Ford Focus anti freeze/bleed radiator

Car: Ford Focus
Variant: 1.8td
Model Year: 2001

Categories: Engine & Drivetrain

on my 01 focus 1.8td, how exactly do i bleed the radiator after i drain it and add antifreeze?? how long does it take? i do not have a clue at all so any help if greatly appreciated,

Posted: Oct 13, 2011 (13 years ago)

spok6280

Points: 32

Normally no need to bleed cooling system ,should self bleed .Make sure you have heater control set to hot and run car till heater blows hot , thereby coolant circulating o.k and thermostat open .Check level again when engine cold and top up if needed . Hope this helps you .

Posted Oct 13, 2011 (13 years ago)

whittingehame

Points: 38,685

thanks i will try it, but my heater is playing up atm, rarely blows out hot air

Posted Oct 13, 2011 (13 years ago)

spok6280

Points: 32

thanks i will try it, but my heater is playing up atm, rarely blows out hot air

Posted Oct 13, 2011 (13 years ago)

spok6280

Points: 32

carry out as per the first solution given,may be worth changing thermostat if heater not blowing very hot may be stuck open slightly