahalow (sp?)

Nick