2002 YAMAHA XT500E oil pressure

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EAU01114
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check list
Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel•Check fuel level in fuel tank.
•Refuel if necessary.
•Check fuel line for leakage.3-6–3-7
Engine oil•Check oil level in engine.
•If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
•Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-10–6-13
Front brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check lever free play.
•Adjust if necessary.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-5, 6-21–6-24
Rear brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-5, 6-21–6-24
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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*Brake hoses•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-5.)Every 4 years
9*Wheels•Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
•Tighten spokes if necessary.√√√√
10*Tires•Check tread depth and for damage.
•Replace if necessary.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
11*Wheel bearings•Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
12*Swingarm•Check operation and for excessive play.√√√√
13 Drive chain•Check chain slack.
•Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
•Clean and lubricate.Every 500 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain
14*Steering bearings•Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Every 20,000 km
15*Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√ √
16 Sidestand•Check operation.
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
17*Sidestand switch•Check operation.√√√√√ √
18*Front fork•Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
19*Shock absorber
assembly•Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EC000076
cCAfter changing the engine oil, be
sure to check the oil pressure as
described below.11. Remove the air bleed screw, and
then start the engine. If oil does
not seep out of the hole after a
few minutes, immediately stop
the engine and have a Yamaha
dealer check for the cause. If oil
seeps out of the hole, turn the
engine off and install the air
bleed screw.12. 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.
13. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
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1. Air bleed screw
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Cleaning the air filter
elementAir filter element, cleaningThe air filter element should be
cleaned at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. Clean the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in
unusually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-8
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws, and
then pull the air filter element
out.
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1
1. Screw (×7)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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NOTE:
Make sure that both adjusting plates
are in the same position for proper
wheel alignment.
EC000096
cCImproper drive chain slack will
overload the engine as well as
other vital parts of the motorcycle
and can lead to chain slippage or
breakage. To prevent this from
occurring, keep the drive chain
slack within the specified limits.3. Tighten the axle nut and the
brake caliper bracket bolt to the
specified torques.2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
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cCDo not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
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Lubricating the drive chainDrive chain, lubricatingThe drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly
wear out, especially when riding in
dusty or wet areas. Service the drive
chain as follows.
EC000097
cCThe drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain.1. Clean the drive chain with
kerosene and a small soft brush.
ECA00053
cCTo prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.
Tightening torques:
Axle nut:
105 Nm (10.5 m0kgf)
Brake caliper bracket bolt:
48 Nm (4.8 m0kgf)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
90 kg load–Maximum
load*
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Off-road riding
Front 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 1.25 bar)
Rear 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 1.25 bar)
High speed riding
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 21 ×1.85
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 17 ×MT2.50 or
17 M/C ×MT2.50Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (new monocross)
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 225 mm
Rear 200 mm
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