Checking The Coolant Level; Checking The Cooling System - Yamaha YZF-R6 99 Service Manual

CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL/

CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM

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CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
S Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
S Make sure that the motorcycle is upright.
2. Check:
S coolant level
The coolant level should be between the
maximum level mark a and minimum level
marks b .
Below the minimum level mark ! Add the
recommended coolant to the proper level.
CAUTION:
S Adding water instead of coolant lowers the
antifreeze content of the coolant. If water is
used instead of coolant, check and correct
the antifreeze concentration of the coolant.
S Use only distilled water. Soft water may be
used if distilled water is not available.
3. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
4. Check:
S coolant level
NOTE:
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until it settles.
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CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM
1. Remove:
S bottom cowling
S side cowlings
Refer to "COWLINGS".
2. Check:
S radiator 1
S radiator inlet hose 2
S radiator outlet hose 3
S oil cooler 4
S oil cooler inlet hose 5
S oil cooler outlet hose 6
S water pump outlet hose 7
Cracks/damage ! Replace.
Refer to "COOLING SYSTEM" in chapter 5.
3. Install:
S side cowlings
S bottom cowling
Refer to "Cowlings".
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