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– Completely fill the radiator with coolant and close it with radiator cap .
– Position the vehicle on a level surface.
– Remove the cap of the compensating tank.
– Add coolant to the compensating tank until the coolant reaches the specified level.
Guideline
The coolant level must be between MIN and MAX.
– Mount the cap of the compensating tank.
24.6Filling the cooling system compensating tank
Warning
Danger of scalding The coolant gets very hot when the motorcycle is driven and is under high pressure.
– Do not open the radiator, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the engine and
cooling system to cool down. If you scald yourself, hold the affected area under cold water immediately.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolants are poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between coolants and skin, eyes and clothing. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and
contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor
immediately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolants out of the reach of children.
Note
Engine damage After draining coolant and refilling the cooling system, the motorcycle must be raised at the front according to the
model type. This is the only way of ensuring that the cooling system is filled without air bubbles. Air in the cooling system can lead to
engine failure.
– Have the coolant changed by an authorized KTM-RC8 workshop.
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– Check the coolant level. ( p. 145)
– Remove the cap of the compensating tank.
– Top up with coolant until the specified coolant level is reached.
Guideline
The coolant level must be between MIN and MAX.
Alternative 1
Coolant ( p. 192)
Alternative 2
Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 192)
– Mount the cap of the compensating tank.
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