CF MOTO CF500-5, Service Manual

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Inspection of Cooling System
Check initially at 50 hours or 500km, replace coolant
every 2 years.
Check radiator, reservoir tank and water hoses.
Leakage or Damage: Replace
Check coolant level by observing the upper and the
lower limit on the reservoir tank.
If the level is below lower limit, fill coolant until the
level reaches the upper limit.
Replacing Coolant
-Remove radiator cap1 and reservoir tank cap2.
-Place a pan below water pump, and drain coolant by
removing drain plug3 and water hose4.
-Drain coolant from reservoir tank.
Warning !
-Do not open radiator cap when engine is hot, you
may be injured by escaping hot liquid or vapor.
-Engine coolant is harmful. If coolant splashes in your
eyes or clothes, thoroughly wash it away with water
and consult a doctor. If coolant is swallowed, induce
vomiting and get immediate medical attention.
-Keep coolant away from reach of children
-Clean radiator with fresh water, if necessary.
-Connect water hose4 and tighten drain bolt3 securely.
-Fill the specified coolant into the radiator.
-Loosen bleed bolt5 on water pump, when coolant flow
from bleed bolt, tighten the bolt. Install radiator cap
1securely after filling coolant.
-Start the engine and keep it running for several
minutes. After warm up and cooling down the engine,
open radiator cap and check coolant. Fill the speci-
fied coolant until the level is between the upper and
lower lines on the reservoir tank.
Caution:
Repeat the above procedures several times and make
sure the radiator is filled with coolant and air is
discharged.
Inspection of Cooling System