2007 YAMAHA FZ6 N air filter

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6 the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be reduced.
12. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
13. Install the radiator cap, radiator
cap retainer and radiator cap re-
taining bolt.
14. Start the engine, let it idle for sev-
eral minutes, and then turn it off.
15. Remove the radiator cap to check
the coolant level in the radiator. If
necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the top of the radia-
tor, and then install the radiator
cap, radiator cap retainer and radi-
ator cap retaining bolt.16. Check the coolant level in the res-
ervoir. If necessary, remove the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then install the cap.
17. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
EAU34423
Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-15.)
2. Remove the fuel tank bolts, and
then lift the fuel tank away from the
air filter case.
3. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
1. Radiator cap retaining bolt
2. Radiator cap
3. Radiator cap retainer
1. Bolt
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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64. Pull the air filter element out.
5. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
ECA10480


Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.


The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) maybecome excessively worn.
6. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
7. Place the fuel tank in the original
position and install the bolts.WARNING
EWA12462


Before placing the fuel tank in
the original position, make sure
that all hoses (i.e., fuel hose,
fuel tank breather hose, fuel
tank overflow hose) are not
damaged, that they are properly
connected and routed, and that
they are not pinched.


If any hose is damaged, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the hose
before starting the engine, oth-erwise fuel may leak.
WARNING
EWA12471
Be sure to place the hoses in theiroriginal position as shown.
8. Install the seat.
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
2. Air filter case
1. Hose
1. Original position (paint mark)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2095 mm (82.5 in)
Overall width:
755 mm (29.7 in)
Overall height:
1085 mm (42.7 in)
Seat height:
795 mm (31.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1440 mm (56.7 in)
Ground clearance:
145 mm (5.71 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2800 mm (110.2 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
201.0 kg (443 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement:
600.0 cm³
Bore × stroke:
65.5 × 44.5 mm (2.58 × 1.75 in)
Compression ratio:
12.20 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE10W30, SAE10W40, SAE15W40,
SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.50 L (2.64 US qt) (2.20 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.27 L (0.29 US qt) (0.24 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
2.00 L (2.11 US qt) (1.76 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
19.4 L (5.13 US gal) (4.27 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.6 L (0.95 US gal) (0.79 Imp.gal)Fuel injector:Manufacturer:
DENSO
Model/quantity:
0290 x 4Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR9EK
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
86/44 (1.955)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
46/16 (2.875)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-12
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-14
Caution, matte color ................................ 7-1
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-11
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-19
Coolant.................................................. 6-10DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-10
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-23
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-22EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-15
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-7
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-20Front fork, checking .............................. 6-27
Fuel....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-30
HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-10
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-31
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-18
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLCD tachometer ..................................... 3-5
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-33MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-5NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3OOil level warning light.............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing................ 6-6Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-10
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch .......................... 6-20SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-15
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-16
Sidestand .............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-10
Steering, checking................................. 6-27
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-16
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-34
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-26TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-32
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Tires ...................................................... 6-16
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-39
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