Yamaha TDM850 1996 Service Manual page 89

COOLANT REPLACEMENT
5. Install:
S Gaskets
S Drain bolt 1
S Cylinder drain bolt
6. Connect:
S Coolant reservoir hose
7. Fill:
S Cooling system (radiator and engine)
(to specified level a )
NOTE:
Put the sidestand down so the motorcycle leans to
the side and fill with coolant. To help dissipate the
coolant throughout the cooling system, hold the
motorcycle in the upright position for a few se-
conds. Then lean it back to the side and continue
filling with coolant.
Handling notes for coolant:
Coolant is harmful and should be handled with
special care.
WARNING
S If coolant splashes in your eyes:
Thoroughly wash your eyes with water and
see a doctor.
S If coolant splashes on your clothes.
Quickly wash it away with water and then
with soap.
S If coolant is swallowed.
Quickly make the patient vomit and take him
to a doctor.
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Recommended coolant:
High quality ethylene glycol
anti-freeze containing corrosion
inhibitors for aluminum engines
Coolant and water mix ratio:
50% – 50%
Radiator capacity
(including all routes):
1.7 L
Reservoir tank capacity:
0.3 L
From lower to upper level:
0.2 L
10 Nm (1.0 mSkg)
10 Nm (1.0 mSkg)