2002 YAMAHA NEO115 checking oil

EAU00009
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY .................1-1
DESCRIPTION ...................................................2-1
Left view .............................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................2-2
Controls and instruments ...................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ....3-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................................3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................3-2
Fuel gauge ........................................................3-2
Handlebar switches ...........................................3-3
Front brake lever ...............................................3-4
Rear brake lever ................................................3-4
Fuel tank cap .....................................................3-4
Fuel ...................................................................3-5
Starter (choke) lever ..........................................3-6
Kickstarter .........................................................3-6
Seat ...................................................................3-6
Helmet box ........................................................3-7
Convenience hook .............................................3-8
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............................4-1
Pre-operation check list .....................................4-1OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting and warming up a cold engine .............5-1
Starting a warm engine .....................................5-2
Starting off .........................................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ...........................5-3
Braking ..............................................................5-3
Engine break-in .................................................5-4
Parking ..............................................................5-5
General note ......................................................5-6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR................................................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit ..................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......6-2
Removing and installing the cowling and
panels ............................................................6-4
Checking the spark plug ....................................6-7
Engine oil and oil strainer ..................................6-9
Final transmission oil .......................................6-11
Cleaning the air filter element, V-belt case
air filter elements, and check hoses ............6-13
Adjusting the carburetor ..................................6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................6-17
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...............6-17
Adjusting the valve clearance .........................6-18
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Engine oil and oil strainer The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil strainer
cleaned at the intervals specified 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-
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, remove the oil filler cap, wipe
the dipstick clean, insert it back
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove it
again to check the oil level.
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.
1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Dipstick
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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NOTE:_ Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated. _7. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the engine
oil filler cap.
ECA00105
CAUTION:_

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 grade “CD”
or higher. In addition, do not
use oils labeled “ENERGY CON-
SERVING II” or higher.


Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
_8. 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.
9. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
EAU04228*
Final transmission oil The final transmission case must be
checked for oil leakage before each
ride. If any leakage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the
motorcycle. In addition, the final trans-
mission oil must be changed as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Start the engine, warm it up by
riding the motorcycle for several
minutes, and then stop the engine.
2. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
3. Place an oil pan under the final
transmission case to collect the
used oil. Tightening torques:
Engine oil drain bolt A:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf)
Engine oil drain bolt B:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.8 L
Total amount (dry engine):
0.9 L1. Oil filler cap
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Checking the brake fluid level Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake flu-
id level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake level is low, be sure to check the
brake pads for wear and the brake sys-
tem for leakage.Observe these precautions:


When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the mas-
ter cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars.


Use only the recommended quali-
ty brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
NOTE:_ If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can be
used. _

Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.


Be careful that water does not en-
ter the master cylinder when refill-
ing. Water will significantly lower
the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.


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 mark
Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the brake master
cylinder and caliper as well as the
brake hose replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are dam-
aged or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.


Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
EAU00770*
Checking the V-belt The V-belt must be checked by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.NOTE:_ It is recommended to replace the V-belt
every 25,000 km. _
EAU02962
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
EW000112
WARNING
_ Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions. _Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
EW000114
WARNING
_ If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. _
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.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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