Introduction
Change the coolant in your '99 to '02 SV650. Use pure coolant for superior heat protection, anti-freeze mixtures to help with cold conditions, or diluted coolants or pure water for use on race tracks.
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Remove the radiator cap security screw with a Phillips #1 screw driver by turning it counter-clockwise.
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Remove the radiator cap by pressing down on it and turning it counter-clockwise until it can be lifted off the radiator.
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Locate the 10 mm hex coolant drain plug. It is on the right engine cover, just below the coolant outlet.
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Turn the coolant drain plug counter-clockwise with a 10 mm socket wrench or box end wrench until it can be turned freely by hand.
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Place a container under the drain plug to catch the coolant when it comes streaming out of the coolant drain hole.
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Finish removing the drain plug by hand and allow the coolant to drain into the container.
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When draining has slowed to a drip, stand the bike up vertically to allow the last of the coolant to drain.
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Put the coolant drain plug back in its hole and turn it clockwise with a socket wrench or box end wrench until it is snug.
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Insert a funnel into the radiator filler hole.
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Pour approximately 1.7 quarts of coolant into the radiator, or fill until you can see coolant near the filler neck. Use one hand to stabilize the funnel to prevent spills.
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Remove the funnel and place the radiator cap back over the radiator filler hole. Press down on the cap and turn it clockwise until it is snug.
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Insert and turn the radiator cap security screw clockwise until it is snug.
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Dispose of your old coolant properly by taking it to a shop that accepts coolant or a dump that excepts hazardous waste.
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One comment
Thank you! Project went smoothly all though I didn’t have the security screw on my 2001 sv650.