User manual YAMAHA YZ426F-2000

[. . . ] 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! [. . . ] Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench, and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench. Tightening torque: Oil filter cartridge: 17 Nm (1. 7 m·kgf) _ EC000067 8. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt: 43 Nm (4. 3 m·kgf) CAUTION: G In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives with the oil or use oils of grade "CD" or higher. In addition, do not use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" or higher. 6-12 CAUTION: If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on, immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. _ _ 6 11. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary. Install the cowlings. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU04227 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride. 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. Remove the coolant reservoir by removing the bolts. Remove the coolant reservoir cap, and then turn the reservoir upsidedown to empty it. Install the coolant reservoir by installing the bolts. Pour the recommended coolant into the reservoir to the maximum level mark, and then install the cap and cover. Pour the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full. Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: 1:1 Recommended antifreeze: High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines Coolant quantity: Total amount: 2. 15 L Coolant reservoir capacity: 0. 44 L @ 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. 6 @ 16. Install the radiator cap, start the engine, let it idle for several minutes, and then turn it off. 6-16 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 17. 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. [. . . ] 5-2 Start switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Steering, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]