2003 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Owners Manual - Page 73
2003 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU00628 EAU00637 Adjusting the carburetors The carburetors are important parts of the engine and emission control system, which require very sophisticated adjustment. Therefore, all carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional knowledge and experience. Adjusting the valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. a. Throttle cable free play EAU00635 Adjusting the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should measure 3-5 mm (0.12-0.20 in) at the throttle grip. Periodically check the throttle cable free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. 6 6-22