3. ENGINE
3-
1000 Models
1. Install a hose pincher on both radiator hoses
LARGE HOSE PINCHER
(P/N 520 032 500)
1. Install hose pincher from LH side
2. Install hose pincher from RH side
2. Drain remainder of cooling system, refer to
PERIDOC MAIN PROCEDURES subsection.
3. Remove Oetiker clamps that secure hoses to
thermostat.
4. Remove thermostat.
1. Clamps
2. Thermostat
Thermostat Test
To check thermostat, put it in water and heat the
water.
THERMOSTAT OPENING TEMPERATURE
Replace thermostat if it does not begin to open at
specified temperature.
Check if gasket is brittle, hard or damaged. lf so,
replace gasket.
Thermostat Installation
800R Models
For installation, reverse the removal procedure Pay
attention to the following.
THERMOSTAT COVER INSTALLATION
LOCTITE
243 (BLUE)
(P/N293800060)
on screws
6N·m± 0.6N·m
(53lbf·in±5lbf·in)
1000 Models
Reverse removal procedures.
All Models
Refill cooling system.
Bleed cooling system, refer to PERIDOC MAIN
PROCEDURES subsection.
NOTICE The cooling system must be bled as
specified.
Check for coolant leaks.
RADATIR
Radiator inspection
Check radiating fins for clogging or damage.
Remove insects, mud or other obstructions with
compressed air or low pressure water.
Radiator Removal
1. Install a hose pincher on both radiator hoses.
LARGE HOSE PINCHER
(P/N 520 032 500)