14 COOLING SYSTEM
84
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Check the coolant level. ( p. 82)
14.6 Changing 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.
– Position the motorcycle upright.
– Place an appropriate container under the water pump cover.
F03007-10
–
Remove screw
1
. Take off the radiator cap.
– Completely drain the coolant.
–
Mount and tighten screw
1
with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Drain plug, water
pump cover
M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
F03008-10
–
Make sure that screw
1
is tightened.
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Add coolant to level
A
.
Guideline
Distance
A
above the radia-
tor fins
10 mm (0.39 in)
Coolant 0.7 l (0.7 qt.)
Coolant ( p. 108)
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