2018 YAMAHA MT-10 coolant level

Table of contentsSafety information........................... 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments................ 2-3
Special features ............................... 3-1
Cruise control system ..................... 3-1
D-mode (drive mode)...................... 3-3
Traction control system .................. 3-4
Quick shift system ...... .................... 3-6
Instrument and control
functions ........................................... 4-1
Immobilizer system ..... .................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................ 4-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-3
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................ 4-5
Multi-function meter unit ................. 4-8
Clutch lever................................... 4-16
Shift pedal..... ............................ .... 4-16
Brake lever ................................... 4-17
Brake pedal .................................. 4-17
ABS .............................................. 4-18
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-19
Fuel............................................... 4-19
Fuel tank overflow hose................ 4-21
Catalytic converter ........................ 4-21
Seat .............................................. 4-22 Adjusting the front fork ................. 4-23
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly................................... 4-24
Luggage strap holders . ................ 4-27
EXUP system ............................... 4-27
Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 4-28
Sidestand ..................................... 4-28
Ignition circuit cut- off system ........ 4-29
For your safety – pre-operation
checks .............................................. 5-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................ 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 6-3
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ....................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kits ............................. 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ....... 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 7-9
Canister ........................................ 7-10
Engine oil ..................................... 7-10 Coolant ........................................ 7-14
Air filter element ........................... 7-15
Checking the engine idling
speed............ ............................ 7-15
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 7-16
Valve clearance ........................... 7-16
Tires ............................................. 7-16
Cast wheels ................................. 7-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........................................... 7-19
Checking the brake lever free play ........................................... 7-20
Brake light switches ..................... 7-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads................................ 7-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-22
Drive chain slack.......................... 7-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 7-24
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 7-25
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 7-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 7-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 7-26
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Instrument and control functions
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EAU4939D
Indicator ligh ts and warning
lights
EAU11032
Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and
“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
EAU11061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU59962
Oil pressure warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil pressure is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on again after going off briefly, and then
remain on until the engine is started.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec- trical circuit.
NOTICE
ECA21210
If the warning light comes on when
the engine is running, stop the en-
gine immediately and check oil level.
If the oil level is below the minimum
level, add sufficient oil of the recom-
mended type to raise it up to the cor-
rect level. If the oil pressure warning
light remains on even if the oil level
is correct, immediately turn the en-
gine off and have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.TIPIf the warning light does not go off after
starting the engine, check the engine oil
level and add oil if necessary. (See
page 7-10.)
If the warning light remains on after
adding engine oil, have a Yamahadealer check the vehicle.
EAU74073
Cruise control indicator lights “ ”/
“SET”
These indicator lights come on when
1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
6. Steering damper warning light “ ”
7. Oil pressure warning light “ ”
8. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
9. Traction control system indicator light
“”
10.Cruise control setting indicator light “SET”
11.Shift indicator light
12.Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
13.Cruise control system indicator light “ ”
14.ABS warning light “ ”
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ABS
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To set the clock
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Push the “CLOCK” button for two
seconds.
3. When the hour digits start flashing, push the “RESET” button to set the
hours.
4. Push the “CLOCK” button, and the minute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the “RESET” button to set the minutes.
6. Push the “CLOCK” button and then release it to start the clock.
Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg- ments of the fuel meter disappear from
“F” (full) towards “E” (empty) as the fuel
level decreases. When the last seg-
ment starts flashing, refuel as soon as
possible.
TIPIf a problem is detected in the electrical
circuit, the fuel level segments and “ ”
will flash repeatedly. If this occurs, havea Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
Coolant/air temperature display
Push the “SELECT” switch for two sec-
onds to switch the display between the
coolant temperature mode “
C” and air
temperature mode. Coolant temperature
This mode shows the coolant tempera-
ture from 40
C to 124 C in 1  C incre-
ments.
If the message “Hi” flashes, stop the ve-
hicle, then stop the engine, and let the
engine cool. (See page 7-36.)TIP
When the coolant temperature is
below 40 C, “Lo” will be displayed.

The coolant temperature varies
with changes in the weather andengine load.
1. Fuel meter
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1. Select switch “SELECT”
R ESSE T
PAS
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TCS
SELECT
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1. Coolant temperature display
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
EAU15599
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehi cle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.
Check fuel tank breather/overflow hose
for obstructions, cracks or damage, and
check hose connection. 4-19, 4-21
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-10
Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage. 7-14
Front brake Check operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. 7-21
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24 *Rear suspension
relay arm and
connecting arm
pivoting points Check operation.

25 Engine oil Change (warm engine before
draining).
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. 
26 Engine oil filter
cartridge Replace.

27 *Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. 
Change. Every 3 years
28 *EXUP system Check operation, cable free play
and pulley position. 
29 *Front and rear brake
switches Check operation.
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30 *Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.
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31 *Throttle grip
housing and cable Check operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 
32 *Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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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.
EAU20096
Checking 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. 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]
4. Add coolant to the maximum level 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
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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1. Coolant reservoir cap
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effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
[ECA10473]
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 engine idling
speedCheck the engine idling speed and, if
necessary, have it corrected by a
Yamaha dealer.
Recommended coolant:
YAMALUBE or other high-quality eth-
ylene glycol antifreeze containing
corrosion inhibitors for aluminum en-
gines
Coolant quantity:
Coolant reservoir (up to the maxi-
mum level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt)
Engine idling speed:1200–1400 r/min
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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WARNING
EWAT1041
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Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
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Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the capwhile turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily us
ed instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas 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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