Changing The Coolant - Yamaha R6 2009 Service Manual

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3. Install:
• Exhaust pipe assembly
Refer to "ENGINE REMOVAL" on page 5-
1.
• Side cowling assembly
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page
4-1.
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CHANGING THE COOLANT

1. Remove:
• Side panel
• Upper side cowling
• Side cowling assembly
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page
4-1.
2. Remove:
• Radiator cap "1"
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WARNING
A hot radiator is under pressure. Therefore,
do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam
may be blown out, which could cause seri-
ous injury. When the engine has cooled,
open the radiator cap as follows:
Place a thick rag or a towel over the radia-
tor cap and slowly turn the radiator cap
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counterclockwise toward the detent to
allow any residual pressure to escape.
When the hissing sound has stopped,
press down on the radiator cap and turn it
counterclockwise to remove.
3. Remove:
• Coolant drain bolt (water pump) "1"
(along with the copper washer)
4. Disconnect:
• Water pump inlet hose "2"
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5. Drain:
• Coolant
(from the engine and radiator)
6. Remove:
• Coolant reservoir "1"
• Coolant reservoir cap "2"
7. Drain:
• Coolant
(from the coolant reservoir)
ENGINE
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