Coolant Replacement - Honda VT750C2 Shadow Spirit Service Manual

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COOLING SYSTEM
RADIATOR CAP/SYSTEM PRESSURE
INSPECTION
Remove the radiator cap (page 7-5).
Wet the sealing surfaces of the cap, then install the
cap onto the tester.
TOOLS:
Cooling system pressure tester SVTS4AH
Cooling system adaptor OTCJ33984A
Pressurizei the radiator cap using the tester. Replace
the radiator cap if it does not hold pressure, or if
relief pressure is too highor too low. It must hold
the specified preSSiJrefbr, at least 6 seconds.
RADIATORCAPREUEF
,PR~$SURE:
108 ~ 137 !cPa (1.1 - t4 kgf/Cin
2
,
16 - 20 psi)
Pressurize the radiator, engine and hoses using the
tester, and check for leaks.
I NOTICE I
Excessive pressure can damage the cooling system
components. Do not exceed 137 kPa (1.4 kgf/crrr, 20
psi).
Repair or replace components if the system will not
hold the specified pressure for at least 6 seconds.
Remove the tester and install the radiator cap.
Install the fuel tank (page 3-4).
COOLANT REPLACEMENT
PREPARATION
NOTE:'
• The effectiveness of coolant decreases with the
accumulation of rust or if there is a change in the
mixing proportion during usage. Therefore, for
best performance change the coolant regularly
as specified in the maintenance schedule.
• Mix only distilled, low mineral water with the rec­
ommended antifreeze.
RECOMMENDED ANTIFREEZE:
Pro HondaJiP Co()lant or an equivalent high qual­
ity ethylene glycol antifreeze containing silicate ­
free corrosion inhibitors
STANDARD COOLANT CONCENTRATION: '
1 : 1 (mixture with distilled water)
7-6.
ANTIFREEZE
SOLUTION
(ETHYLENE
GLYCOL BASE
LOW MINERAL
SOLUTION)
OR DISTILLED
WATER
COOLANT