KTM 450 XC, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolants are poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact between coolants and skin, eyes and clothing. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.
Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolants out of the reach of children.
600125-11
Condition
The radiator must be completely full.
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The coolant level

must be between MIN and MAX .
» If the level of the cooling liquid does not meet specifications:
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Open the compensating tank cover

and correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
Coolant ( p. 194)
Alternative 2
Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 194)
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Mount the compensating tank cover

.
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Draining coolant
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Warning
Danger of scalding The coolant gets very hot and is under high pressure when the vehicle is driven.
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Do not open the radiator, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the engine and cool-
ing system to cool down. If you scald yourself, hold the affected area under cold water immediately.