2008 YAMAHA YZF-R6 oil filter

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-14
6 11. Install the fuel tank breather/over-
flow hoses into the guides, then
place them in their original posi-
tion.
12. Install the shift arm by aligning the
match mark on the shift arm with
the match mark on the shift shaft
and installing the bolt, then tighten-
ing it to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
ECA15341
Be sure to align the match marks to
ensure proper shifting.If the match marks are not aligned,
the shift arm will not move correctly
and you may not be able to shift up
or down.
13. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.NOTE:Check the washer for damage and re-place it if necessary.14. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
NOTE:
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-tem have cooled down.CAUTION:
ECA11620


In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
1. Torque wrenchTightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
1. Bolt
2. Shift shaft
3. Match marks
4. Shift arm
Tightening torque:
Shift arm bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt) (2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2040 mm (80.3 in)
Overall width:
705 mm (27.8 in)
Overall height:
1100 mm (43.3 in)
Seat height:
850 mm (33.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1380 mm (54.3 in)
Ground clearance:
130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3600 mm (141.7 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
185.0 kg (408 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement:
599.0 cm³
Bore × stroke:
67.0 × 42.5 mm (2.64 × 1.67 in)
Compression ratio:
13.10 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt) (2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
2.30 L (2.43 US qt) (2.02 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
17.3 L (4.57 US gal) (3.81 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type/quantity:
41EIDW/1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR10EK
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:
85/41 (2.073)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
45/16 (2.813)
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-40SAE 10W-50
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INDEXAAir filter element .................................... 6-19
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-13
Auxiliary light ......................................... 6-38BBattery................................................... 6-32
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-25
Brake lever ............................................ 3-16
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-28
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-19
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-23
Coolant.................................................. 6-15
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing ......................... 6-7DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-27
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-26EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-12
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-14
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-7EXUP system ....................................... 3-26
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-24
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-21
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-31
Fuel....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-18
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-14
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-15
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-35
Helmet holding cable ............................ 3-20
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-27
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-37
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-26MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-7
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-24SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-15
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-23
Sidestand .............................................. 3-27
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-30
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-11
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-14
Steering, checking................................. 6-31
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-30TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-36
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-19
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