KTM 990 Adventure AUS/UK 2009, Owner'S Manual

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Position the vehicle as shown and secure it against rolling. Height difference
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must
be reached.
Guideline
Height difference
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50 cm (19.7 in)
To make sure that all of the air can escape from the cooling system, raise the
front of the vehicle. A poorly bled cooling system is less effective at cooling and
the engine can overheat.
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Pour in coolant until it emerges without bubbles at the vent hole, and then mount and
tighten the bleeder screw immediately.
Coolant ( p. 198)
Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 198)
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Fill the radiator completely with coolant. Mount the radiator cap.
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Lean the vehicle on the side stand.
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Check the coolant level in the compensating tank. ( p. 141)
Exhaust gases are poisonous and can result in
unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation,
and do not start or run the engine in a closed space without an effective
exhaust extraction system.
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Start the engine and run it until it reaches operating temperature.
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