Yamaha LIT-11616-16-02, 5TE-F8197-10 service manual Introduction

INTRODUCTION/	CHK
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION	ADJ

EB300000

PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS

INTRODUCTION

This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended checks and adjustments. These preventive maintenance procedures, if followed, will ensure more reliable vehicle operation and a longer service life. The need for costly overhaul work will be greatly reduced. This information applies to vehicles already in service as well as to new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service technicians should be familiar with this entire chapter.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION

			INITIAL		EVERY
ITEM	ROUTINE	1	3	6	6	1
		month	months	months	months	year
Valves*	• Check valve clearance.
	• Adjust if necessary.
	• Check coolant leakage.
Cooling system	• Repair if necessary.
	• Replace coolant every 24 months.
	• Check condition.
Spark plug	• Adjust gap and clean.
	• Replace if necessary.
Air filter element	• Clean.		Every 20–40 hours
	• Replace if necessary.		(More often in wet or dusty areas.)
Carburetor*	• Check and adjust idle speed/starter operation.
	• Adjust if necessary.
Crankcase breather	• Check breather hose for cracks or damage.
system*	• Replace if necessary.
	• Check for leakage.
Exhaust system*	• Tighten if necessary.
	• Replace gasket(s) if necessary.
Spark arrester	• Clean.
Fuel line*	• Check fuel hose for cracks or damage.
	• Replace if necessary.
Engine oil	• Replace. (Warm engine before draining.)
Engine oil filter	• Replace.
cartridge
Engine oil strainer*	• Clean.
Final gear oil	• Check for oil leakage.
Differential gear oil	• Replace every 12 months.
Front brake*	• Check operation/fluid leakage. (See NOTE page 3-2.)
	• Correct if necessary.
Rear brake	• Check operation.
	• Adjust if necessary.
V-belt*	• Check operation.
	• Check for cracks or damage.
Wheels*	• Check balance/damage/runout.
	• Repair if necessary.
Wheel bearing*	• Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
	• Replace if damaged.

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