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2. Remove Oetiker clamps.
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3. Remove the thermostat and its housing as a
unit.
Testing the Thermostat
To check thermostat, put it in water and heat the
water.
THERMOSTAT OPENING TEMPERATURE
STARTS TO OPEN
65°C (149°F)
Replace thermostat (with its housing for 850 and
1000R engines) if it does not begin to open at
specified temperature.
Check if gasket is brittle, hard or damaged. If so,
replace gasket.
Installing the Thermostat
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure. However, pay attention to the following.
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570 Engine
850 and 1000R Engines
Install NEW Oetiker clamps.
All Engines
Refill and bleed cooling system, refer to
ODIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
tion.
Check cooling system for leaks.
RADIATOR
Inspecting the Radiator
Check radiator fins for clogging or damage.
Remove insects, mud or other obstructions with
compressed air or low pressure water.
Removing the Radiator
1. Drain engine coolant. Refer to
2. Remove front body module. Refer to
3. Disconnect radiator and fan assembly.
FULLY OPEN
75°C (167°F)
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1. Radiator hoses
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Thermostat cover
retaining screws
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
subsection.
6 N•m ± 0.7 N•m
(53 lbf•in ± 6 lbf•in)
+
LOCTITE 243 (BLUE)
(P/N 293 800 060)
PERI-
subsec-
PERIODIC
subsection.
BODY
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