2000 YAMAHA YZF-R6 radiator

DESCRIPTION
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Right view11. Luggage strap holders (page 3-23)
12. Tool kit (page 6-1)
13. Fuses (page 6-34)
14. Rear brake fluid reservoir
15. Radiator cap (page 6-14)
16. Front brake fluid reservoir
17. Rear brake pedal (page 3-12)
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EC000080
CAUTION:@ Hard water or salt water is harmful
to the engine. You may use distilled
water if you can’t get soft water. @NOTE:@ If water is added, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the antifreeze content of the
coolant as soon as possible.
The radiator fan operation is complete-
ly automatic. It is switched on or off ac-
cording to the coolant temperature in
the radiator. @5. If your motorcycle overheats, see
page 6-42 for details.
EAU01612
Changing the coolant1. Remove panel C, cowling A and
cowling B. (See page 6-6 for re-
moval and installation proce-
dures.)
2. Place a container under the en-
gine.
3. Remove the radiator cap.4. Remove the water pump drain bolt
and drain the coolant from the wa-
ter pump housing.
5. Disconnect the radiator hose by
loosening the clamp and drain the
coolant completely.
6. Thoroughly flush the cooling sys-
tem with clean tap water.1. Radiator cap
1. Water pump drain bolt
2. Clamp bolt
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67. Connect the radiator hose and
tighten the clamp.
8. Retighten the drain bolt to the
specified torque. If the gasket is
damaged, replace it.
9. Remove the reservoir tank cover
by removing the bolts.10. Remove the reservoir tank by re-
moving the bolts.
11. Remove the reservoir tank cap
and turn the tank upside down to
empty it.
12. Install the reservoir tank.
13. Fill the reservoir tank with coolant
up to the maximum level, then in-
stall the cap and cover.
14. Pour the recommended coolant
into the radiator until it is full. Tightening torque:
Drain bolt:
12 Nm (1.2 m·kg)
1. Bolt (´ 2)
1. Bolt (´ 2)
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EC000080
CAUTION:@ Hard water or salt water is harmful
to the engine. You may use distilled
water if you can’t get soft water. @15. Install the radiator cap.
16. Run the engine several minutes to
recheck the coolant level in the ra-
diator. If it is low, fill with more
coolant until it reaches the top of
the radiator.17. Check for coolant leakage.
NOTE:@ If you find any leaks, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect. @18. Install the panel and the cowling. Recommended anti-freeze:
High quality ethylene glycol
anti-freeze containing corrosion
inhibitors for aluminum engines.
Antifreeze and water mix ratio:
1:1
Total amount:
2.15 L
Reservoir tank capacity:
0.44 L
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6 Battery storage
This motorcycle is equipped with a dig-
ital speedometer and the odometer
memory tends to drain the battery.
When the motorcycle is not used for a
month or longer, be sure to remove the
battery, fully charge it and store it in a
cool, dry place.
EC000102
CAUTION:@ l
Completely recharge the bat-
tery before storing. Storing a
discharged battery can cause
permanent battery damage.
l
Use a battery charger designed
for a sealed-type (MF) battery.
Using a conventional battery
charger will cause battery dam-
age. If you do not have a sealed-
type battery charger, contact
your Yamaha dealer.
l
Always make sure the connec-
tions are correct when reinstall-
ing the battery.
@
EAU01754
Fuse replacementThe fuse boxes are located under the
rider seat. If any fuse is blown, turn off
the main switch and the switch of the
circuit in question. Install a new fuse of
specified amperage. Turn on the
switches and see if the electrical device
operates. If the fuse immediately blows
again, consult a Yamaha dealer.
EC000103
CAUTION:@ Do not use fuses of higher amper-
age rating than those recommend-
ed. Substitution of a fuse of
improper rating can cause extensive
electrical system damage and pos-
sibly a fire. @
1. Ignition fuse
2. Headlight fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Spare fuse (´ 3)
5. Radiator fan fuse
6. Odometer fuse
1. Main fuse
2. Spare fuse
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EAU01822*
Headlight bulb replacementThis motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight.
If the headlight bulb burns out, replace
the bulb as follows:
1. Remove panel C. (See page 6-8
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Remove the headlight connector
and the bulb holder cover.3. Unhook the bulb holder and re-
move the defective bulb.
EW000119
WARNING
@ Keep flammable products and your
hands away from a bulb while it is
on, as it is hot. Do not touch a bulb
until it cools down. @4. Put a new bulb into position and
secure it in place with the bulb
holder. Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Headlight fuse: 20 A
Signaling system fuse: 20 A
Radiator fan fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15 A
Odometer fuse: 7.5 A
1. Connector
2. Bulb holder cover
1. Bulb holder
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5. Engine overheating
EW000070
WARNING
@ Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown
out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Open the radiator cap as follows. Wait until the engine has
cooled. Remove the radiator cap stopper by removing the screw. Place a thick rag like a towel over the radiator cap
and slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent. This procedure allows any residual pressure to escape.
When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning counterclockwise and remove it. @NOTE:@ If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is changed to the recom-
mended coolant as soon as possible. @
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir tank and/or radiator.
Level is OK.Level is low, check the
cooling system for leakage.
No
leakage.Leakage.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect
and repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the cooling system.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Bulb voltage, wattage ´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 2
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ´ 2
Meter light 12 V, 1.4 W ´ 2
Neutral indicator light LED
High beam indicator light LED
Turn indicator light LED
Fuel indicator light LED
Oil level/coolant temperature
indicator light LED
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 20 A
Radiator fan fuse 7.5 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Odometer fuse 7.5 A
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