Yamaha XT660R(S) Automobile User Manual


 
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CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL/
CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM
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CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
_
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the motorcycle is upright.
2. Check:
coolant level
The coolant level should be between the
maximum level mark
a
and minimum level
mark
b
.
Below the minimum level mark
Add the
recommended coolant to the proper level.
CAUTION:
_
Adding water instead of coolant lowers
the antifreeze content of the coolant. If
water is used instead of coolant check,
and if necessary, correct the antifreeze
concentration of the coolant.
Use only distilled water. However, if dis-
tilled water is not available, soft water
may be used.
3. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
4. Check:
coolant level
NOTE:
_
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until it settles.
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CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM
1. Remove:
seat
side panels (left and right)
Refer to COWLING AND COVER.
fuel tank
Refer to FUEL TANK.