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18
WATER PUMP, COOLING SYSTEM
18.1
Draining the coolant
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Coolant must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water imme-
diately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If coolant is swal-
lowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of
children.
18.2
Filling/bleeding the cooling system
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Coolant must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water imme-
diately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If coolant is swal-
lowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of
children.
Condition
The engine is cold.
Preparatory work
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Remove the front spoiler. (
Main work
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Stand the motorcycle upright.
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Place a suitable container under the engine.
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Remove screw
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Remove the radiator cap.
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Completely drain the coolant.
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Mount screw
Guideline
B00768-10
Plug, water pump drain hole (125
Duke)
Plug, water pump drain hole (200
Duke)
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Remove radiator cap
B01552-11
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Open bleeder screw
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Tilt the vehicle slightly to the right.
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Pour in coolant until it emerges without bubbles at the bleeder screw, and then
mount and tighten the bleeder screw immediately.
Alternative 1
Coolant (
Alternative 2
Coolant (mixed ready to use) (
B01553-10
p. 54)
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1
with a new seal ring and tighten it.
1
.
1
by three turns.
2
p. 268)
p. 268)
M6
8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
M6
8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
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