2004 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Owners Manual - Page 52
2004 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU20000 NOTE: After the engine is started, the engine oil level warning light should go off if the oil level is sufficient. ECA10400 Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked for oil leakage before each ride. If any leakage is found, have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the vehicle. In addition, the final gear oil must be changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. EWA10370 2. Remove the oil filler bolt, and then check the oil level in the final gear case. NOTE: The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole. CAUTION: If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on, immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 10. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary. 6 WARNING G G Make sure that no foreign material enters the final gear case. Make sure that no oil gets on the tire or wheel. 1. Final gear oil filler bolt 2. Correct oil level 3. Final gear oil drain bolt To check the final gear oil level 1. Place the vehicle on the centerstand. NOTE: G The final gear oil level must be checked on a cold engine. G Make sure that the vehicle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. 6-13 3. If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level. To change the final gear oil 1. Place an oil pan under the final gear case to collect the used oil.