POWER PACK AR 8X9762 - Caterpillar

Personal injury can result from hot coolant, steam and alkali.At operating temperature, engine coolant is hot and under pressure. The radiator and all lines to heaters or the engine contain hot coolant or steam. Any contact can cause severe burns.Remove cooling system pressure cap slowly to relieve pressure only when engine is stopped and cooling system pressure cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.Do not attempt to tighten hose connections when the coolant is hot, the hose can come off causing burns.Cooling System Coolant Additive contains alkali. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Open the engine compartment. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Access Doors and Covers".
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Remove the cooling system pressure cap slowly in order to relieve pressure.
Inspect the cooling system pressure cap for foreign material, for deposits, and for damage. Clean the cooling system pressure cap with a clean cloth. If the cooling system pressure cap is damaged, replace the cooling system pressure cap.
Install the cooling system pressure cap.
Close the engine compartment.