Coolant - Yamaha YZFR1V(C) Owner's Manual

12. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
NOTE:
After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient.
CAUTION:
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
13. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
14. Insert the projection into the slot,
and slide the cowling into its origi-
nal position.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
1. Slot
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2. Projection
15. Install and tighten the quick fasten-
er screws, and then install the bolt.

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 sur-
NOTE:
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2. Check the coolant level in the cool-
NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
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face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in an incorrect
reading.
ant reservoir.
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