16 COOLING SYSTEM
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K01211-10
–
Loosen screw
2
and wait until coolant escapes without bub-
bles.
–
Mount and tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Bleeder screw, cylin-
der head
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
V00379-10
–
Completely fill the radiator with coolant.
Coolant ( p. 144)
–
Mount radiator cap
3
.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
– Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
– Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
– Allow the engine to warm up and cool down again.
Finishing work
– Check the coolant level. ( p. 112)
16.6 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.
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