Removing engine coolant
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return pipe
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Remove front fairing panel
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Remove left sill panel
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Remove top and left tunnel panels
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Remove left side trim panel
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Remove knee pad
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Drain coolant from return lines (
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Remove fastener (arrows) from front frame
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Release hose clamps (1) with pliers,
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Remove fasteners (arrows) from frame
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Release hose clamps (1) with pliers,
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Disconnect coolant hoses from coolant pipe
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Pull coolant pipe forward to remove
Installing coolant pipes
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Attention:
Always make sure that hose clamps are correctly
positioned in order to ensure easy access whenever
necessary.
Make sure the hoses are routed well away from any
17.15)
components that could cause rubbing and abrasion!
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure
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Refill with coolant (
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After running the engine check the coolant level
and top up if necessary
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Coolant pipe to frame .................................... 9 Nm
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C1170090
17.15)
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Torque specification:
17.11