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COOLING SYSTEM 10-3

COOLING SYSTEM 10-3

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COOLING CIRCUIT INSPECTION

COOLING CIRCUIT

Before removing the radiator and draining engine coolant, inspect the cooling Circuit for tightness.

•    Remove the radiator cap.

•    Connect the tester © to the filier.

A WARNING

Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

Give a pressure of about 110 kPa (1.1 kgf/cm², 15.6 psi) and see if the system holds this pressure for 10 seconds.

If the pressure should fali during this 10-second interval, it means that there is a leaking point in the system. In such a case, inspect the entire system and replace the leaking com-ponent or part.

A WARNING

When removing the radiator cap tester, put a rag the filier to prevent spouting of engine coolan

CAUTION    __

Do not allow the pressure to exceed the rad i or cap release pressure, or the radiator can be dama; d.

RADIATOR CAI

• Inspect the radiator surę gauge.

Maja Radiator cap valve release pressure:

95-125 kPa (0.95 - 1.25 kgf/cm²,14-18 psi)

NOTĘ:

Apply water to radiator cap seal before fitting the radiator cap to the pressure gauge.

REMOVAL

RADIATOR

•    Remove the seat and fuel tank. (ci7“3-2)

•    Drain engine coolant. (dT‘2-9)

•    Disconnect the radiator hoses.

•    Remove the radiator guards © and mounting bolts.