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COOLING SYSTEM
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Warning
Danger of poisoning
Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Coolant must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water immedi-
ately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of children.
Condition
The engine is cold.
Preparatory work
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Main work
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Remove radiator cap
and cap
of the compensating tank.
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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 compensating tank.
The coolant level must be at the
MIN
marking.
» If the coolant in the compensating tank is not at the required level, but the tank is
not empty:
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Add coolant to the
MIN
marking.
Coolant (
» If there is no coolant in the compensating tank:
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Check the cooling system for leaks.