2018 YAMAHA MT-03 check engine light

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-11
6
a
ddition, do not use oils la bele d
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
z Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
11. Install the cowling by installing the bolts.
12. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
TIP
After the engine is started, the engine
oil pressure warning light should go off.
NOTICE
ECA20860
If the oil pressure warnin g li ght flick-
ers or remains on even if the oil level
is correct, imme diately turn the en-
g ine off an d have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
13. Turn the engine off, wait a few minutes until the oil settles, and
then check the oil level and cor-
rect it if necessary.
EAU20071
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.
EAU38176To check the coolant level1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
zThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
z Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.
TIP
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Coolant reservoir
1
2
3
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6-35
6
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
6. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in.
7. Install the rear fender lower panel by installing the bolts and screws.
8. Install the mudguard by installing the quick fasteners.
EAU24351
Supportin g the motorcycle
Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motorcy-
cle is in a stable and level position be-
fore starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy- cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing a
jack under the frame in front of the
rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light bulb socket
2
1
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10
Index
A
ABS ....................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light......................................... 6-33
B
Battery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-19
Brake pedal........................................... 3-14
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-24
Canister................................................... 6-8
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-18
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-11
D
Data recording, vehicle ........................... 9-3
Diagnostic connector.............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch ...................................... 3-11
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-24
Drive chain slack................................... 6-22
E
Engine break-in....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-20
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing.................................... 6-30
H
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-32
Helmet holders...................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light........................ 3-2 Horn switch .......................................... 3-12
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system............... 3-23
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2
L
License plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-34
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-22
M
Main 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 ........................ 3-4
N
Neutral indicator light ............................. 3-2
O
Oil pressure warning light ....................... 3-2
P
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Pass switch .......................................... 3-11
S
Safety information .................................. 1-1
Seats .................................................... 3-18
Shifting ................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................ 3-13
Shift timing indicator light....................... 3-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting............................................. 3-21
Sidestand ............................................. 3-23
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-7
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Start switch .......................................... 3-12
Steering, checking................................ 6-28
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment .......................... 3-21
Supporting the motorcycle................... 6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-27
T
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-33
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .................... 6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking........... 6-14
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit.................................................... 6-2
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