14 COOLING SYSTEM
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14.7 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 components 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.
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– Position the motorcycle upright.
– Place a suitable container under the water pump cover.
–
Remove screw
1
. Take off radiator cap
2
.
– Completely drain the coolant.
–
Mount and tighten screw
1
with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Screw, water pump
cover
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
14.8 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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