MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 80
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Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 116)
– Mount the radiator cap.
13.87Draining the coolant x
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
– Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immedi-
ately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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– Stand the vehicle upright.
– Place a suitable container under the water pump cover.
– Remove screw . Remove radiator cap .
– Completely drain the coolant.
– Mount screw with a new seal and tighten it.
Guideline
Screw, water pump cover M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
13.88Refilling coolant x
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immedi-
ately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
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– Make sure that the screw is tightened.
– Stand the vehicle upright.
– Pour coolant in up to measurement above the radiator fins.
Guideline
10 mm (0.39 in)
Coolant 1.2 l (1.3 qt.) Coolant ( p. 116)
Coolant (mixed ready to use)
( p. 116)
– Refit the radiator cap.
– Make a short test ride.
– Check the coolant level. ( p. 79)
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