User manual YAMAHA YZF-600RK

[. . . ] 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 EAU10131 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] This model is equipped with a canister to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor into the atmosphere. Before operating this vehicle, make sure to check the following: G Check each hose connection. G Check each hose and canister for cracks or damage. G Make sure that the canister breather is not blocked, and if necessary, clean it. 6-13 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NOTE: The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase. 1. 4. Engine oil level check window Maximum level mark Minimum level mark Engine oil filler cap 1. Engine oil drain bolt NOTE: An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. 4. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. NOTE: The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks. 1. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove cowling B. Remove the reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap. 6-16 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 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. EWA10380 3. Place a container under the engine to collect the used coolant. Remove the radiator cap. EWA10380 WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. WARNING 1. Coolant reservoir cap Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. NOTE: G The radiator fans are automatically switched on or off according to the coolant temperature in the radiator. G If the engine overheats, see page 6-48 for further instructions. EAU42980 Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum level mark): 0. 25 L (0. 26 US qt) (0. 22 Imp. qt) ECA10471 CAUTION: G 6 1. Radiator cap 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. [. . . ] 3-3 Cowlings and panels, removing and installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 I Identification numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 K Key identification number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 L Labels, location of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 License plate light bulb, replacing . . . . . . . . . 6-41 Luggage strap holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 D Dimmer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating. . . . 6-30 Drive chain slack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]