Yamaha YZF-R6RC Automobile User Manual


 
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THERMOSTAT
COOL
NOTE:
NOTE:
12 Nm (1.2 mSkg, 8.7 ftSlb)
NOTE:
EAS00462
CHECKING THE THERMOSTAT
1. Check:
Sthermostat
1
Does not open at 71 X 85_C (160 X 185_F)
! Replace.
a. Suspend the thermostat in a container filled
with water.
b. Slowly heat the water.
c. Place a thermometer in the water.
d. While stirring the water, observe the thermo-
stat and thermometer’s indicated tempera-
ture.
1
Thermostat
2
Thermometer
3
Water
4
Container
A
Fully closed
B
Fully open
If the accuracy of the thermostat is in doubt, re-
place it. A faulty thermostat could cause serious
overheating or overcooling.
2. Check:
Sthermostat housing cover
Cracks/damage ! Replace.
INSTALLING THE THERMOSTAT
1. Install:
Sthermostat
Install the thermostat with its breather hole
a
facing up.
2. Install
Sthermostat cover
Before installing the thermostat cover to the cyl-
inder head, lubricate the O-ring with a thin coat
of lithium soap based grease.