KTM 65 SX 1999, Owner'S Manual

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14 COOLING SYSTEM
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14.3 Checking the coolant level
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
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 imme-
diately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If fuel is swal-
lowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of
children.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
400243-10
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Remove the radiator cap.
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Check the coolant level in the radiator.
Coolant level

above the radiator
fins
10 mm (0.39 in)
» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level.
Coolant ( p. 81)
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Mount the radiator cap.
14.4 Draining the coolant
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
–
Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
–
Coolant must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water imme-
diately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If fuel is swal-
lowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of
children.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
H00119-10
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Position the motorcycle upright.
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Place a suitable container beneath the water pump cover.
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Remove screw  . Remove the radiator cap.
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Completely drain the coolant.
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Mount and tighten screw  with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Drain plug, water pump cover M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)