KTM 990 Supermoto R USA 2010, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE
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Checking the antifreeze and 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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Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and contact
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 coolant out of the reach of children.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Reset the fuel tank. ( p. 154)
700626-10
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Remove radiator cap

and plug

from the compensating tank.
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Check the coolant antifreeze.
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25…
−
45 °C (
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13…
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49 °F)
» If the coolant antifreeze does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant antifreeze.
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Check the coolant level in the compensating tank.
The coolant level must be between the upper

and lower

marking.
» If the coolant level in the compensating tank does not meet specifications, but the
tank is not empty: