KTM 450 SX-F, Owner'S Manual

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15 COOLING SYSTEM
108
Finishing work
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Install the engine guard. ( p. 50)
15.6 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.
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.
Preparatory work
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Remove the engine guard. ( p. 50)
F03772-10
Main work
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Position the motorcycle upright.
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Place an appropriate container under the water pump cover.
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Remove screw
1
. Take off radiator cap
2
.
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Completely drain the coolant.
F03773-10
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Mount and tighten screw
1
with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Screw, water pump
cover M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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Pour coolant in up to level
A
above the radiator fins.
Guideline
Distance
A
above the radi-
ator fins
10 mm (0.39 in)
Coolant 0.95 l (1 qt.) Coolant ( p. 138)
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Mount the radiator cap.
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Go for a short test ride.
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Check the coolant level. ( p. 106)