PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT6-146EAU33031Changing the coolantThe coolant must be changed at the in-tervals specified in the periodic mainte-nance and lubrication chart. Have aYamaha dealer change the coolant.WARNING! Never attempt to removethe radiator cap when the engine ishot. [EWA10381]EAU49663Replacing the air filter elementThe air filter element should be re-placed at the intervals specified in theperiodic maintenance and lubricationchart. Replace the air filter elementmore frequently if you are riding in un-usually wet or dusty areas.1. Remove the rider seat. (See page3-18.)2. Remove the fuel tank cowling boltson both sides.3. Pull the bottom of the cowling out-ward on both sides, then removethe cowling by moving it forward,and then lifting it up.4. Remove the fuel tank bolt on bothsides.5. Lift the front of the fuel tank, andcarefully tilt it back and away fromthe air filter case, but do not dis-connect the fuel hoses.WARNING! Make sure that thefuel tank is well supported. Do1. Fuel tank cowling2. Fuel tank cowling bolt121. Fuel tank bolt1U39PE2E0.book Page 14 Thursday, November 8, 2012 9:24 AM
