Yamaha YZF-R1P 2001-2003, Service Manual

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CHK
ADJ
ADJUSTING THE EXUP CABLES/
CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL
7. Install:
• bottom cowling
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
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CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
_
• Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
• Make sure the motorcycle is upright.
2. Check:
• coolant level
The coolant level should be between the
maximum level mark
a
and minimum level
mark
b
.
Below the minimum level mark
→
Add the
recommended coolant to the proper level.
CAUTION:
_
• Adding water instead of coolant lowers
the antifreeze content of the coolant. If
water is used instead of coolant check,
and if necessary, correct the antifreeze
concentration of the coolant.
• Use only distilled water. However, if dis-
tilled water is not available, soft water
may be used.
3. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
4. Check:
• coolant level
NOTE:
_
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until it settles.