Carburetor Idle Speed; Radiator Coolant - Honda Motorcycle Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED
Check for any unusual noise while the engine is idling. If noise
is detected, investigate with a stethoscope to locate the
source. Carry out the appropriate maintenance inspection,
depending on results of noise investigation.
Check to see that the engine speed increases smoothly from
idle. Check the idle speed and adjust if necessary by turning
the throttle stop screw.
NOTE
Check and adjust after first warming up the engine.
There are differences in idle speed between hot and cold
engines.
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Place the vehicle on the center stand or support upright
on level ground when checking and adjusting the idle
speed. If the vehicle is tilted, there will be fluctuations in
fuel flow from the carburetor which prevents an ac-
curate determination of the idle soeed.
RADIATOR COOLANT
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cap. Removing the cap while the englne is hot and the
coolant Is under pressure may cause serious scalding.
Radiator coolant is poisonous. Take care to avoid getting
coolant In your eyes, on your skin, or on your clothes.
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If coolant gets in your eyes, flush repeatedly with water
and contact a doctor immediately.
If coolant is accidentally swallowed, induce vomitting
and contact a doctor immediately.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Coolant evaporates naturally, so check it regularly
Coolant is both an antifreeze and an anti-rust agent
CAUTION
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Be sure to use the proper mixture of antifreeze and distlll-
ed water to protect the engine.
Use distilled water. Tap water may cause the englne to
rust or corrode.
Date of Issue: Sep.. 1988
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