Checking The Coolant Level - KTM 125 Duke 2013 Repair Manual

18 WATER PUMP, COOLING SYSTEM
18.4

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 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.
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Remove radiator cap
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Check the coolant antifreeze.
−25... −45 °C (−13... −49 °F)
» If the coolant antifreeze does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant antifreeze.
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Check the coolant level in the radiator.
The radiator must be completely filled.
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» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level and find out the cause of the loss.
Alternative 1
Alternative 2
» If you had to add more coolant than the specified amount:
> 0.20 l (> 0.21 qt.)
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Fill/bleed the cooling system. (
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Mount the radiator cap.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Check the coolant level in the compensating tank
The coolant level must be between MIN and MAX.
» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
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Alternative 2
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Remove radiator cap
The radiator must be completely filled.
» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the coolant level and find out the cause of the loss.
Alternative 1
Alternative 2
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