KTM 990 Adventure R USA 2010, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE
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Ignition curve plug-in connector
100554-10
Plug-in connector

is located under the seat close to where the top of the shock absorber
is attached.
By disconnecting the plug-in connector, the ignition curve for fuel with an octane rating
below 95 (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91) is activated. While the engine will have a slightly
lower power output, this setting prevents engine damage by hindering spark knocking due
to poor fuel quality.
Possible states
• Plug-in connector disconnected
–
Fuel with an octane rating of 80 to 94 (RON) can be
used for one tank full.
• Plug-in connector connected
–
Fuel with an octane rating of 95 or higher can be used.
Adjusting the ignition curve to the fuel quality
–
Switch off the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position OFF .
–
Remove the seat. ( p. 76)
To activate the ignition curve for low octane fuel:
Note
Engine damage Low-quality fuel damages the engine.
–
Operate the vehicle with fuel with an octane rating below 95 (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91) for no more than one tank full.
–
The ignition curve must be adjusted to low octane fuel.
–
Disconnect plug-in connector

. (Figure 100554-10 p. 173)
Plug-in connector disconnected
–
Fuel with an octane rating of 80 to 94 (RON) can be used for one tank full. ( p. 173)
Activate the ignition curve for fuel with an octane rating of 95 or higher (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91):
–
Connect plug-in connector

. (Figure 100554-10 p. 173)
Plug-in connector connected
–
Fuel with an octane rating of 95 or higher can be used. ( p. 173)