Checking The Coolant Level; Checking The Antifreeze And Coolant Level - KTM 50 SX Repair Manual
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35/WATER PUMP, COOLING SYSTEM
Checking the coolant level
20.3
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 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.
Checking the antifreeze and coolant level
20.4
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.
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Make a short test ride.
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Check the coolant level. (
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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
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If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
400243-10
Alternative 2
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Mount the radiator cap.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Remove radiator cap
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Check the antifreeze of the coolant.
−25... −45 °C (−13... −49 °F)
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If the antifreeze of the coolant does not meet specifications:
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Correct the antifreeze of the coolant.
700510-01
p. 115)
above the radiator fins
Coolant (
p. 142)
Coolant (mixed ready to use) (
.
10 mm (0.39 in)
p. 142)
115
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