PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove pan-
el A (See page 6-9.), remove the
reservoir cap, add coolant to the
maximum level mark, and then in-
stall the reservoir cap and the pan-
el.
CAUTION:
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● If coolant is not available, use
distilled water or soft tap water
instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since it is harmful
to the engine.
● If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
wise the engine may not be
sufficiently cooled and the cool-
ing system will not be protected
against frost and corrosion.
● If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be reduced.
WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
NOTE:
● The radiator fan is automatically
switched on or off according to the
coolant temperature in the radia-
tor.
● If the engine overheats, see page
6-41 for further instructions.
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To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand and let the engine cool if
necessary.
2. Remove panels A and B. (See
page 6-9.)
3. Place a container under the engine
to collect the used coolant.
4. Remove the radiator cap.
WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)
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