Checking The Antifreeze And Coolant Level - KTM 125 DUKE EU Repair Manual

18 WATER PUMP, COOLING SYSTEM
18.3

Checking the antifreeze and coolant level

Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Coolant must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water imme-
diately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If coolant is swal-
lowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of
children.
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Fill the radiator completely with coolant. Mount the radiator cap.
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Rest the vehicle on the side stand.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
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Start the engine and let it run warm.
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Stop the engine and allow it to cool down.
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When the engine is cool, check the coolant level in the radiator and, if necessary,
add coolant.
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Remove the cap of the compensating tank
level is up to the MAX mark.
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Mount the cap of the compensating tank.
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Fit the front spoiler. (
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Condition
The engine is cold.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Remove the cap of the compensating tank
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Check the coolant antifreeze.
−25... −45 °C (−13... −49 °F)
» If the coolant antifreeze does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant antifreeze.
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Check the coolant level in the compensating tank.
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The coolant level must be between MIN and MAX.
» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
Alternative 2
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Mount the cap of the compensating tank.
When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
p. 47)
Coolant ( p. 248)
Coolant (mixed ready to use) (
and add coolant until the coolant
3
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1
p. 248)
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