2001 YAMAHA XVZ1300TF checking oil

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-19
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EAU03719
Adjusting the front fork This front fork is equipped with air
valves for adjusting the spring rate.
EW000035
WARNING
_ Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and loss
of stability may result. _Adjust the spring rate as follows.
1. Place the motorcycle on the side-
stand.NOTE:_ When checking and adjusting the air
pressure, there should be no weight on
the motorcycle. _
2. Remove the air valve cap from
each fork leg.
3. Check the air pressure in each
fork leg with the air pressure
gauge included in the owner’s tool
kit.
4. To increase the spring rate and
thereby harden the suspension,
increase the air pressure with an
air pump. To decrease the spring
rate and thereby soften the sus-
pension, decrease the air pres-
sure by pushing each valve stem
down.
EC000012
CAUTION:_ Never exceed the maximum air pres-
sure, otherwise the front fork oil
seals may become damaged. _5. Securely install the air valve caps.
1. Front fork air valve cap
Spring rate:
Minimum (soft):
Air pressure =
0 kPa (0 kgf/cm
2, 0 bar)
Standard:
Air pressure =
0 kPa (0 kgf/cm2, 0 bar)
Maximum (hard):
Air pressure =
50 kPa (0.5 kgf/cm
2, 0.5 bar)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 7-3
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ..... 7-6
Checking the spark plugs .................................. 7-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........................ 7-12
Final gear oil ...................................................... 7-15
Checking the coolant level ................................. 7-15
Cleaning the air filter elements .......................... 7-17
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 7-19
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 7-20
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 7-21
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 7-21
Tires ................................................................... 7-21
Cast wheels ....................................................... 7-24
Clutch lever free play ......................................... 7-25
Adjusting the brake lever free play ..................... 7-25
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 7-26
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 7-26Checking the front and rear brake pads ............ 7-27
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ........ 7-28
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ................ 7-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 7-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 7-30
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............ 7-30
Checking the front fork ...................................... 7-31
Checking the steering ....................................... 7-31
Battery ............................................................... 7-32
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 7-33
Replacing the headlight bulb ............................. 7-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the
tail/brake light bulb .......................................... 7-36
Replacing the license plate light bulb ................ 7-37
Troubleshooting ................................................. 7-37
Troubleshooting charts ...................................... 7-38
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7-12
7
EAU01703
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 a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.NOTE:Make sure that the motorcycle is posi-
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.3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.
NOTE:@ The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks. @4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil filler cap
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7-14
7 8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
EC000072
CAUTION:@ l
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives with
the oil or use oils of a higher
grade than “CD”. In addition, do
not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.
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Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
@9. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.NOTE:@ After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient. @
EC000067
CAUTION:@ If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle. @10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary. Recommended engine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement:
3.5 L
With oil filter cartridge
replacement:
3.7 L
Total amount (dry engine):
4.3 L
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7-15
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EAU01220
Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If any
leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal-
er check and repair the motorcycle. In
addition, have a Yamaha dealer
change the final gear oil at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU03974
Checking the coolant level The coolant level should be checked as
follows before each ride. In addition,
the coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 7-9
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)NOTE:_ l
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
l
Make sure that the motorcycle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A slight
tilt to the side can result in a false
reading.
_
3. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:_ The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks. _
1. Final gear oil filler bolt
2. Final gear oil drain bolt
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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EAU03914
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels Insufficient brake or clutch fluid may al-
low air to enter the brake or clutch sys-
tems, possibly causing them to
become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake and
clutch fluids are above the minimum
level marks and replenish if necessary.
A low brake or clutch fluid level may in-
dicate brake or clutch system leakage
and/or worn brake pads. If the brake or
clutch levels are low, be sure to check
the brake or clutch systems for leakage
and the brake pads for wear.Observe these precautions:
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When checking the brake and
clutch fluid levels, make sure that
the top of each reservoir is level.
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Use only the recommended quali-
ty brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking or clutch
performance.
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Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking or clutch per-
formance.
l
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake or clutch fluid reser-
voir when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point
of the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
l
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
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As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
1. Minimum level markFront brake
1. Minimum level markRecommended brake and clutch
fluid: DOT 4 brake fluidRear brake
1. Minimum level markClutch
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EAU03984
Changing the brake and
clutch fluids Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake and clutch fluids at the intervals
specified in the NOTE after the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. In
addition, have the oil seals of the brake
and clutch master cylinders and cali-
pers as well as the brake and clutch
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.l
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
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Brake and clutch hoses: Replace
every four years.
EAU03370
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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EAU02939
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
EW000115
WARNING
@ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. @Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:@ If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. @
EAU00794
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
EW000115
WARNING
@ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. @
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