TM 5-3810-300-24&P-3
5 COOLING SYSTEM
Fig. 1-Typical Cooling System with Radiator Fan
Engine Coolant
ings, and oil cooler housing) is shown in the following
The function of the engine coolant is to absorb the heat,
chart.
developed as a result of the combustion process in the
cylinders, from the component parts such as exhaust
COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITY CHART
valves, cylinder liners, and pistons which are surrounded
(Basic Engine)
by water jackets. In addition, the heat absorbed by the
oil is also removed by the engine coolant in the oil-to-
ENGINE
CAPACITY (Gallons)
water oil cooler. Refer to Section 13.3 for coolant
recommendations.
6-71
5 1/2
Cooling System Capacity
The capacity of the basic engine cooling system (cylinder
To ascertain the complete amount of coolant in the
block, cylinder head, thermostat hous-
cooling system, the additional capacity of the radiator,
hoses, and accessories such as a heater must
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