KTM F4303U1, Owner'S Manual

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16 COOLING SYSTEM
92
Condition
The engine is cold.
F00855-10
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Remove cap
1
of the compensating tank.
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Check the antifreeze in the coolant.
−
25 …
−
45 °C (
−
13 …
−
49 °F)
» If the antifreeze in the coolant does not match the speci-
fied value:
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Correct the antifreeze in the coolant.
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Check the coolant level in the compensating tank.
The coolant level must be between the two markings.
» If the coolant level does not match the specified value:
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Correct the coolant level.
Coolant ( p. 118)
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Mount the cap of the compensating tank.
F00856-11
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Remove radiator cap
2
.
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Check the antifreeze in the coolant.
−
25 …
−
45 °C (
−
13 …
−
49 °F)
» If the antifreeze in the coolant does not match the speci-
fied value:
–
Correct the antifreeze in the coolant.
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Check the coolant level in the radiator.
The radiator must be filled completely.
» If the coolant level does not match the specified value:
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Check the coolant level and the reason for the loss.
Coolant ( p. 118)
» If you had to add more coolant than the specified amount:
> 0.20 l (> 0.21 qt.)
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Fill/bleed the cooling system. ( p. 94)
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Mount the radiator cap.
16.3 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 open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling system components if the engine or the
cooling system are at operating temperature.
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Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you open the radiator, the radiator hoses
or other components of the cooling system.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.