Honda SH300I 2006, Manual

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COOLING SYSTEM
7-3
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
Using coolant with silicate inhibitors may cause premature wear of water pump seals or blockage of radiator passages.
Using tap water may cause engine damage.
• Add coolant at the reserve tank. Do not remove the radiator cap except to refill or drain the system.
• All cooling system services can be done with the engine in the frame.
• Avoid spilling coolant on painted surfaces.
• After servicing the system, check for leaks with a cooling system tester.
• For coolant temperature gauge/ECT sensor information (page 22-14).
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE VALUES
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can allow the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
ITEM SPECIFICATIONS
Coolant capacity Radiator and engine 1.1 liter (1.2 US qt, 1.0 lmp qt)
Reserve tank 0.2 liter (0.2 US qt, 0.2 lmp qt)
Radiator cap relief pressure 108 – 137 kPa (1.1 – 1.4 kgf/cm
2
, 16 – 20 psi)
Thermostat Begin to open 80 – 84
°
C (176 – 183
°
F)
Fully open 95
°
C (203
°
F)
Valve lift 4.5 mm (0.18 in) minimum
Standard coolant concentration 1:1 mixture with distilled water
Water pump impeller 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 9 lbf·ft) Left-hand threads
Cooling fan motor mounting bolt 8.5 N·m (0.9 kgf·m, 6.3 lbf·ft)