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6 . When finished , carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order .
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9-6 . Engine Overheating
WARNING
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Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down . When the engine is hot , the coolant is under pressure . Removing the cap while the engine is still hot could release a spray of boiling hot coolant , which could burn you very seriously .
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CAUTION
If the engine overheats , the engine speed or the vehicle speed may be reduced . Stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately .
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Turn off the engine and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down .
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NOTE
For details about how to check the coolant level or how to add coolant , refer to “ Engine Coolant ” FP468 .
1 . Keep the engine running at idling speed .
2 . Open the hood to ventilate the engine compartment . Refer to “ Engine Hood ” FP462 .
3 . Confirm that the cooling fan is turning . If the fan is not turning , immediately turn off the engine and contact your authorized dealer for repair .
4 . After the engine coolant temperature has dropped , turn off the engine . If the temperature gauge stays in the overheated zone , turn off the engine .
5 . After the engine has fully cooled down , check the coolant level in the reserve tank . If the coolant level is below the “ LOW ” mark , add coolant up to the “ FULL ” mark .
6 . If there is no coolant in the reserve tank , add coolant to the reserve tank . Then remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with coolant .
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