Removing The Fuel Tank - KTM 450 SX-F 2019 Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Removing the fuel tank

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
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Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
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Switch off the engine for refueling.
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Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
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If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
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Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
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Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
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Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
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Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
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Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
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Keep fuels correctly in a suitable canister, and out of the reach of children.
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F01540-10
Finishing work
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Install the main silencer. (
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. ( p. 69)
Main work
(All SX‑F standard models, All US models)
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Pull the fuel tank breather hose off the fuel tank lid.
(all SX‑F models)
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Unplug connector
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Clean plug-in connection
with compressed air.
Info
Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the
fuel line. Dirt in the fuel line clogs the injection
valve!
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Disconnect the plug-in connection of the fuel line.
Info
Remaining fuel may flow out of the fuel hose.
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Mount wash cap set
Wash cap set (81212016100)
p. 74)
of the fuel pump.
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of the fuel line thoroughly
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