15.6
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 toxic and a health hazard.
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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.
Main work
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Make sure that screw
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Position the motorcycle upright.
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Pour coolant in up to measurement
fins.
Guideline
A
Distance
ator fins
V01327-10
Coolant
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Mount the radiator cap.
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Go for a short test ride.
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Check the coolant level. (
Finishing work
(ROCKSTAR EDITION)
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Install the engine guard. (
Condition
The engine is cold.
Preparatory work
(ROCKSTAR EDITION)
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Remove the engine guard. (
COOLING SYSTEM 15
1
is tightened.
A
above the radiator
10 mm (0.39 in)
above the radi-
1.20 l
Coolant (
(1.27 qt.)
p. 121)
p. 55)
p. 54)
p. 155)
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