Checking The Wheel Bearings; Battery - Yamaha MT-09 Owner's Manual

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.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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Battery

NOTICE
Use only the specified genuine
YAMAHA battery. Using a different
battery may cause the IMU to fail
and the engine to stall.
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1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Battery
3. Negative battery lead (black)
The battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 6-41.)
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,
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the battery lead connections need to
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be checked and, if necessary, tight-
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ened.
WARNING
 Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
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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
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
 Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
of water.
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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