Checking The Cooling System; Changing The Coolant - Yamaha YZFR6X(C) 2008 Service Manual

the recommended coolant to the proper
level.
NOTE:
To access the coolant reservoir cap, remove
the right side panel. Refer to "GENERAL
CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
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CAUTION:
• Adding water instead of coolant lowers
the antifreeze content of the coolant. If
water is used instead of coolant check,
and if necessary, correct the antifreeze
concentration of the coolant.
• Use only distilled water. However, if dis-
tilled water is not available, soft water
may be used.
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3. Start the engine, warm it up for several
minutes, and then turn it off.
4. Check:
• Coolant level
NOTE:
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until it settles.
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CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM

1. Remove:
• Side cowling assembly
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page
4-1.
• Exhaust pipe assembly
Refer to "ENGINE REMOVAL" on page 5-
1.
2. Check:
• Radiator "1"
• Radiator inlet hose "2"
• Radiator inlet pipe "3"
• Thermostat outlet hose "4"
• Radiator outlet hose "5"
• Radiator outlet pipe "6"
• Oil cooler "7"
• Oil cooler outlet hose "8"
• Oil cooler inlet hose "9"
• Water pump outlet hose "10"
• Water pump inlet hose
• Water pump outlet pipe "11"
• Water jacket joint inlet hose "12"
• Water jacket joint "13"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Refer to and "OIL COOLER" on page 6-4.
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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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ENGINE
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