KTM 200 DUKE 2021, Owner'S Manual

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COOLING SYSTEM 16
85
G04935-10
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Loosen bleeder screw
2
.
Guideline
3 turns
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Tilt the vehicle slightly to the right.
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Pour in the coolant until it emerges without bubbles at the
bleeder screw, and then mount and tighten the bleeder screw
immediately.
Coolant ( p. 107)
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Completely fill the radiator with coolant. Mount the radiator
cap.
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Rest the vehicle on the side stand.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
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Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
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Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
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Start the engine and allow it to warm up.
G05016-10
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Stop the engine and allow it to cool down.
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When the engine is cool, check the coolant level in the radiator
and, if necessary, add coolant.
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Remove the cap of compensating tank
3
and top up the
coolant level up to the
MAX
marking.
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Mount the cap of the compensating tank.
Finishing work
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Fit the front spoiler. ( p. 57)
16.6 Changing the coolant
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.