Installing The Fuel Tank - KTM 450 EXC EU Owner's Manual

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS

Installing the fuel tank

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Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See the notes on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact of the fuel with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse imme-
diately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed,
contact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.
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Remove screws
101356-10
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Remove screw
101357-10
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Pull both spoilers off of the sides of the radiator bracket and lift off the fuel tank.
101358-01
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides of the radiator bracket.
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Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
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Mount the fuel tank breather.
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Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
101357-11
with the collar bushings and horn.

with the rubber bushing.

p. 62)
with the rubber bushing.

M6
56
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)