2022 YAMAHA YZF-R1 check engine

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Periodic maintenance chartsTIPItems marked with an asterisk should be performed by your Yamaha dealer because these items require special tools,
data, and technical skills.
 From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi).
 The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a distance-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.
EAU71051
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control systemNO. 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)
1 *Fuel line • Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√√
2 *Spark plugs • Check condition.
• Adjust gap and clean.
√√
• Replace. √√
3 *Valve clearance • Check and adjust. Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
4 *Fuel injection • Check engine idle speed.
√√√√√√
• Check and adjust synchroniza- tion. √√√√√
5 *Exhaust system • Check for leakage.
• Tighten if necessary.
• Replace gaskets if necessary. √√√√√
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20 Sidestand• Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
21 *Sidestand switch • Check operation and replace if
necessary. √√√√√√
22 *Front fork • Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
23 *Shock absorber as-
sembly • Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
24 *Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting 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 car-
tridge • 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.
√√√√√√
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
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Checking the spark plugsThe spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be
checked periodically, preferably by a
Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- its will cause any spark plug to slowly
erode, they should be removed and
checked in accordance with the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart. In addition, the condition of the
spark plugs can reveal the condition of
the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the
center electrode of each spark plug
should be a medium-to-light tan (the
ideal color when the vehicle is ridden
normally), and all spark plugs installed
in the engine should have the same
color. If any spark plug shows a dis-
tinctly different color, the engine could
be operating improperly. Do not at-
tempt to diagnose such problems
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, it should be replaced. Before installing a spark plug, the
spark plug gap should be measured
with a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the spark
plug threads.
NOTICE
ECA10841
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twist
it back and forth while pushing it in.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/LMAR9E-J
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
1
1
Tightening torque:Spark plug (new):
18 N·m (1.8 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
Spark plug (after checking):
13 N·m (1.3 kgf·m, 9.6 lb·ft)
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CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following: Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
 Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU66536
Engine oil and oil filter car-
tridgeThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes for the oil level to settle for an accurate reading,
and then check the oil level
through the check window locat-
ed at the bottom-left side of the
crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is at or below theminimum level mark, add suffi-
cient oil of the recommended type
to raise it to the correct level.TIPCheck the oil filler cap O-ring for dam-
age, and replace it if necessary.To change the engine oil1. 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.
1. Canister
2. Canister breather
1
2
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
2
3
1
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3. Remove the engine oil filler cap,
the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase. 4. Install the engine oil drain bolt and
its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
5. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil.
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.
6. Check the oil filler cap O-ring for
damage, and replace it if neces-
sary.
7. Install and tighten the oil filler cap.
1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
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Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt:23 N·m (2.3 kgf·m, 17 lb·ft)
Recommended engine oil: Full synthetic
10W-40, 15W-50
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)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
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78. 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.
TIPAfter the engine is started, the oil pres-
sure and coolant temperature warning
light should go off if the oil level is suf-
ficient.NOTICE
ECA22490
If the oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature warning light flickers or re-
mains on even if the oil level is
correct, immediately turn the engine
off and have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.9. Turn the engine off, wait a few mi-nutes for the oil level to settle for
an accurate reading, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary. To change the engine oil and replace
the oil filter cartridge
1. Remove cowling A and panel C. (See page 7-9.)
2. Follow steps 1–3 of the “To chan- ge the engine oil” section for the
oil draining procedure.
3. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench.
TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.4. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.
TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.5. Install the new oil filter cartridgewith an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
1. Oil filter cartridge
2. Oil filter wrench
1
2
1. O-ring
1
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6. Follow steps 4–9 of the “To chan- ge the engine oil” section for the
oil filling procedure.
7. Install the cowling and panel.
EAU85450
Why YamalubeYAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA
Part born of the engineers’ passion
and belief that engine oil is an impor-
tant liquid engine component. We form
teams of specialists in the fields of me-
chanical engineering, chemistry, elec-
tronics and track testing, and have
them develop the engine together with
the oil it will use. Yamalube oils take full
advantage of the base oil’s qualities
and blend in the ideal balance of addi-
tives to make sure the final oil clears
our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and
synthetic oils have their own distinct
characters and value. Yamaha’s expe-
rience gained over many years of re-
search and development into oil since
the 1960’s helps make Yamalube the
best choice for your Yamaha engine.
EAUS1203
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the coolant must
be changed at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart.TIPIf genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail-
able, use an ethylene glycol antifreeze
containing corrosion inhibitors for alu-
minum engines and mix with distilled
water at a 1:1 ratio.
EAU66512
To check the coolant level
Since the coolant level varies with en-
gine temperature, check when the en-
gine is cold. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
1. Torque wrenchTightening torque: Oil filter cartridge:17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
1
Recommended coolant:YAMALUBE coolant
Coolant quantity: Coolant reservoir (max 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)
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72. With the vehicle in an upright posi-
tion, look at the coolant level in the
reservoir.
3. If the coolant is at or below the mi- nimum level mark, remove cowl-
ing B to access the coolant
reservoir. (See page 7-9.)
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cap. WARNING! Remove only the
coolant reservoir cap. Never at-
tempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
[EWA15162]
5. Add coolant to the maximum levelmark. 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]
6. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
7. Install the cowling.
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Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10382]
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
FULL
LOW
1
2
1. Coolant reservoir cap
1
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