Installing The Fuel Tank - KTM 500 EXC US Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
12.34

Installing the fuel tank

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and may emerge if overfilled. Follow the instructions on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with
the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with
soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with fuel.
(EXC US)
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Pull both spoilers off of the sides of the radiator bracket and lift off the fuel
tank.
K00105-10
(EXC Six Days US)
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Pull both spoilers off of the sides of the radiator bracket and lift off the fuel
tank.
M01025-01
Main work
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Check throttle cable routing. (
(EXC US)
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Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides in front of the radia-
tor bracket.
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Make sure that the throttle cable or other cables or are not trapped or damaged.
(EXC Six Days US)
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Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides between the radiator
and radiator shield.
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Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
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Mount the fuel tank breather.
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Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
K00104-11
p. 73)
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with the rubber bushing.
M6
68
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)