2017 YAMAHA MT-10 maintenance

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4. If the engine oil is at or below the
minimum level mark, add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (and filter) 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap, the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase.
TIPSkip steps 4–6 if the oil filter cartridge isnot being replaced.
4. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench.
TIPAn oil filter wrench
is available at aYamaha dealer.
5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
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1. Oil filter cartridge
2. Oil filter wrench1 2
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TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properlyseated. 6. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench. 7. Install the engine oil drain bolt and
its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
8. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-tem have cooled down.NOTICE
ECA11621

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-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

Make sure that no foreign mate-rial enters the crankcase.
9. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
1. O-ring
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1. Torque wrenchTightening torque:Oil filter cartridge:
17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 12 lb·ft)
Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt:23 N·m (2.3 kgf·m, 17 lb·ft)
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Recommended engine oil:
Full synthetic
10W-40
Oil quantity:
Oil change:3.90 L (4.12 US qt, 3.43 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
4.10 L (4.33 US qt, 3.61 Imp.qt)
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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 oil pres-
sure warning light should go off if the oillevel is sufficient.NOTICE
ECA20860
If the oil pressure warning light flick-
ers or remains on even if the oil level
is correct, immediately turn the en-
gine off and have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.
10. Turn the engine off, wait a few min- utes until the oil settles, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
EAU20071
CoolantThe 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.
EAU20095
To check the coolant level1. 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. 3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
reservoir cap. WARNING! Re-
move only the coolant reservoir
cap. Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
[EWA15162]
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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mark, and then install the reservoir
cap. NOTICE: If coolant is not
available, use distilled water or
soft tap water instead. Do not
use hard water or salt water
since it is harmful to the engine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion. If water has been
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
[ECA10473]
EAU73983
To change the coolant1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and let the engine cool if nec-
essary.
2. Place a container under the engine to collect the used coolant.
3. Remove the radiator cap retaining bolt and radiator cap. WARNING!
Never attempt to remove the ra-
diator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10382]
4. Remove the coolant drain bolt and its gasket to drain the cooling sys-
tem.
5. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
1. Coolant reservoir cap
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Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
1. Radiator cap retaining bolt
2. Radiator cap
1. Coolant drain bolt
2. Gasket
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er A by removing the bolts and
quick fastener.
TIPThe quick fastener is removed by push-
ing in the center pin and then pulling thefastener out.
6. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
er B and coolant reservoir by re-
moving the bolts.
7. Remove the collars and coolant reservoir cap, and then turn the
coolant reservoir upside down to
empty it.
8. After the coolant is completely drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
9. Install the collars, coolant reservoir and its covers by placing them in
the original position, and then in-
stalling the bolts and quickfastner.
TIPThe quick fastener is installed by push-
ing out the center pin, inserting the fas-
tener into the cover, and then by
pushing the center pin flush with the
1. Quick fastener
2. Coolant reservoir cover A
3. Bolt
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1. Bolt
2. Coolant reservoir cover B
3. Coolant reservoir
4. Coolant reservoir cap
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1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Coolant reservoir
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fastener head.
10. Install the coolant drain bolt and its new gasket, and then tighten the
bolt to the specified torque.
11. Pour the specified amount of the recommended coolant into the ra-
diator and coolant reservoir. 12. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
13. Loosen the air bleed bolt to allow
any trapped air to escape from the
water pump.
14. When coolant begins to flow out, tighten the air bleed bolt to the specified torque.
15. Pour the specified coolant into the radiator until it is full.
16. Install the radiator cap.
17. Start the engine, let it idle for sev-
eral minutes, and then turn it off.
18. 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 and radiator cap retaining bolt.
19. Start the engine, and then check the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
Tightening torque:Coolant drain bolt:
10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lb·ft)
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: 1:1
Recommended antifreeze: High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator (including all routes):2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)1. Air bleed bolt
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Tightening torque: Air bleed bolt:10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lb·ft)
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EAU36765
Air filter elementThe air filter element must be replaced
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air
filter element.
EAU44735
Checking the en gine idling
speedCheck the engine idling speed and, if
necessary, have it corrected by a
Yamaha dealer.
EAU21386
Checking the throttle grip free
playMeasure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
Engine idling speed: 1200–1400 r/min
1. Throttle grip free playThrottle grip free play:3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
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EAU21402
Valve clearanceThe valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU64410
TiresTires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
EWA10504
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).

The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.WARNING
EWA10512
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle couldcause an accident.Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
1 person:Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi)
2 persons:
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi)
Maximum load*: 170 kg (375 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- go and accessories
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