User manual YAMAHA FZS1000-2002

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL FZS1000 5LV-28199-E1 EAU03338 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!As the owner of an FZS1000, you are benefiting from Yamaha's vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your FZS1000. The owner's manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury. [. . . ] Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engine. G If water has been used instead of coolant, replace it with coolant as soon as possible, otherwise the engine may not be sufficiently cooled and the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion. G 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. NOTE: G The radiator fan is automatically switched on or off according to the coolant temperature in the radiator. G If the engine overheats, see page 6-45 for further instructions. _ _ To change the coolant 1. Place the motorcycle on the centerstand and let the engine cool if necessary. (See pages 6-5 and 6-6 for panel removal and installation procedures. ) 3. Place a container under the engine to collect the used coolant. _ 6-13 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 8. Pour the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full. Recommended antifreeze: High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: 1:1 Coolant quantity: Total amount: 2. 4 L Coolant reservoir capacity: 0. 3 L 1. Remove the radiator cap. EW000067 WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. _ _ 5. Remove the coolant drain bolt to drain the cooling system. After the coolant is completely drained, thoroughly flush the cooling system with clean tap water. Install the coolant drain bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. NOTE: Check the washer for damage and replace it if necessary. _ _ 6 Tightening torque: Coolant drain bolt: 7 Nm (0. 7 m·kgf) 6-14 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EC000080 _ 6 CAUTION: G 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. G If water has been used instead of coolant, replace it with coolant as soon as possible, otherwise the engine may not be sufficiently cooled and the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion. G 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. 9. Install the radiator cap, start the engine, let it idle for several minutes, and then turn it off. Remove the radiator cap to check the coolant level in the radiator. If necessary, add sufficient coolant until it reaches the top of the radiator, and then install the radiator cap. Check the coolant level in the reservoir. If necessary, remove the coolant reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the cap. [. . . ] 6-33 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Wheel (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40 Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]