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Old 01-27-2017, 02:07 PM   #1
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The correct way to refill one of these systems is under vacuum to prevent getting an air pocket, which you apparently have.
Thanks. What makes you think I have an air pocket?

Is there anyplace localni can get one of those airlift tools?

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Thanks. What makes you think I have an air pocket?

Is there anyplace localni can get one of those airlift tools?
Amazon is about the cheapest, local tool outlets are going mark it up significantly.

Simple: When you go to refill, the system seems full before all the coolant is in; either you didn't get everything out, or there is an air pocket stopping the process. A very common problem on these cars.
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Amazon is about the cheapest, local tool outlets are going mark it up significantly.
Cool. Unfortunately I need the car for this weekend
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Amazon is about the cheapest, local tool outlets are going mark it up significantly.

Simple: When you go to refill, the system seems full before all the coolant is in; either you didn't get everything out, or there is an air pocket stopping the process. A very common problem on these cars.
Did I do everything correctly to get the fluid out?

And btw thanks for your patience/help.
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Did I do everything correctly to get the fluid out?

And btw thanks for your patience/help.
Realistically, you can only get about 85% or so of the coolant out in a gravity drain. Getting more out requires substantial effort for minimal results.
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