coolant capacity YAMAHA YFZ450 2008 Owners Manual

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3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level
mark, remove panel A. (See page 8-9.)
4. Remove the reservoir cap, add coolant or dis-
tilled water to the maximum level mark, install
the reservoir cap, and then install the panel.CAUTION:
ECB00400

If coolant is not available, use distilled water
or soft tap water instead. Do not use hard wa-
ter or salt water since it is harmful to the en-
gine.

If water has been used instead of coolant, re-
place it with coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the engine may not be sufficiently
cooled and the cooling system will not be
protected against frost and corrosion.

If water has been added to the coolant, have
a Yamaha dealer check the antifreeze con-
tent of the coolant as soon as possible, oth-
erwise the effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
NOTE:

If the engine overheats, see page 8-52 for further
instructions.
EBU23560
To change the coolant
WARNING

EWB01890
Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Coolant reservoir
4. Coolant reservoir cap
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum
level mark):
0.29 L (0.31 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)
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7. After draining the coolant, thoroughly flush the
cooling system with clean tap water.
8. Install the coolant reservoir by installing the
bolts.
9. Replace the coolant drain bolt washer if it is
damaged, install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified torque.10. Pour the recommended coolant into the reser-
voir to the maximum level mark, and then in-
stall the reservoir cap.
11. Pour the recommended coolant into the radia-
tor until it is full.CAUTION:
ECB00400

If coolant is not available, use distilled water
or soft tap water instead. Do not use hard wa-
ter or salt water since it is harmful to the en-
gine.

If water has been used instead of coolant, re-
place it with coolant as soon as possible,
1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Coolant reservoir
3. Bolt
Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze con-
taining corrosion inhibitors for aluminum en-
gines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.30 L (1.37 US qt) (1.14 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.29 L (0.31 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)

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Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
1.75 L (1.85 US qt) (1.54 Imp.qt)
Quantity in oil tank:
1.55 L (1.64 US qt) (1.36 Imp.qt)
Quantity in crankcase:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt) (0.18 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.85 L (1.96 US qt) (1.63 Imp.qt)
Quantity in oil tank:
1.55 L (1.64 US qt) (1.36 Imp.qt)
Quantity in crankcase:
0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum level mark):
0.29 L (0.31 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.30 L (1.37 US qt) (1.14 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Wet element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
10.0 L (2.64 US gal) (2.20 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.9 L (0.50 US gal) (0.42 Imp.gal)
Carburetor:
Manufacturer:
KEIHINType x quantity:
FCR39H x 1
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR8E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
62/22 (2.818)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
38/14 (2.714)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
1st:
29/12 (2.416)
2nd:
27/14 (1.928)
3rd:
25/16 (1.562)
4th:
23/18 (1.277)

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Rear brake:

Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
230 mm (9.1 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
270 mm (10.6 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GT7B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.5 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Krypton bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W
×
2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 0.5/3.9 W
×
1
Neutral indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
1
Coolant temperature warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
1

Fuses:
Main fuse:
15.0 A