It flushes out old coolant and particulates which have formed in your cooling system.
Just flushing the radiator, no but to flush the system, yes.
Rust and sediment can accumulate in the cooling system. Flushing the radiator helps keep the cooling system clean.
leave it off while flushing & while filling it up with water & anti freeze the first time, leave cap off, crank car then fill rest of way. you should see burp bubbles.
"Flushing" a radiator is recommended when the coolant has passed its recommended service life or has been mixed with other fluids. Most manufacturers have outlined in the owners manual when it should done as maintenance.
Yes, it is
To flush the radiator of a Toyota Town Ace diesel, first ensure the engine is cool and then drain the old coolant by opening the radiator drain plug. Next, fill the radiator with a flushing solution or clean water and run the engine for about 10-15 minutes with the heater on full to circulate the fluid. Afterward, turn off the engine, let it cool, and drain the flushing solution. Finally, refill the radiator with fresh coolant, ensuring the mixture is appropriate for your vehicle.
following this link to see a picture of it. they are used in automotive application with radiator flushing machines http://www.sherco-auto.com/hose.htm
If you have odors coming from the engine area you probably have something leaking be it oil, engine coolant or exhaust. If the engine is overheating, a radiator flush may or may not help because there are several reasons why it could be overheating. Take it to a trusted mechanic for diagnoses.
Mineral sludge from tap water. A good radiator flushing will help and then use proper coolant to help keep the sludge building up and blocking the radiator.
Remove the bottom radiator hose. Put a garden hose into the top of the radiator. Allow the garden hose to run until the water coming out of the bottom of the radiator is clear.
The manufacturer recommends flushing the radiator every 30,000 miles. The radiator should be flushed once every two years regardless of the miles.
Could be a clogged heater core, stuck thermostat, sensor or relay ( if ur car has electronics). Radiator may need flushing . Worse case, combination of noted possibilities. Good Luck. Inspector F.H.