Radiator Capsystem Pressure Inspection
A warning
The engine must be cool before removing the radiator cap, or severe scalding may result.
Remove the upper fairing (page 2-4). Remove the radiator cap.
NOTE
• Before installing the cap in the tester, wet the sealing surfaces.
Pressure test the radiator cap. Replace the radiator cap if it does not hold pressure, or if relief pressure is too high or too low. It must hold specified pressure for at least 6 seconds.
Radiator cap relief pressure:
Pressure the radiator, engine and hoses, and check for leaks.
CAUTION
Excessive pressure can damage the cooling system components. Do not exceed 137 kPa (1.4 kg/cm7, 19.9
lir or replace components if the system will not hold specified pressure for at least 6 seconds.
- |(1) COOLING SYSTEM TESTER COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE
- COOLING SYSTEM TESTER
(1) RESERVE CAP
(1) RESERVE CAP
(1) HYDROMETER
(1) HYDROMETER
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