2000 YAMAHA YZF600 engine oil

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-10
6 2. With the engine stopped, check
the oil level through the level win-
dow located at the lower part of
the right side crankcase cover.
NOTE:@ Wait a few minutes until the oil level
settles before checking. @3. The oil level should be between
maximum and minimum marks. If
the level is low, fill the engine with
sufficient oil to reach the specified
level.Engine oil and oil filter cartridge re-
placement
1. Remove cowling A. (See page 6-5
for removal and installation proce-
dures.)
2. Remove the cowling stay.
3. Warm up the engine for several
minutes.
4. Stop the engine. Place an oil pan
under the engine and remove the
oil filler cap.
5. Remove the drain bolt and drain
the oil.6. Remove the oil filter by using an oil
filter wrench.
NOTE:@ An oil filter wrench is available at a
nearby Yamaha dealer. @7. Reinstall the drain bolt and tighten
it to the specified torque.
1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Engine oil drain boltLeft side view
1. Oil filter cartridge
2. Oil filter wrenchTightening torque:
Drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kg)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-11
68. Apply a light coat of engine oil to
the O-ring of the new oil filter.
NOTE:@ Make sure the O-ring is seated proper-
ly. @9. Install the oil filter and tighten it to
the specified torque with an oil fil-
ter wrench.NOTE:When installing the oil filter, tighten it to
the proper torque by using a torque
wrench.
10. Fill the engine with sufficient oil to
reach the specified level. Install
the oil filler cap and tighten it.
EC000066
CAUTION:@ l
Do not put in any chemical addi-
tives. Engine oil also lubricates
the clutch and additives could
cause clutch slippage.
l
Be sure no foreign material en-
ters the crankcase.
@
11. Start the engine and warm it up for
several minutes. While warming
up, check for oil leakage. If oil
leakage is found, stop the engine
immediately and check for the
cause.NOTE:@ After the engine is started, the oil level
indicator light should go off if the oil is at
the specified level. @
EC000067
CAUTION:@ If the indicator light flickers or re-
mains on, immediately stop the en-
gine and consult with a Yamaha
dealer. @12. Install the cowling stay and cowl-
ing.
1. O-ring
Tightening torque:
Oil filter:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kg)
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
3.5 L
Periodic oil change:
2.6 L
With oil filter replacement:
2.9 L
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-16
6 5. Pull out the air filter.
6. Remove the air filter from its guide
and clean it with solvent. After
cleaning, squeeze the air filter to
remove the remaining solvent.7. Apply recommended oil to the en-
tire surface of the filter and
squeeze out the excess oil. The air
filter should be wet but not drip-
ping.
EC000082
CAUTION:@ l
Make sure the air filter is prop-
erly seated in the air filter case.
l
The engine should never be run
without the air filter installed.
Excessive piston and/or cylin-
der wear may result.
@8. Reverse the removal procedures
for installation.
EW000131
WA R N I N G
@ Make sure that the fuel hoses and
vacuum hose are properly connect-
ed, in place and not pinched. If a
hose is damaged, be sure to replace
it. @
1. Air filter element
2. Air filter guide
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W30 type SE motor oil
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-28
6
EAU03006
Drive chain lubricationThe chain consists of many parts which
work with each other. If the chain is not
maintained properly, it will wear out
quickly. Therefore, the chain must be
serviced regularly. This service is es-
pecially necessary when riding in dusty
areas. This motorcycle is equipped
with a sealed type chain. Steam clean-
ing, high-pressure washers, and sol-
vents can damage the drive chain, so
do not use these for cleaning it. Use
only kerosene to clean the drive chain.
Wipe it dry, and thoroughly lubricate it
with SAE 30 ~ 50W motor oil. Do not
use any other lubricants on the drive
chain. They may contain solvents that
could damage the sealed chain.
EC000097
CAUTION:@ Be sure to oil the chain after wash-
ing the motorcycle or riding in the
rain. @
EAU02962
Cable inspection and
lubrication
EW000112
WA R N I N G
@ Damage to the outer housing of ca-
bles may lead to internal rusting and
interfere with the cable movement.
Replace damaged cables as soon as
possible to prevent unsafe condi-
tions. @Lubricate the cables and cable ends. If
a cable does not operate smoothly, ask
a Yamaha dealer to replace it.
EAU00773
Throttle cable and grip
lubricationThe throttle twist grip assembly should
be greased at the time that the cable is
lubricated, since the grip must be re-
moved to get at the end of the throttle
cable. After removing the screws, hold
the end of the cable up in the air and
put in several drops of lubricant. With
the throttle grip disassembled, coat the
metal surface of the grip assembly with
a suitable all-purpose grease.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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6
EAU02984
Brake and shift pedal
lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
EAU02985
Brake and clutch lever
lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
EAU02986
Sidestand lubricationLubricate the sidestand pivoting point
and metal-to-metal contact surfaces.
Check that the sidestand moves up
and down smoothly.
EW000113
WA R N I N G
@ If the sidestand does not move
smoothly, consult a Yamaha dealer. @
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
71. Clean your motorcycle with cold
water and soap after the engine
has cooled down.
ECA00012
CAUTION:@ Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of the
salt. @2. Be sure to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces
to prevent corrosion.After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing it or covering it.
EWA00001
WA R N I N G
@ Make sure that there is no oil or wax
on the brakes and tires. If neces-
sary, clean the brake discs and lin-
ings with a regular brake disc
cleaner or acetone, and wash the
tires with warm water and mild soap.
Then, carefully test the motorcycle
for its braking performance and cor-
nering behavior. @
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-5
7a. Remove the spark plug caps and
spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the
spark plugs and place the spark
plugs on the cylinder head so that
the electrodes are grounded. (This
will limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs, install the spark
plugs and then the spark plug
caps.
EWA00003
WARNING
@ When turning the engine over, be
sure to ground the spark plug elec-
trodes to prevent damage or injury
from sparking. @
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering.9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0 °C or more than
30 °C). For more information, see
“Battery storage” in the chapter
“PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIRS”.
NOTE:@ Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle. @
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8-1
8
EAU01038
8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications01E
Model YZF600R
Dimensions
Overall length 2,060 mm (for F, E, I, GR)
2,145 mm
(except for F, E, I, GR)
Overall width 725 mm
Overall height 1,190 mm
Seat height 805 mm
Wheelbase 1,415 mm
Ground clearance 135 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,200 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
212 kg (except for A, CH, S)
214 kg (for A, CH, S)
Engine
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
4-cylinder
Displacement 599 cm
3
Bore ´ Stroke 62.0 ´ 49.6 mm
Compression ratio 12:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Periodic oil change 2.6 L
With oil filter replacement 2.9 L
Total amount 3.5 L
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚
40˚50˚C
SAE 10W/30
SAE 15W/40SAE 20W/40SAE 20W/50
SAE 10W/40
CAUTION:Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-fric-
tion modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“Energy Conserving”) contain anti-friction additives
which will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage,
resulting in reduced component life and poor engine
performance.
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