Periodic Checks And Adjustments; Introduction; Maintenance Intervals Chart; Periodic Maintenance/Lubrication Intervals - Yamaha MZ360 Service Manual

PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS

INTRODUCTION

This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended checks and adjustments.
These preventive maintenance procedures, if followed, will ensure more reliable machine operation
and a longer service life. The need for costly overhaul work will be greatly reduced. This information
applies to machines already in service as well as new machines that are being prepared for sale. All
service technicians should be familiar with this entire chapter.

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS CHART

Proper periodic maintenance is important. Especially important are the maintenance services
related to emissions control. These controls not only function to ensure air filter but are also vital to
proper engine operation and maximum performance.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS

Item
• Check condition.
Spark plug • Clean and replace if nec-
essary.
• Check fuel level and leak-
Fuel
age.
• Check fuel hose for cracks
Fuel hose or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil
• Replace.
• Clean.
Air filter/foam
• Check condition and
element
replace if necessary.
• Check condition.
Spark arrester • Clean and replace if nec-
essary.
• Clean and replace if nec-
Fuel tank filter
essary.
• Clean and replace if nec-
Fuel strainer
essary.
• Check breather hose for
Crankcase
cracks or damage.
breather hose
• Replace if necessary.
• Decarbonize cylinder
head.
Cylinder head
• More frequently if neces-
sary.
Valve clear- • Check and adjust when
ance engine is cold.
Pre-
Routine operation
check
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2-1
Initial
1 month 3 months 6 months
or 20 Hrs or 50 Hrs or 100 Hrs
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After every 500 Hrs. ( )
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Every
8
12 months
or 300 Hrs
9
10
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