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Minimum
recommended
pressure cap
13 psi (90 kPa)
Maximum top tank
coolant
temperature
225°F (107°C)
Winterfronts —
Minimum allowed
air passage area
120 in.² (774 cm²)
NOTE
Coolant volumes are dependent on
chassis model and cab/ sleeper heater
options.
Extended Life Coolant
Information on using Extended Life Coolant
(ELC).
Perform these maintenance procedures
according to the Preventative Maintenance
Schedule.
• Conduct coolant maintenance checks
including freeze point, pH, nitrite and
carboxylate tests at least twice
annually to maintain engine
protection.
Nitrited Extended Life Coolant
For nitrited formulations (NOAT), a heavy-
duty extended life coolant that meets
ASTM D6210 and Caterpillar EC-1
specifications must be used.
The change interval for extended-life
coolant containing nitrite and molybdate is
750,000 miles (1,200,000 km) or 12,000
hours of on-road use (8 years or 15,000
hours of off-highway use) on initial fill with
no extender added. The change interval is
1,000,000 miles (1,600,000 km)/20,000
hours/8 years with an extender addition at
500,000 miles (800,000 km)/10,000
hours/4 years.
Nitrite-Free Extended Life Coolant
Nitrite-free organic acid technology coolant
(OAT) may be used if it meets DAF 74002.
The change interval for nitrite free coolant
is 600,000 miles (1,000,000 km) or 6
years, with no extender needed. DO NOT
add coolant extender to nitrite-free coolant.
Follow the coolant supplier's drain/flush/fill/
diluting percentages when servicing a
vehicle filled with nitrite-free coolant.
Additional Recommendations:
• Antifreeze is essential for freeze,
overheat, and corrosion protection.
The use of supplemental coolant
additives (SCAs) is not
recommended for extended-life
coolants.
Recommended Extended Life
Coolant Suppliers
Authorized PACCAR Engine dealer
®
ENGINE MAINTENANCE - Extended Life Coolant
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