
COOLING SYSTEM
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13.3
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 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.
–
Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immedi-
ately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
400243-10
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Remove the radiator cap.
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Check the coolant level in the radiator.
Coolant level
above the radiator fins
10 mm (0.39 in)
» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
Coolant (
Alternative 2
Coolant (mixed ready to use) (
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Mount the radiator cap.
13.4
Draining the coolant
x
Warning
Danger of scalding
During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
–
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.
–
Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immedi-
ately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
300632-10
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Place a suitable container beneath the water pump cover.
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Remove screw
. Remove the radiator cap.
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Completely drain the coolant.
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Mount screw
with a new seal ring and tighten it.
Guideline
Drain plug, water pump cover
M6
6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
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