Engine - Yamaha TZ125M1 Owner's Service Manual

ENGINE/COOLING WATER LEVEL INSPECTION/
COOLING WATER REPLACEMENT
EC350011

ENGINE

C C CAUTION:
• The cooling system is filled with coolant at
the factory to prevent rusting. Be sure to
replace coolant with soft water before rid-
ing.
• Take care so that coolant does not splash
on painted surfaces. If it splashes, wash it
away with water.
EC352000
COOLING WATER LEVEL INSPECTION
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Do not remove the radiator cap 1 1 , drain
bolt and hoses when the engine and radia-
tor are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam
may be blown out under pressure, which
could cause serious injury.
When the engine has cooled, place a thick
towel over the radiator cap, slowly rotate
the cap counterclockwise to the detent.
This procedure allows any residual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissing sound
has stopped, press down on the cap while
turning counterclockwise and remove it.
C C CAUTION:
Hard water or salt water is harmful to the
engine parts. You may use distilled water, if
you can't get soft water.
1. Place the machine on a level place, and
hold it in an upright position.
2. Remove:
• Radiator cap
3. Check:
• Cooling water level a
Cooling water level low -› Add cooling
water.
1 Radiator
EC354002
COOLING WATER REPLACEMENT
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Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot.
1. Remove the lower cowl.
2. Place a container under the radiator hose.
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