Engine Oil And Oil Filter Cartridge; Canister (For California Only) - Yamaha Vmax VMX12N Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is l/4-1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.
To carburetor
Canister

Canister (for California only)

This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere.
l Check each hose connection.
Check each hose and canister for
l
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
l Make sure the vent hose is not
blocked. Clean it if necessary.
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Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
NOTE:
Make sure that the motorcycle is posi-
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tioned 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.
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