Radiator flush

[Traqem]

Had a clamp Come loose on my 2021 Tracker 800SX and had to re-fill with creek water.  Trying to drain it now but can’t find the drain plug.  Manual is no help.  Anyone have an answer

[TapBoss]

Removing radiator  starts on p103, may just be able to unhook lower hose and flush.

2021_Service_Manual_TRACKER_800SX_2263-005.pdf

[Traqem]

Thanks for the post but when I tried to open the doc, I get the same thing as I got when I searched for the service manual - attachment not available.  Any chance you could briefly summarize where it says to go to drain the coolant?

[Traqem]

Oh and I did remove hose at the lowest point of the front end and drained but pretty sure that didn’t drain much because it took less than a gallon to fill when it should take 1.5 gal. 

[TapBoss]

That's odd, I just clicked on the box in my message and it popped right up.  Quite a few steps in removing, if you want to message me your email I"ll send it that way.

[TapBoss]

Was able to cut/paste.

RADIATOR Removing 1. Remove the hood; then remove the two cap screws securing the inner portion of the front fenders and the grille

2. Gently lift up on the front fenders where it meets the grille to gain access to the upper headlight cap screw; then remove the upper headlight cap screw; then repeat for other side.

3. Loosen and slide back the lower radiator hose clamp on the passenger side; then using a suitable clamp, clamp the hose to minimize coolant leakage; then disconnect the lower hose from the radiator; then loosen and slide back the upper radiator hose clamps on the driver side; then using suitable clamps, clamp the hoses to minimize coolant leakage; then disconnect the upper hoses.

4. Remove the two cap screws and lock nuts securing the radiator bracket to the frame; then remove the radiator bracket from the vehicle; then disconnect the radiator fan electrical connection. Discard lock nuts. Inspect cap screws and replace if damaged.

5. Lift the radiator assembly from the vehicle. Account for two upper and two lower rubber mounting grommets. Cleaning and Inspecting 1. Flush the radiator with water to remove any contaminants. 2. Inspect the radiator for leaks and damage. 3. Inspect all hoses for cracks and deterioration. 4. Inspect all fasteners and grommets for damage or wear.

[Traqem]

Thanks very much.  I’ve tried numerous times on different devices to download that and it has never worked.  Maybe something  in my IP but I appreciAte your help.  

[TapBoss]

No problem, hope you get it cleared out.