Checking And Lubricating The Cables; Lubricating The Levers And Pedals - Yamaha VMX12 2001 Service Manual

CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES/

LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS

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CHECKING THE WHEELS/
NOTE:
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After a tire or wheel has been changed or
replaced, always balance the wheel.
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CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the
cable sheaths and cables.
WARNING
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Damaged cable sheaths may cause the
cable to corrode and interfere with its
movement. Replace
sheaths and cables as soon as possible.
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1. Check:
• cable sheath
Damage → Replace.
2. Check:
• cable operation
Rough movement → Lubricate.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
NOTE:
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Hold the cable end upright and pour a few
drops of lubricant into the cable sheath or use
a suitable lubricating device.
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LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the levers and pedals.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium soap base grease
CHK
ADJ
damaged cable