check oil YAMAHA XT600E 2000 User Guide

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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BatteryThis motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type battery. Therefore it is
not necessary to check the elec-
trolyte or fill the battery with distilled
water.
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If the battery seems to have dis-
charged, consult a Yamaha deal-
er.
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If the motorcycle is equipped
with optional electrical acces-
sories, the battery tends to dis-
charge more quickly, so be sure
to recharge it periodically.
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cCNever try to remove the sealing
caps of the battery cells. The bat-
tery will be damaged.
Battery storage
When the motorcycle is not used for
a month or longer, remove the bat-
tery, fully charge it and store it in a
cool, dry place.
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Completely recharge the bat-
tery before storing. Storing a
discharged battery can cause
permanent battery damage.
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Use a battery charger
designed for a sealed-type
(MF) battery. Using a conven-
tional battery charger will
cause battery damage. If you
do not have a sealed-type bat-
tery charger, contact your
Yamaha dealer.
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Always make sure the connec-
tions are correct when rein-
stalling the battery.
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wBattery electrolyte is poisonous
and dangerous, causing severe
burns, etc. It contains sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes
or clothing.
ANTIDOTE:
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EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
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INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow
with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a
physician immediately.
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EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and get prompt med-
ical attention.
Batteries produce explosive
gases. Keep sparks, flame, ciga-
rettes etc., away. Ventilate when
charging or using in an enclosed
space. Always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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INDEX
Front brake lever free play
adjustment..........................................6-18
Front fork inspection..............................6-26
Front wheel installation..........................6-34
Front wheel removal..............................6-33
Fuel.........................................................3-6
Fuel cock.................................................3-7
Fuel tank cap...........................................3-6
Fuse replacement..................................6-29
H
Handlebar switches.................................3-3
Dimmer switch......................................3-3
Engine stop switch................................3-4
Horn switch...........................................3-3
Lights switch.........................................3-3
Pass switch...........................................3-3
Start switch...........................................3-4
Turn signal switch.................................3-3
Headlight bulb replacement...................6-29
Helmet holder..........................................3-9
High beam indicator light.........................3-2
Horn switch..............................................3-3
How to use the conversion table.............9-3
I
Identification number records..................9-1
Idle speed adjustment...........................6-14
Indicator lights.........................................3-2
High beam indicator light......................3-2
Neutral indicator light............................3-2
Turn indicator light................................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level..............6-21
K
Key identification number........................9-1
L
Lights switch............................................3-3
M
Main switch/Steering lock........................3-1
Model label..............................................9-2
N
Neutral indicator light...............................3-2
P
Panel A, B...............................................6-7
Parking....................................................5-6
Pass switch.............................................3-3
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart....................................6-3
Pre-operation check list...........................4-1
R
Rear brake pedal.....................................3-5
Rear brake pedal height adjustment.....6-19
Rear shock absorber adjustment..........3-10
Rear suspension lubrication..................6-26
Rear wheel installation..........................6-36
Rear wheel removal..............................6-35
Recommended shift point
(for Switzerland only)............................5-4
S
Seat.........................................................3-9
Shift pedal ..............................................3-5
Shifting....................................................5-4
Sidestand..............................................3-11
Sidestand lubrication.............................6-25
A
Air filter..................................................6-12
B
Battery...................................................6-28
Brake and clutch lever lubrication.........6-25
Brake and shift pedal lubrication...........6-25
Brake fluid replacement.........................6-22
Brake light switch adjustment................6-20
C
Cable inspection and lubrication...........6-24
Carburetor adjustment...........................6-13
Care.........................................................7-1
Carrier (optional)...................................3-11
Checking the front and rear brake
pads....................................................6-20
Clutch lever.............................................3-4
Clutch lever free play adjustment..........6-18
Cowling A................................................6-7
Cowling and panel removal and
installation.............................................6-6
D
Description..............................................2-1
Dimmer switch.........................................3-3
Drive chain lubrication...........................6-23
Drive chain slack adjustment.................6-23
Drive chain slack check.........................6-22
E
Engine break-in.......................................5-5
Engine oil...............................................6-10
Engine stop switch..................................3-4
F
Front brake lever.....................................3-5
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