2006 YAMAHA RHINO 660 engine oil

8-27 1. Engine oil drain bolt
1. Vis de vidange d’huile moteur
1. Perno de vaciado del aceite del motor
1. Oil filter cartridge 2. Oil filter wrench
1. Cartouche de filtre à huile 2. Clé pour filtre à huile
1. Cartucho del filtro de aceite 2. Llave para filtros de aceite
To change the engine oil (with or without oil fil-
ter cartridge replacement)
1. Remove the console. (See page 8-21 for
console removal and installation proce-
dures.)
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect
the used oil, and then remove the engine oil
filler cap.
4. Remove the engine oil drain bolt to drain the
oil from the crankcase.NOTE:_ Skip steps 5–7 if the oil filter cartridge is not being
replaced. _5. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter
wrench.NOTE:_ An oil filter wrench is available at a nearby
Yamaha dealer. _
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8-29 1. O-ring
1. Joint torique
1. Junta tórica
1. Oil filter cartridge 2. Torque wrench
1. Cartouche de filtre à huile 2. Clé dynamométrique
1. Cartucho del filtro de aceite 2. Llave dinamométrica
6. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-ring of
the new oil filter cartridge.NOTE:_ Make sure the O-ring is seated properly. _7. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil fil-
ter wrench, and then tighten it to the specified
torque with a torque wrench.
8. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.
9. Add the specified amount of recommended
engine oil, and then install the engine oil filler
cap and tighten it. Tightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf)
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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.
_
Recommended engine oil:
See page 10-2.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
1.90 L (1.67 Imp qt, 2.01 US qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.00 L (1.76 Imp qt, 2.11 US qt)
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10. Start the engine and warm it up for several
minutes. While warming up, check for oil
leakage. If oil leakage is found, turn the en-
gine off immediately and check for the cause.
11. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil
level and correct it if necessary.
12. Install the console.
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8-99
EVU01490
Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the outer cov-
ering of control cables becomes damaged.
Cables can also become frayed or kinked. Op-
eration of controls could be restricted, which
could cause an accident or injury.Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If
the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha
dealer to replace them.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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3. Remove the spark plug, pour about one ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark
plug. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the
engine over several times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil.
4. Lubricate all control cables.
5. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe outlet
to prevent moisture from entering.
7. If storing in a humid or salt-air atmosphere,
coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light
film of oil. Do not apply oil to any rubber parts
or the seat covers.
8. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it in
a dry place and recharge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an excessively warm
or cold place (less than 0°C (30°F) or more
than 30°C (90°F)).NOTE:_ Make any necessary repairs before storing the ve-
hicle. _
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10-1
EVU01050
1-SPECIFICATIONS
Model YXR66FAV
Dimensions:
Overall length 2,885 mm (113.6 in)
Overall width 1,385 mm (54.5 in)
Overall height 1,853 mm (73.0 in)
Seat height 818 mm (32.2 in)
Wheelbase 1,910 mm (75.2 in)
Ground clearance 280 mm (11.02 in)
Minimum turning radius 3,900 mm (153.5 in)
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 506.0 kg (1,116 lb)
For Europe: 519.0 kg (1,144 lb)
Noise and vibration level:
Noise level (77/311/EEC) (for Europe) 81.2 dB(A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008) (for Europe) Will not exceed 0.5 m/s
2
Vibration on steering wheel (EN1032, ISO5008)
(for Europe)Will not exceed 2.5 m/s
2
Engine:
Engine type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement 660.0 cm
3
Bore
× stroke 100.0
× 84.0 mm (3.94
× 3.31 in)
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10
Compression ratio 9.10 :1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sump
Engine oil:
Type
Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or higherModel YXR66FAV
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
CAUTION:
In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the en-
gine 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.
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