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4. Install the front body panel and rack (see Steer-
ing/Frame/Controls section).
5. Fill the cooling system with the recommended
amount of antifreeze. Check for leakage.
6. Connect the fan wiring to the main wiring harness.
THERMOSTAT
Removing
1. Drain approximately one quart of coolant from the
cooling system.
2. Remove the two cap screws securing the thermostat
housing to the mounting bracket. Remove the ther-
mostat housing cover and account for an O-ring and
a thermostat.
Inspecting
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is nec-
essary.
1. Inspect the thermostat for corrosion or spring damage.
2. Using the following procedure, inspect the thermo-
stat for proper operation.
A. Suspend the thermostat in a container filled with
water.
B. Heat the water and monitor the temperature with a
thermometer.
C. The thermostat should start to open at 71-86° C
(160-187° F).
D. If the thermostat does not open, it must be
replaced.
3. Inspect all coolant hoses, connections, and clamps
for deterioration, cracks, and wear.
NOTE: All coolant hoses and clamps should be
replaced every four years or 4000 miles.
Installing
1. Place the thermostat and O-ring into the thermostat
housing; then secure the thermostat housing to the
mounting bracket with the two cap screws.
2. Fill the cooling system to the recommended level
with antifreeze. Check for leakage.
WATER PUMP
NOTE: The water pump is a non-serviceable compo-
nent. It must be replaced as an assembly.
Removing
1. Remove the radiator cap; then remove the water
pump drain and drain the coolant.
FI530A
2. Drain the oil from the engine/transmission.
3. Remove the four torx-head cap screws securing the
front and rear fenders to the footrest; then remove the
four cap screws securing the footrest to the frame.
Remove the footrest.
4. Loosen the hose clamps and slide the clamps away
from the hose ends approximately 2 in.; then remove
the hoses from the water pump.
5. Remove the four cap screws securing the water
pump to the engine; then remove the water pump.
FI538A
Installing
1. Secure the water pump to the engine with the four
cap screws tightened to 8 ft-lb.
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