2009 YAMAHA XJ6-N checking oil

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-11
Handlebar switches ......................3-11
Clutch lever ...................................3-13
Shift pedal .....................................3-13
Brake lever ...................................3-13
Brake pedal ..................................3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................3-14
Fuel ...............................................3-15
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-16
Catalytic converter ........................3-16
Seat ..............................................3-17
Helmet holder ...............................3-18
Storage compartment ...................3-18
Handlebar position ........................3-19
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-20Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-21
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing the
cowling and panels ..................... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-18Valve clearance ........................... 6-18
Tires ............................................. 6-19
Cast wheels ................................. 6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-29
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-29
Checking the front fork ................. 6-29
Checking the steering .................. 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-30
Battery ......................................... 6-31
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-32U20SE0E0.book Page 1 Friday, September 19, 2008 9:27 AM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-12
6 addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.


Make sure that no foreign mate-rial enters the crankcase.
10. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
TIPAfter the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if theoil level is sufficient.
NOTICE
ECA10400
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.
11. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
12. Install the cowling.
EAU20070
Coolant The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU46801
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.TIP

The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.


Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to theside can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the cool-
ant reservoir.
TIPThe coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.
1.“CD” specification
2.“ENERGY CONSERVING II”
1
2
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6 Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
TIPThe rear brake fluid reservoir is locatedbehind panel A. (See page 6-7.)
Observe these precautions:

When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.


Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.


Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.


Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.


As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU22731
Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses re-
placed at the intervals listed below or
whenever they are damaged or leak-
ing.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.


Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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6
EAU23101
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
sheath may interfere with proper ca-
ble operation and will cause the in-
ner cable to rust. Replace a
damaged cable as soon as possible
to prevent unsafe conditions.
[EWA10721]EAU23111
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
EAU44271
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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6
EAU23202
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
EWA10731
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-sulting in a possible loss of control.
EAUM1650
Lubricating the swingarm piv-
ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU23272
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-37BBattery................................................... 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-16
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-21
Coolant.................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-4
Cowling and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-7DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-25EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-9
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-12
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-29
Fuel....................................................... 3-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-16
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-14
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar position, adjusting ............... 3-19
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-33
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-18
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-21
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-36MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
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 ........................................... 3-12RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-22SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-17
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-19
Sidestand .............................................. 3-20
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-12
Steering, checking................................. 6-30
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-18
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-29TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-35
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
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