Yamaha MT-09 2021 - Changing the Engine Oil; Checking the Connecting Arm and Relay Arm; Checking the Engine Oil Level

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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CHECKING THE CONNECTING ARM AND
RELAY ARM
Refer to “CHECKING THE CONNECTING ARM
AND RELAY ARM” on page 4-81.
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
TIP
• Place the vehicle on a maintenance stand.
• Make sure the vehicle is upright.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Check:
• Engine oil level
The engine oil level should be between the
minimum level mark “a” and maximum level
mark “b”.
Below the minimum level mark → Add the
recommended engine oil to the proper level.
NOTICE
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• Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and the
wrong oil types or additives could cause
clutch slippage. Therefore, do not add any
chemical additives or use engine oils with a
grade of “CD” or higher and do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERVING II”.
• Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
TIP
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
4. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
5. Check the engine oil level again.
TIP
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
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CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
1. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
2. Place a container under the engine oil drain
bolt.
3. Remove:
• Engine oil filler cap “1”
• Engine oil drain bolt “2”
•Gasket “3”
Recommended brand
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
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