Checking The Coolant Level; Draining The Coolant - KTM 250 XCF-W USA 2010 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Checking the coolant level

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Warning
Scalding hazard During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not open the radiator, radiator hoses and other components of the cooling system while the engine is warm. Let the
engine and cooling system cool down first. If you get scalded, immediately flush the affected areas with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolants are poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact between coolants and skin, eyes and clothing. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and
contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor
immediately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolants out of the reach of children.

Draining the coolant

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11.98
Warning
Scalding hazard During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not open the radiator, radiator hoses and other components of the cooling system while the engine is warm. Let the
engine and cooling system cool down first. If you get scalded, immediately flush the affected areas with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolants are poisonous and a health hazard.
–
Avoid contact between coolants and skin, eyes and clothing. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and
contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor
immediately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolants out of the reach of children.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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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 coolant level in the radiator.
Coolant level
» 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.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Place a suitable container under the water pump cover.
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Remove screw
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Completely drain the coolant.
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Mount screw
Guideline
Screw, water pump cover
600679-11
above the radiator fins. 10 mm (0.39 in)
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Coolant ( p. 102)
Coolant (mixed ready to use) (
. Remove radiator cap
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with a new seal and tighten it.
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p. 102)
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M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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