Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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7
5. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
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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.
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Replacing the air filter ele-
ment and cleaning the check
hose
The air filter element must be replaced
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart. Replace the air fil-
ter element more frequently if you often
ride in the rain or dusty areas. In addi-
tion, the air filter check hose should be
frequently checked and cleaned if nec-
essary.
To replace the air filter element
1. Remove the passenger seat and
the rider seat (XTZ690/XTZ690-U)
(See page 4-22.) or the seat
(XTZ690-B/XTZ690-UB)
(See
page 4-21.).
2. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws, remove the
screw securing the air filter ele-
ment and then pull it out.
3. Check the air filter for damage or
dirt and replace it if necessary.
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
1. Screw
2. Air filter element
1
2
1
2
