Canister (For California Only); Engine Oil - Yamaha Star XVS11X Owner's Manual

Canister (for California only)

This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere.
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Check each hose connection.
G Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if dam-
aged.
G
Make sure the vent hose is not
blocked. Clean it if necessary.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Engine oil

The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt to the side can result in a
false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-left side of the crank-
case.
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NOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
4. If the engine oil is at or below the
To change the engine oil
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
6-10
minimum level mark, add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
to collect the used oil.
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