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3. Remove the rear bottom panel by remov-ing the bolts. 4. Remove the bolts, and then slide the cen-
ter bottom panel rearward to remove it.1. Left side panel
2. Right side panel
3. Bolt
3
1
3
2
1. Rear bottom panel
2. Bolt
2
1
2
2
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5. Follow steps 2–9 of the “To change theengine oil” section for the oil draining pro-
cedure.
6. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench. Make sure the O-ring is re-
moved together with the oil filter car-
tridge. If the O-ring remains attached to
the crankcase, oil leakage may occur.
TIPAn oil filter wrench is available from a Yamaha
dealer. 7. Apply a light coat of clean engine oil to
the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge.TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properly seated.
1. Center bottom panel
2. Bolt
2
2
2
2
2
1
1. Oil filter cartridge
2. Oil filter wrench
2
1
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8. Install the new oil filter cartridge, and thentighten to the specified torque. 9. Follow steps 10–20 of the “To change the
engine oil” section for the oil filling proce-
dure.
10. Slide the front portion of the center bot- tom panel into place as shown, and then
hook the left and right sides of the center
bottom panel into place.1. O-ringTightening torque:Oil filter cartridge:17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
1
1. Torque wrench
1
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11. Install the center bottom panel bolts, andthen tighten them to the specified torque.1. Center bottom panel
1. Center bottom panel
1
1
1. Bolt A
2. Bolt B
3. Bolt C
1
2
3
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12. Install the rear bottom panel by installingthe bolts, and then tightening them to the
specified torque. 13. Install the side panel bolts, and then tight-
en them to the specified torque.1. Bolt A
2. Bolt B
3. Bolt CTightening torques:Bolt A:7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
Bolt B: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
Bolt C: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)1
3
2
3
1. Rear bottom panel
2. Bolt A
3. Bolt BTightening torques: Bolt A:7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
Bolt B: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
3
1
2
2
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EBU35107Transmission oilCheck the oil level and change the transmis-
sion oil at the intervals specified in the general
maintenance and lubrication chart.
NOTICEECB02910When checking or changing the transmis-
sion oil, make sure that no foreign material
enters the transmission. If necessary,
clean the filler cap and surrounding area. To check the transmission oil level1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove panel B. (See page 8-11.)
3. Remove the transmission oil filler cap, wipe the dipstick clean, insert it back into
the transmission case (without screwing
it in), and then remove it again.
1. Bolt BTightening torque:Bolt B:7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
1
1
Recommended oil:YA M A L U B ESAE 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Oil quantity: 1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
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TIPThe transmission oil level should be between
the tip of the dipstick and the maximum level
mark. 4. If the oil level is at or below the tip of thedipstick, add oil.
TIPAdd a sufficient amount to raise to the maxi-
mum level mark, but do not overfill. 5. Check the O-ring for damage, and re-place it if necessary.
6. Install the transmission oil filler cap.
7. Install the panel.
To change the transmission oil 1. Place an oil pan under the transmission case to collect the used oil.
2. Remove the transmission oil filler cap.
3. Remove the transmission oil drain bolt and gasket.
1. Transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
3. Dipstick
4. Maximum level mark
5. Tip of the dipstick
1 3
245
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TIPOil will flow out immediately when the drain
bolt is loosened. Take care not to lose the
bolt. 4. After draining the oil, install the transmis-sion oil drain bolt with a new gasket.
5. Tighten the drain bolt to the specified torque. 6. Check the O-ring for damage, and re-
place it if necessary.
7. Refill the transmission with the specified amount of the recommended oil.
8. Install the transmission oil filler cap.
9. Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leakage.
10. Stop the engine and check the oil level one last time.
EBU36051Final gear oilCheck the oil level and change the final gear
oil at the intervals specified in the general
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket2
1
Tightening torque:Transmission oil drain bolt:20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
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