2004 YAMAHA YFM660R engine

4-29 1. Fuel tank cap
1. Bouchon du réservoir de carburant
1. Tapón del depósito de combustible
EBU00092
Fuel tank cap
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
EBU00093
Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor.
The fuel cock has three positions.
OFF: With the lever in this position fuel will not
flow. Always turn the lever to this position
when the engine is not running.
ON: With the lever in this position, fuel flows to
the carburetor. Normal riding is done with
the lever in this position.
RES: This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel
while riding, turn the lever to this position.
THEN FILL THE FUEL TANK AT THE
FIRST OPPORTUNITY. After refuelling, re-
turn the fuel cock lever to the “ON” position.
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4-31 1. Starter (choke) “”
1. Starter (enrichisseur) “”
1. Starter (choke) “”
EBU00095
Starter (choke) “”
Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel
mixture. A separate starter circuit supplies this
mixture.
Move in direction
a to turn on the starter (choke).
Move in direction
b to turn off the starter (choke).
Refer to “Starting a cold engine” for proper opera-
tion. (See page 6-3.)
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5-1
EBU00113
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brakeCheck operation, lever free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-5–5-7,
8-63–8-71
Rear brakeCheck operation, fluid level and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-5–5-7,
8-63–8-69, 8-73
ClutchCheck operation, condition and lever free play. 8-81
Parking brakeCheck operation, condition and cable length. 8-75–8-77
FuelCheck fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9–5-11
Engine oilCheck oil level.
Fill with oil if necessary.5-13–5-15,
8-17–8-31
Coolant reservoirCheck coolant level in reservoir.
Fill with coolant if necessary.5-17–5-19,
8-33–8-43
Drive chainCheck chain slack and condition.
Adjust if necessary.5-19, 8-83–8-89
ThrottleCheck for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-21, 8-59
Wheels and tiresCheck tire pressure, wear and damage.5-23–5-29,
8-99–8-101
Fittings and fastenersCheck all fittings and fasteners. 5-21
Lights and switchesCheck for proper operation.5-21, 8-79,
8-111–8-121
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5-9
EBU00998*
Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.NOTE:_ (for Europe only)
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different brand
of gasoline or higher octane grade. _CAUTION:_ Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded
gasoline will cause severe damage to internal
engine parts, such as the valves and piston
rings, as well as to the exhaust system. _
Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline only
For Europe:Regular unleaded gasoline only
with a research octane number
of 91 or higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
12 L
Reserve:
2.6 L
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5-11 1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
1. Tube de remplissage du réservoir de carburant
2. Niveau de carburant
1. Tubo de llenado del depósito de combustible
2. Nivel de combustible
WARNING
_

Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is over-
filled, fuel could spill out due to heat from
the engine or the sun.


Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on
the engine or exhaust pipe which can
cause a fire and severe injury. Wipe up any
spilled fuel immediately.


Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.


Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed secure-
ly.
_
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5-13
EBU13250
Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Fill with oil as necessary. (See pages 8-17–8-31
for details.)
Recommended oil:
Recommended engine oil classification:
API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
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5-15
CAUTION:_

In order to prevent clutch slippage (since
the engine oil also lubricates the clutch),
do not mix any chemical additives. Do not
use oils with a diesel specification of “CD”
or oils of a higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.


Make sure that no foreign material enters
the crankcase.
_
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
1.9 L
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
1.95 L
Total amount:
2.3 L
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5-17
EBU13160
Coolant
Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir
when the engine is cold. (The coolant level will
vary with engine temperature.) The coolant level is
satisfactory if it is between the minimum and max-
imum level marks on the coolant reservoir. If the
coolant level is at or below the minimum level
mark, add distilled water to bring the level up to the
maximum level mark. Change the coolant every
two years. (See pages 8-33–8-43 for details.)CAUTION:_ Hard water or salt water is harmful to the en-
gine. You may use soft water if you cannot get
distilled water. _
Coolant reservoir capacity
(up to the maximum level mark):
0.29 L
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