Radiator Coolant; Radiator Core - Honda Gold Wing GL1200D Shop Manual

~HONDA
~GL12000'GL1200A
RADIATOR COOLANT
Support the motorcycle on its centerstand on level
ground.
Open the top compartment cover and remove the
tool tray.
Check the coolant level of the reserve lank with the
engine running at normal operating temperature.
The level should be between the "UPPER" and
"LOWER" level lines.
If
necessary, remove
the reserve tank cap and fill to
the "UPPER" level line with a 50/50 mixture of
distilled water and anti-freeze.
CAUTION:
When adding coolallt to the reserve tank,
move the fuse box out of the way.
A void scalding;
ne~'e, remol'e
the radiator
cap .....hen the engine is hot. The coolant is
under pressure.
If the reserve tank is empty remove the top com·
partment and radiator cap.
Run the engine for 2-3 minutes to allow air to
escape.
Fill the radiator with coolant and install the cap.
Fill the reserve tank to the "UPPER" level line and
install the cap.
Install the top compartment.
RADIATOR CORE
Remove the radiator screen.
Check the air passages for clogging or damage.
Straighten bent fins or collapsed core tubes.
Remove insects, mud or any obstructions with com·
pressed air or low water pressure.
Replace the radiator if the air flow is restricted over
more than 20% of the radiating surface.
MAINTENANCE
LOWER LEVEL LINE
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