Important Information - Yamaha XVZ13TF 1999 Service Manual

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This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. primarily for use by Yamaha dealers
and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one manu-
al. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha vehicles
should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types of vehicles.
Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this knowledge is likely to render the ve-
hicle unsafe and unfit for use.
This model has been designed and manufactured to perform within certain specifications in regard to
performance and emissions. Proper service with the correct tools in necessary to ensure that the ve-
hicle will operate as designed. If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative that
you contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This policy
is intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from his vehicle and to conform with fed-
eral environmental quality objectives.
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all its models. Modifications and signifi-
cant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha dealers and
will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.
NOTE:
S This Service Manual contains information regarding periodic maintenance to the emission control
system. Please read this material carefully.
S Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations.
CAUTION:
NOTE:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to
the motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the
motorcycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage
to the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTICE