Benelli Leoncino Owner's Manual page 169

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
Engine overheating
WARNING
• Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under
pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
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• Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow
any residual pressure to escape.
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• When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
TIP
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as
possible.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
The coolant level
Benelli dealer check and repair the cooling system.
is OK.
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There is
Have a Benelli dealer check
leakage.
and repair the cooling system.
There is
Add coolant. (See TIP.)
no leakage.
have a