2018 YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS coolant

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below 0 °C (32 °F), “LO” will be displayed.
When the coolant temperature is between
122 °C (252 °F) and 128 °C (263 °F), the cool-
ant temperature display will flash. In this case,
stop the vehicle in a safe place and let it idle
for 10 minutes. If the message “HI” flashes,
stop the engine and let it cool. (See page
8-69.)TIP The coolant temperature display can be set
to “°C” or “°F”. To switch the temperature
units, turn the key to “ ” (off), then hold
the “RESET” button pushed and turn the
key to “ ” (on).
 The radiator fan turns on and off automati-
cally according to the coolant temperature.
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in
the fuel tank. The display segments of the fuel
gauge disappear from “F” (full) towards “E”
(empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the
last segment on the left disappears and the
fuel level warning indicator flashes, refuel as
soon as possible.1. Fuel level warning indicator
2. Fuel gauge
1
2
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Drivetrain• Check front differential, transmission case, and rear final
gear for leakage. 5-6, 5-6, 5-6, 8-27,
8-29, 8-32
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• Fill with coolant if necessary. 5-6, 8-34
Accelerator pedal • Check free play and for proper operation. 5-6
Seat belts • Check for proper operation and belt wear. 5-7
Passenger handhold • Check for stability and proper fastening. 5-7, 7-8
Steering • Check for proper operation. 5-7
Drive select lever and
shift paddles • Check for proper operation. 5-7
YCC-S clutch • Check operation.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
5-8
Fittings and fasteners • Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Instruments, lights and
switches • Check for proper operation. 3-3, 4-2, 5-8, 8-65,
8-65
Wheels and tires • Check tire pressure and for wear and damage. 5-8, 8-55, 8-57
Axle boots • Check for damage. 8-36
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NOTICEECB03020Do not use oils with a diesel specifica-
tion of “CD” or oils of a higher quality
than specified. In addition, do not use
oils labeled “ENERGY CONSERVING II”
or higher.
 Make sure that no foreign material en-
ters the oil tank. EBU35322TransmissionMake sure there is no oil leaking from the
transmission case.EBU31761CoolantCheck the coolant level in the reservoir and
replenish if necessary. (See page 8-34.)
EBU36020Final gearMake sure there is no oil leaking from the final
gear case.EBU36030Differential gearMake sure there is no oil leaking from the dif-
ferential gear case.EBU31791Accelerator pedalBefore starting the engine, confirm that the
accelerator pedal operates correctly. It
should depress smoothly and spring back to
the idle position when released. Also check
the accelerator pedal for excessive free play.
If the accelerator pedal is not in correct work-
ing order, have the vehicle inspected before
starting off.
Recommended engine oil type and quantity:
See page 10-1.
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10–20 hours:
Avoid prolonged operation above 6300 r/min.
After break-in:
The vehicle may now be operated normally.EBU36560Starting the engine1. Turn the key to “ ” (on).NOTICEECB03340The coolant temperature warning light,
YCC-S system warning light, and engine
trouble warning light should come on, then
go off.
The EPS warning light should come on,
then go off when the engine is started.
To avoid possible damage, do not operate
the vehicle if a warning light does not work
as described above. 2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral. 
When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the transmission gear display
shows “N” and the neutral indicator
light should come on.
 The engine can be started in any gear if
the brake pedal is applied. However, it
is recommended to shift into neutral
before starting the engine.
4. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, start the engine by turning the key to “ ”
(start).
If the engine fails to start, release the key, and
then try starting it again. Wait a few seconds
before the next attempt. Each attempt should
be as short as possible, to preserve battery
energy. NOTICE: Do not crank the engine
more than 5 seconds on each attempt, or
starter damage could occur. Wait at least
5 seconds between each operation of the
electric starter to let it cool.
[ECB02140]
Do not turn the key to the “ ” (start) position
with the engine running; otherwise, damage
to the electric starter may result.
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EBU35801General maintenance and lubrication chartNO. ITEMROUTINE INITIAL
EVERY
Whichev- er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12
km
(mi) 320
(200) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
hours 20 80 160 160 320
1 *Cooling system • Check coolant leakage.
• Repair if necessary.
√√√√√
• Change coolant. Every 2 years
2 Primary air filter
(foam)
•Clean.
• Replace if necessary. Every 300–600 km (200–400 mi)
(more often in wet or dusty condi-
tions)
* Secondary air fil-
ter (paper)
• Replace. Every 2000–5000 km (1200–3000
mi)
(more often in wet or dusty condi-
tions)
3Engine oil • Change (warm engine before draining). √√√√
4 Engine oil filter
cartridge • Replace.
√√√
5 Transmission oil • Check oil level and for leakage.
√√√√√
• Change. √√√√
6 Final gear oil • Check oil level.
√√√√√
• Change. √√
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TIPGL-4 is a quality and additive rating; GL-5
rated hypoid gear oils may also be used.
 If desired, an SAE 80W-90 hypoid gear oil
may be used instead. 6. Check the oil filler bolt gasket for dam-
age, and replace it if necessary.
7. Install the differential gear oil filler bolt and its gasket, and then tighten the bolt
to the specified torque.
8. Check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found, check for the cause.
EBU35111CoolantThe coolant level should be checked regular-
ly. In addition, the coolant must be changed
at the intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance chart.TIPIf genuine Yamaha coolant is not available,
use an ethylene glycol antifreeze containing
corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines and
mix with distilled water at a 1:1 ratio.
Tightening torque:Differential gear oil filler bolt:23 N·m (2.3 kgf·m, 17 lb·ft)
Recommended coolant:YAMALUBE coolant
Coolant quantity: Coolant reservoir (up to full level):0.31 L (0.33 US qt, 0.28 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 3.75 L (3.96 US qt, 3.30 Imp.qt)
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NOTICEECB02190Mix antifreeze with distilled water only.
However, if distilled water is not available,
soft water may be used for refilling. Do not
use hard water or salt water since they are
harmful to the engine. To check the coolant level1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove the hood. (See page 8-11.)
3. Wait for the engine to cool for an accurate reading.
4. Look at the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir. 5. If the coolant is at or below the minimum
level mark, remove the coolant reservoir
cap and add coolant to the maximum lev-
el mark. NOTICE: If coolant is not avail-
able, use distilled water or soft tap
water instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since they are harmful to
the engine. If water has been used in-
stead of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, otherwise the
cooling system will not be protected
1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1
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against frost and corrosion. If water
has been added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the antifreeze content of the coolant as soon as pos-
sible, otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be reduced.
[ECB01012]
6. Install the reservoir cap.
7. Install the hood when finished servicing the vehicle.EBU32400Axle bootsCheck the axle boots for holes or tears.
If any damage is found, have them replaced
by a Yamaha dealer.
1. Front axle boot
1. Rear axle boot
1
1
1
1
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