ENGINE/COOLING WATER LEVEL INSPECTION/
COOLING WATER REPLACEMENT
3-6
EC350011
ENGINE
CC
CAUTION:
• The cooling system is filled with coolant
at the factory to prevent rusting. Be sure
to replace coolant with soft water before
riding.
• Take care so that coolant does not splash
on painted surfaces. If it splashes, wash it
away with water.
EC352000
COOLING WATER LEVEL INSPECTION
W
Do not remove the radiator cap
1
, drain
bolt and hoses when the engine and radia-
tor are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam
may be blown out under pressure, which
could cause serious injury.
When the engine has cooled, place a thick
towel over the radiator cap, slowly rotate
the cap counterclockwise to the detent.
This procedure allows any residual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissing sound
has stopped, press down on the cap while
turning counterclockwise and remove it.
CC
CAUTION:
Hard water or salt water is harmful to the
engine parts. You may use distilled water, if
you can’t get soft water.
1. Place the machine on a level place, and
hold it in an upright position.
2. Remove:
• Radiator cap
3. Check:
• Cooling water level
a
Cooling water level low
≥
Add cooling
water.
1
Radiator
INSP
ADJ
EC354013
COOLING WATER REPLACEMENT
W
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot.
1. Remove the lower cowl.
2. Place a container under the radiator hose.
