Coolant - Yamaha XJ6 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
NOTICE
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on even if the oil level is
correct, immediately turn the engine
off and have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.
11. Turn the engine off, wait a few mi-
nutes until the oil settles, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
12. Install the cowling.
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Coolant

The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
 The
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
 Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.
TIP
The coolant should be between the mi-
nimum and maximum level marks.
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
6-12
coolant level
2
3
EAU20071
EAU46804
must be
1