User manual YAMAHA TD-12

[. . . ] In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer. The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first! IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] In addition, the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Place the motorcycle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. NOTE: G The coolant level must be checked on a cold engine since the level varies with engine temperature. G Make sure that the motorcycle is positioned straight up when checking the coolant level. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. _ _ 1. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. NOTE: The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks. _ _ 3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove panel B (See page 6-6 for panel removal and installation procedures. ), remove the reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap and the panel. Coolant reservoir capacity: 0. 3 L 6 6-12 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. If necessary, add sufficient coolant until it reaches the top of the radiator, and then install the radiator cap and the cap retaining bolt. 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. Install the fuel tank. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EWA00052 _ WARNING Before installing the fuel tank, make sure that the fuel hoses are not damaged. If any fuel hose is damaged, do not start the engine but have a Yamaha dealer replace the hose, otherwise fuel may leak. G Make sure that the fuel hoses are properly connected and routed, and not pinched. G Be sure to place the fuel tank breather hose in the original position. G 1. Bolt (× 2 on each side) EAU04431* 1. Screw (× 8) Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Clean the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. (See page 3-11 for seat removal and installation procedures. ) 2. [. . . ] 8-1 Speedometer unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Start switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Steering, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]