GAS GAS MC 85 2023, Owner'S Manual

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COOLING SYSTEM 14
87
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
14.5 Checking the antifreeze and coolant level
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling system components if the engine or the cooling
system are at operating temperature.
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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.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is harmful to health.
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Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
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Do not allow coolant to come into contact with the skin, the eyes and clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and consult a doctor immediately if coolant gets into the eyes.
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Change clothing if coolant spills onto your clothing.
Condition
The engine is cold.
400243-10
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Remove the radiator cap.
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Check the antifreeze in the coolant.
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25 …
−
45 °C (
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13 …
−
49 °F)
» If the antifreeze in the coolant does not match the specified
value:
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Correct the antifreeze in the coolant.
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Check the coolant level in the radiator.
Coolant level
A
above the
radiator fins
10 mm (0.39 in)
» If the coolant level does not match the specified value:
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Correct the coolant level.
Coolant ( p. 117)
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Mount the radiator cap.