Cooling System; Checking The Coolant Level - HUSABERG "05 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

COOLING SYSTEM

Coolant is circulated by a water pump (1) located in the engine.
Air blowing in through the radiators cools the coolant. The slower the speed
of the motorcycle, the less the coolant is cooled down. Dirty radiators also
reduce the cooling efficiency.
Pressure induced by heating of the coolant in the system is controlled by
a valve in the radiator cap (2); a water temperature rising up to 120° C
(248° F) is admissible, without fear of problems.
WARNING: If possible, always check level of cooling liquid
when the engine is cold.If you have to open the radiator cap
(2) when the engine is hot, use a rag to cover the cap and
open slowly to release pressure. Caution - scalding hazard.
Do not detach any radiator hoses while the engine is hot. The
escaping hot coolant and the steam may cause serious burns.
In case you get burnt, hold the affected part of your body under
running cold water right away.
Coolant is toxic. Keep the coolant out of the reach of
children.
In case coolant is ingested, consult a doctor immediately.
If coolant gets into your eyes, rinse them out with water imme-
diately and consult doctor.
A mixture of 40% antifreeze liquid and 60% water is used as
coolant. However, the antifreeze protection must be at least
-25° C (-13° F). This mixture offers antifreeze protection but also good
corrosion protection and should therefore not be replaced by pure water.
CAUTION: If the coolant has been drained, it will be absolu-
tely necessary to bleed the cooling system during filling.
For the cooling system, use only high-grade antifreeze (e.g.
Motorex Anti Freeze). Using lower-grade antifreeze agents can
cause corrosion and coolant foaming.
Extreme climate conditions or stop and go Traffic may cause
overheating problems.

CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL

The coolant should be 10 mm (0.4 in) above the radiator fins when the
engine is cold (see diagram). In the event of the coolant being drained,
always fill and bleed the system.
CAUTION: If the coolant has been drained, it will be absolu-
tely necessary to bleed the cooling system during filling.
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2
10 mm
when engine is cold