Radiator Handling; Radiator Inspection - Yamaha YZ125(R)/LC Owner's Service Manual

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HANDLING NOTE

Do not remove the radiator cap when the

engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot

fluid and steam may be blown out under

pressure, which could cause serious in-

When the engine has cooled, open the ra-

diator cap by the following procedure:

Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the

radiator cap, slowly rotate the cap counter-

clockwise to the detent. This procedure al-

lows any residual pressure to escape.

When the hissing sound has stopped,

press down on the cap while turning coun-

terclockwise and remove it.

9 Radiator core 1

through rear of the radiator.

Bent fin ¡ Repair/replace.

¡ Blow out with compressed air