Yamaha TMax XP500 Owner's Manual page 83

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8 8 Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
8 8 After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the
hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the
cap.
Wait until the Check the coolant level in the
engine has cooled. reservoir and radiator.
NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
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The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
The coolant level
is OK.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
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Have a Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
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