Yamaha FZ6R, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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until it reaches the top of the radia-
tor, and then install the radiator
cap.
17. Check the coolant level in the res-
ervoir. If necessary, remove the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then install the cap.
18. Route the coolant reservoir breath-
er hose through the guide as
shown.
19. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
20. Install the cowlings.
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Replacing the air filter element
The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
4-14.)
2. Remove panels B and C. (See
page 7-9.)
3. Remove the fuel tank bolts, and
then lift the fuel tank away from the
air filter case.
4. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws. NOTICE:
When removing the air filter
case cover, be careful not to al-
low foreign objects to drop into
the air intake manifold.
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5. Pull the air filter element out.
1. Coolant reservoir breather hose
2. Guide
2
1
1. Fuel tank bolt
1
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
1. Air filter element
2. Air intake manifold
1
2
2
2
2
1
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