2015 YAMAHA XVS1300CU coolant

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-14
6
TIPMake sure that the coolant reservoir
breather hose is properly routed
through the guide.
EAU33032
Changin g the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove the ra diator cap when the en gine is
hot.
[EWA10382] EAU42443
Replacin
g the air filter ele-
mentThe 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 air filter case cover by removing the bolts.
2. Pull the air filter element out. 3. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The en gine shoul d never
b e operated without the air filter
element installed , otherwise the
piston(s) an d/or cylin der(s) may
b ecome excessively worn.
[ECA10482]
4. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the bolts.
1. Guide
2. Coolant reservoir breather hose
12
1. Air filter case cover
2. Bolt
1. Air filter element
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6
En
gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press down on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:2535 mm (99.8 in)
Overall width:
860 mm (33.9 in)
Overall height: 1130 mm (44.5 in)
Seat height: 670 mm (26.4 in)
Wheelbase:
1755 mm (69.1 in)
Ground clearance: 150 mm (5.91 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3400 mm (133.9 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
293 kg (646 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement: V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement: 1304 cm³
Bore × stroke:
100.0 × 83.0 mm (3.94 × 3.27 in)
Compression ratio: 9.5 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.40 L (3.59 US qt, 2.99 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.45 L (0.48 US qt, 0.40 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 2.10 L (2.22 US qt, 1.85 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol (E10)
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 15.0 L (3.96 US gal, 3.30 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
5.0 L (1.32 US gal, 1.10 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark: 3D8D 40Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR7A-9
Spark plug gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:1.556 (70/45)
Final drive:
Belt
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.258 (70/31)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.769 (36/13)
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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8-3
8
Tail/brake light:LED
Front turn signal light: LED
Rear turn signal light:
LED
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 2
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LEDFuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 20.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
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10
INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-20
Brake lever.............................................. 3-9
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-18
Brake light switches ............................. 6-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-10CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-12
Clutch lever............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-17
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-3DDimmer switch........................................ 3-7
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19 Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Fuel ...................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ........ 3-12
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-10
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-7
Hazard switch ........................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
Helmet holder....................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................ 3-8IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-16
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light ................................ 6-32MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-4NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2OOil level warning light ............................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8 Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-7
RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-25
RESET switch ......................................... 3-8SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-13
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-8
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................... 3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-15
Sidestand.............................................. 3-16
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-8
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking ................................ 6-26
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-33
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-25TThrottle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-35
Turn signal indicator light ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light and tail/brake light...... 6-32
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-7
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