Honda XL650V Owner's Manual page 16

COOLANT
Coolant Recommendation
The ow ner must prope rl y maintain the
coolant to prevent freezing, overheating , and
co rros ion. Use only high quality et hy lene
glycol antifreeze contain ing corro sion pro-
tection inhibitors specifically recommended
for use in aluminium engines.
(S EE ANTIFREEZE CONTAINER LABEL).
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CAUTION
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• Use only low-mineral drinking water or
distilled water as a part of the an-
tifreeze solution. Water that in high in
mineral content or salt may be harmful
to the aluminium engine.
• Using coolant with silicate inhibitors may
cause premature wear of water pump
seals or blockage of radiator passages.
Using tap water may cause engine dam-
age.
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The factory provides a 50/50 solution of an-
tifreeze and distilled water in this motorcy-
c le. This coolant solution is recommended
for most operating t emperatures and pro-
vides good corrosion protection. A hig her
concentration of antifreeze decreases the
coo ling system performance and is recom -
mended only when additi onal protectio n
against freezing is needed. A concentration
of less than 40/60 (40% antifreeze) wi ll not
provide proper corrosion protection . During
freezing temperatures , check th e cooling
system frequently and add higher concen -
trations of antifreeze (up to a maximum of
60% antifreeze) if required.
Check
The reserve tank is in front of the air cleaner
case.
Check th e coolant level in the reserve tank
(1) while the engine is at the normal operat-
ing temperature with the motorcycle in an
upright position. If the coo lant level is below
the LOW level mark (3), remove the reserve
tank cap (4) and add coolant mixture until it
reac hes the FULL level mark (2). Do not re-
move the radiator cap.
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• Do not rem ove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot. The coolant is under
pressure and could scald you
• Keep hands and clothing away from the
cooling fan, as it starts automatically.
If the reserve tank is empty, or if coolant loss
is excessive, check for leaks and see your
authorised Honda dealer for repair.
(1) Reserve tank
(2) " FULL"Ievel mark
(3) "LOW"Ievel mark
(4) Reserve tank cap
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