User manual YAMAHA XT225 LC

[. . . ] If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer. The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual. IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10130 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] Install the spark plug cap. EAU19671 Canister (for California only) 1 2 3 4 1. G Check each hose and canister for cracks or damage. G Make sure the vent hose is not blocked. Clean it if necessary. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 9 1. Overflow pipe This model is equipped with a canister to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor 6-11 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU19811 Engine oil element 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 and oil filter The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter element cleaned at the intervals specified in the General maintenance and lubrication chart. Place the vehicle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Wait a few minutes until the oil settles, and then check the oil level through the check window located at the bottom right side of the en- gine guard. Oil quantity: Without oil filter element removal: 1. 00 L (1. 06 US qt) (0. 88 Imp. qt) With oil filter element removal: 1. 10 L (1. 16 US qt) (0. 97 Imp. qt) ECA11620 G page (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel specification of "CD" or oils of a higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" or higher. Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase. 14. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary. Install the engine guard by installing the bolt. CAUTION: G In order to prevent clutch slip6-14 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU20840 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. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws. 1 1 2 3 4 2 3 1. Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame. 6. [. . . ] Department of Transportation, Washington, D. C. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 9-3 CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26560 Motorcycle noise regulation TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person. "AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW". These acts include tampering with the following systems; i. e. , modification, removal, etc. Exhaust system G Muffler G Exhaust pipe G Silencer Intake system G Air cleaner case G Air cleaner element G Intake duct 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9-4 CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26611 Maintenance record 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your motorcycle will be required to document that maintenance has been completed in accordance with the emissions warranty. [. . . ]