2009 Kawasaki KX100 Owners Manual - Page 35

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 33 Cooling System Radiator Hoses Check the radiator hoses for cracks or deterioration, and the connections for looseness in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. the coolant level becomes low, the engine overheats and may suffer severe damage. Check the coolant level each day before riding the motorcycle, and replenish coolant if the level is low. j WARNING To avoid burns, do not remove the radiator cap or change the coolant when the engine is still hot. Wait until the engine cools down. Radiator Check the radiator fins for obstruction by insects or mud. Clean off any obstructions with a low-pressure stream of water. CAUTION Using high-pressure water, as from a car wash facility, could damage the radiator fins and impair the radiator's effectiveness. Do not obstruct or deflect airflow by installing unauthorized accessories in front of the radiator. Interference with the cooling airflow can lead to overheating and consequent engine damage. NOTE żThe coolant originally filled into the cooling sys- tem contains 50% of a permanent, ethylene-glycol -based antifreeze, has a freezing point of -35°C (-31°F) and a green appearance. • • Coolant Level Inspection Lean the motorcycle slightly to the left until the radiator cap is level to the ground so that the radiator cap is located uppermost in order to exhaust the air accumulated in the radiator. Remove the right radiator cover. Coolant Coolant absorbs excessive heat from the engine and transfers it to the air through the radiator. If