Checking The Steering; Checking The Wheel Bearings; Battery - Yamaha XP500A Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Checking the steering

Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
1
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
2
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
3
stand. WARNING! To avoid inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no danger of it falling
4
over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front
5
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
6
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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8
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Checking the wheel bearings

The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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Battery

The battery is located under panel B.
(See page 7-7.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
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