APRILIA SXV / RXV 450 550 Use And Maintenance Book page 118

MAINTENANCE
CHECKING AND TOPPING UP
DANGER
Check the coolant level and top up the
expansion tank with cold engine.
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Stop the engine and wait until it has cooled down.
• Position the vehicle on firm and flat ground.
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Keep the vehicle in vertical position, with the two
wheels resting on the ground.
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Turn radiator plug (1) counter-clockwise by one click.
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Allow a few seconds for pressure to bleed.
• Turn radiator plug (1) anticlockwise again and remove
it.
• Ensure that the fluid completely covers radiator plates.
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Also check fluid level in the expansion tank (under
engine sump cover) using the suitable sight glass.
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Correct level is included between MIN and MAX
references.
DANGER
Coolant is toxic when ingested. Contact with
eyes or skin may cause irritation.
Do not use your fingers or any other object to
check if there is enough coolant.
Do not put additives or other substances into
the fluid.
WARNING
Do not put additives or other substances into
the fluid.
If you use a funnel or other similar items, make
sure that they are perfectly clean.
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If necessary, top up coolant, see (LUBRICANT
TABLE), until fluid completely covers radiator plates.
Do not exceed this level, otherwise the fluid will flow
out while the engine is running. If you use a funnel or
other tools, make sure that they are perfectly clean.
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Refit the radiator plug (1).
WARNING
In case of excessive consumption of coolant,
make sure that there are no leaks in the circuit.
Have the vehicle serviced by an aprilia
Authorized Dealer.
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