Cooling System 16; Checking The Antifreeze And Coolant Level - Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 EU 2022 Owner's Manual

16.1 Cooling system
16.2

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 open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling system components if the engine or
the cooling system are at operating temperature.
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Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you open the radiator, the radiator
hoses or other components of the cooling system.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is toxic and a health hazard.
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Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
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Do not allow coolant to come into contact with the skin, the eyes and clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and consult a doctor immediately if coolant gets into the eyes.
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Change clothing if coolant spills onto your clothing.
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Water pump
coolant.
The pressure resulting from the warming of the cooling system is
regulated by a valve in radiator cap
excess coolant to flow into compensating tank
temperature falls, this surplus coolant is sucked back into the
cooling system. This ensures that operating the vehicle at the
specified coolant temperature will not result in a risk of malfunc-
tions.
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The coolant is cooled by the air stream and a radiator fan
which is activated at high temperature.
The lower the speed, the less the cooling effect. Dirty cooling fins
also reduce the cooling effect.
Info
If the cooling system overheats, the maximum engine
speed is limited.
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Condition
The engine is cold.
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. (
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Remove the right side cover.

COOLING SYSTEM 16

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