KTM 250 1998 Repair Manual page 11

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2.2 Installing the engine
– Lift the engine into the frame from the left side, slightly grease and mount the
swingarm pivot.
– Twist in the engine mounting screws.
– Mount the engine brace.
– Insert a new O-ring into the groove of the compensation chamber of KTC system
with O-ring.
– Fix the compensation chamber with 3 screws and tighten the screws with 6 Nm.
– Connect the electrical wires.
– Mount the chain and the engine sprocket cover.
– Mount the carburetor.
– Connect the radiator hoses to the engine and fill the cooling system with a mix-
ture of 40 % antifreeze and 60 % water.
– Mount the exhaust system.
– Mount the tank with the spoilers and the seat.
– Start the engine and bleed the cooling system.
– Warm up the engine and check if the TVC system is properly adjusted.
– Check the electrical system for faultless operation.
– Adjust the carburetor.
– Test ride.
– After the test ride, check the engine and the cooling system for leaks and make
sure that all liquid levels are correct.