15.3
Checking the 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 harmful to health.
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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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Place the motorcycle on a horizontal surface using the side stand.
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Remove the cover of compensating tank
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Check the antifreeze in the coolant.
−25 ... −45 °C (−13 ... −49 °F)
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If the antifreeze in the coolant does not match the specified
value:
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Correct the antifreeze in the coolant.
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Check the coolant level in the compensating tank.
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The coolant level must be between the two markings.
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If the coolant level does not match the specified value:
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Correct the coolant level.
Coolant (
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Mount the cover of the compensating tank.
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Remove radiator cap
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Check the antifreeze in the coolant.
−25 ... −45 °C (−13 ... −49 °F)
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If the antifreeze in the coolant does not match the specified
value:
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Correct the antifreeze in the coolant.
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Check the coolant level in the radiator.
The radiator must be filled completely.
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If the coolant level does not match the specified value:
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Check the coolant level and the reason for the loss.
Coolant (
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Mount the radiator cap.
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