Changing The Coolant - KTM 85 SX 2023 Owner's Manual

14.9

Changing the coolant

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.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is harmful to health.
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Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
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Do not allow coolant to come into contact with the skin, the eyes and clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and consult a doctor immediately if coolant gets into the eyes.
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Change clothing if coolant spills onto your clothing.
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Loosen screw
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Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Screw, radiator
bleeding
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Completely fill the radiator with coolant.
Coolant (
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V00870-10
Mount radiator cap
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
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Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
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Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
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Allow the engine to warm up and cool down again.
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Check the coolant level. (
Finishing work
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Check the cooling system for leaks.
Condition
The engine is cold.
3
until coolant escapes without bubbles.
3
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M6
p. 122)
2
.
p. 93)
COOLING SYSTEM 14
8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
95