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Wait until the
Check the coolant level in the
Level is OK.
Level is low, check the
No
Leakage.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a
engine has cooled.
reservoir tank and/or radiator.
cooling system for leakage.
Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the cooling system.
leakage.
and repair the cooling system.
4. Engine overheating
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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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After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the
hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the
cap.
NOTE:
If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is changed to the rec-
ommended coolant as soon as possible.
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