KTM 125 XC-W EU 2017 - 3.5 Removing the fuel tank

3 WORK 17
V00342-10
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Mount and tighten screws

.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
3.5 Removing the fuel tank
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
– Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
– Switch off the engine for refueling.
– Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
– If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
– Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
– Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
– Do not inhale fuel vapors.
– In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
– Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
– Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
– Keep fuels correctly in a suitable canister, and out of the reach of children.
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 16)
V00350-10
Main work
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Turn handle

of the fuel tap to the OFF position.
– Pull off the fuel hose.
Info
Remaining fuel may flow out of the fuel hose.
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Remove screws

with the collar bushings.
(All EXC/EXC Six Days models)
– Hang the horn and horn bracket to one side.
V00351-10
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Remove screw

with the rubber bushing.
– Remove the tube from the fuel tank breather.