PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR6-116wise the engine may not besufficiently cooled and the cool-ing system will not be protectedagainst frost and corrosion. If water has been added to thecoolant, have a Yamaha dealercheck the antifreeze content ofthe coolant as soon as possible,otherwise the effectiveness ofthe coolant will be reduced.WARNINGEWA10380Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.NOTE: The radiator fan is automaticallyswitched on or off according to thecoolant temperature in the radia-tor. If the engine overheats, see page6-37 for further instructions.EAU33030Changing the coolantWARNINGEWA10380Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.The coolant must be changed at the in-tervals specified in the periodic mainte-nance and lubrication chart. Have aYamaha dealer change the coolant.EAU32881Replacing 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 seat. (See page3-14.)2. Remove panels A and B. (Seepage 6-5.)3. Remove the fuel tank bolts, andthen lift the fuel tank away from theair filter case.4. Remove the air filter case cover byremoving the screws.1. Bolt5VXE1.book Page 11 Monday, February 9, 2004 5:39 PM
