Coolant - Yamaha YZF-R6 Owner's Manual

14. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Oil change:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt)
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Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE
 In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of "CD" or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
"ENERGY CONSERVING II" or
higher.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
 Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
15. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
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After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if
the oil level is sufficient.
NOTICE
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on even if the oil level is
correct, immediately turn the engine
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off and have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.
16. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
17. Install the cowling.
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Coolant

The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
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 The
coolant
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
 Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.
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The coolant should be between the mi-
nimum and maximum level marks.
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level must be