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Radiator Cap Pressure

  1. Remove the pressure cap.
  2. Wash the pressure cap sealing surface with water.
    Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Cap Testing Tools
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  3. Use the J 24460-01  (1) with J 42401  (2) in order to test the pressure cap.
  4. Test the pressure cap for the following conditions:
    • Pressure release when the J 24460-01  exceeds the pressure rating of the pressure cap.
    • Maintain the rated pressure for at least 10 seconds.

      Note the rate of pressure loss.

  5. Replace the pressure cap under the following conditions:
    • The pressure cap does not release pressure which exceeds the rated pressure of the cap.
    • The pressure cap does not hold the rated pressure.