15 COOLING SYSTEM 93
15.7 Draining the coolant
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
– Do not open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling system components if the engine or the cooling system are
at operating temperature.
– Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other compo-
nents of the cooling system.
– In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is toxic and a health hazard.
– Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
– Do not allow coolant to come into contact with the skin, the eyes and clothing.
– Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
– Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and consult a doctor immediately if coolant gets into the eyes.
– Change clothing if coolant spills onto your clothing.
Condition
The engine is cold.
– Position the motorcycle upright.
– Place a suitable container under the water pump cover.
S01292-10
(TC 125)
–
Remove screw
. Take off radiator cap
.
– Completely drain the coolant.
–
Mount and tighten screw
with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Drain plug, water pump cover M6 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
S01293-10
(TC 250, TX 300)
–
Remove screw
. Take off radiator cap
.
– Completely drain the coolant.
–
Mount and tighten screw
with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Screw, water pump cover (TC 250) M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
Screw, water pump cover (TX 300) M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
15.8 Refilling with coolant
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is toxic and a health hazard.
– Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
– Do not allow coolant to come into contact with the skin, the eyes and clothing.
– Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
– Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and consult a doctor immediately if coolant gets into the eyes.
– Change clothing if coolant spills onto your clothing.
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