Coolant - APRILIA PEGASO 650 STRADA TRAIL 2005 Use And Maintenance Book

COOLANT

CAUTION
Do not use the vehicle if the coolant is
below the minimum prescribed level
"MIN".
NOTE
Carry out the maintenance
operations halving the intervals indicated, if
the vehicle is used in rainy or dusty areas
or on uneven surfaces.
Before departure, check the coolant level,
see page 39 (CHECKING AND TOPPING
UP); have the coolant changed every two
years: for this operation, contact an
aprilia Authorised Dealer.
WARNING
Coolant is toxic when ingested. Contact
with eyes or skin may cause irritation.
n the event of contact with eyes or skin,
rinse repeatedly with abundant water
and seek medical advice. In the event of
ingestion, induce vomiting, rinse mouth
and throat with abundant water and
seek medical advice immediately.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN
THE ENVIRONMENT.
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Be careful not to spill the coolant on the
red-hot parts of the engine: it may catch
fire and send out invisible flames.
In case any maintenance operation
should be required, it is advisable to
use latex gloves.
Have the pads changed by your aprilia
Authorised Dealer.
The coolant is composed of 50% water and
50% antifreeze.
This mixture is ideal for most operating
temperatures and ensures good protection
against corrosion.
It is advisable to keep the same mixture
also in the hot season, since in this way
losses due to evaporation are reduced and
i t i s n o t n e c e s s a r y t o t o p u p v e r y
frequently.
The mineral salt deposits left in the radiator
by evaporated water are thus reduced and
the efficiency of the cooling system
remains unchanged.
If the outdoor temperature is below 0 °C,
check the cooling circuit frequently and if
n e c e s s a r y i n c r e a s e t h e a n t i f r e e z e
concentration (up to maximum 60%).
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WARNING
CAUTION
For the cooling solution use distilled water,
in order not to damage the engine.
WARNING
Do not remove the expansion tank plug
(1) when the engine is hot, since the
coolant might be hot.
If it gets in contact with the skin or with
clothes it may cause severe burns
and/or damage.
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