How To Empty Chevy Silverado 2009 Coolant System?

Park the truck on a level surface and let the engine cool completely

Set the heater controls to full hot

Open the hood and remove the radiator cap only when the engine is cold

Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain area

Locate the radiator petcock at the bottom of the radiator

Open the petcock slowly and drain the coolant into the pan

If equipped, remove the engine block drain plugs to drain more coolant

Open the coolant reservoir cap to help the system drain

Disconnect the lower radiator hose if more complete draining is needed

Allow all coolant to drain fully from the radiator, hoses, and engine

Close the petcock or reinstall the drain plugs after draining

Reconnect any hoses removed

Dispose of used coolant properly at a recycling or service facility

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