Coolant - Honda GL1800D Owner's Manual

Coolant

Checking the Coolant
Check the coolant level in the reserve tank
while the engine is cold.
1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level
surface.
2. Remove the left engine side cover.
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3. Hold your motorcycle in an upright
position.
4. Check that the coolant level is between
the UPPER level and LOWER level marks
in the reserve tank.
Reserve tank Reserve tank cap
If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or
the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a
serious leak. Have your motorcycle
inspected by your dealer.
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Adding Coolant
If the coolant level is below the LOWER
level mark, add the recommended coolant
( P. 146) until the level reaches the UPPER
2
level mark.
P. Add fluid only from the reserve tank cap
2
and do not remove radiator cap.
1. Remove the left engine side cover.
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2. Remove the reserve tank cap and add
fluid while monitoring the coolant level.
Do not overfill above the UPPER level
u
mark.
Make sure no foreign objects enter
u
the reserve tank opening.
3. Securely reinstall the reserve tank cap.
4. Install the left engine side cover.
UPPER level
LOWER level
WARNING WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant
to spray out, potentially scalding
you.
Always let the engine and radiator
P.
2
cool down before removing the
radiator cap.
Changing Coolant
Have your dealer change the coolant unless
you have the proper tools and are
mechanically qualified.