General
NOTICE
Use only Genuine Harley-Davidson Extended Life Antifreeze and Coolant. Use of other coolants/mixtures may lead to motorcycle damage. (00179c)
GENUINE HARLEY-DAVIDSON EXTENDED LIFE ANTIFREEZE AND COOLANT is pre-diluted and ready to use full strength. It provides temperature protection to -36.7 °C (-34.0 °F). DO NOT add water.
NOTICE
De-ionized water must be used with the antifreeze in the cooling system. Hard water can cause scale accumulation in water passages which reduces cooling system efficiency, leading to overheating and motorcycle damage. (00195b)
WARNINGDo not loosen or remove pressure cap when cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure and hot coolant and steam can escape from pressure cap, which could cause severe burns. Allow motorcycle to cool before servicing the cooling system. (00091c)
If GENUINE HARLEY-DAVIDSON EXTENDED LIFE ANTIFREEZE AND COOLANT is unavailable, a mixture of de-ionized water and ethylene glycol-based antifreeze may be used. At the first opportunity, change back to GENUINE HARLEY-DAVIDSON EXTENDED LIFE ANTIFREEZE AND COOLANT.
Checking Coolant Level
| 1. | Position vehicle on level ground resting on the jiffy stand. | |
| 2. | Allow motorcycle to cool. | |
| 3. | See Figure 1. Remove coolant fill cap (3). | |
| 4. | Check that coolant level is at the "MAX" line (2). NOTE If the coolant reservoir is low when the motorcycle is cold, inspect the system for leaks. Repair as needed. Fill system with coolant and purge any trapped air. | |
| 5. | If level is below "MIN" line (1), add GENUINE HARLEY-DAVIDSON EXTENDED LIFE ANTIFREEZE AND COOLANT until fluid level reaches the "MAX" line (2). | |
| 6. | Install coolant fill cap. |
| 1 | Min level |
| 2 | Max level |
| 3 | Coolant fill cap |
Figure 1. Coolant Fill Cap
Checking Coolant Freeze Point
See a HARLEY-DAVIDSON dealer for coolant freeze point test.
Coolant
Recommended coolants: antifreeze coolant with soft water and glycol base for engine compatible with aluminum radiator. It contains 50% soft or distilled water and 50% antifreeze coolant.
The total coolant capacity of the cooling system is about 2L.
When a new motorcycle leaves the factory, the coolant has been installed. During maintenance, remember to check the coolant level in the expansion tank. The coolant expansion tank is located in the middle of the right side of the vehicle. The coolant level in the expansion tank should be checked frequently.
When the coolant becomes contaminated or the maintenance cycle is reached, see your dealer to replace the coolant.
Check the coolant in the expansion tank after the engine is stopped and cooled. During inspection, make sure that the motorcycle is in a horizontal plane and stands upright. Observe whether the coolant level is between MIN and MAX marks. If the coolant level is lower than the MIN mark, remove the coolant fill cap and add coolant, or see your dealer.
WARNINGDo not loosen or remove pressure cap when cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure and hot coolant and steam can escape from pressure cap, which could cause severe burns. Allow motorcycle to cool before servicing the cooling system. (00091c)
WARNINGCoolant mixture contains toxic chemicals, which may be fatal if swallowed. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; call a physician immediately. Use in a well ventilated area. Irritation to skin or eyes can occur from vapors or direct contact. In case of skin or eye contact, flush thoroughly with water and go to hospital, if necessary. Dispose of used coolant according to federal, state and local regulations. (00092a)