Installing The Fuel Tank - KTM 450 SMR Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Installing the fuel tank

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel can easily catch fire.
Never fill up 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.
Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See specifications on filling up with fuel.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
Avoid contact between fuel and 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.
Pull both spoilers to the side of the radiator bracket
upwards.
500220-10
Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the side of the radiator fixing.
Make sure that no cables or Bowden cables are trapped or damaged.
500220-01
Mount the fuel tank vent hose.
Fit and tighten screw
Specification
Remaining screws, chassis
500066-11
Fit and tighten screws
Specification
Remaining screws, chassis
Connect fuel hose.
Mount the seat. (
500219-11
with collar sleeve.
M6
with collar sleeve.
M6
P. 53)
54
and take the fuel tank away
10 Nm
(7.38 lbf ft)
10 Nm
(7.38 lbf ft)