Yamaha YZFR6 (1999-2002) [12/18] Thermostat

THERMOSTAT COOL EAS00462 CHECKING THE THERMOSTAT 1 Check thermostat Does not open at 71 84 C 160 183 F without California Replace Does not open at 82 95 C 178 203 F California Replace a Suspend the thermostat in a container filled with water b Slowly heat the water c Place a thermometer in the water d While stirring the water observe the thermo stat and thermometer s indicated tempera ture Thermostat 2 Thermometer Water Container Fully closed B Fully opens NOTE If the accuracy of the thermostat is in doubt re place it A faulty thermostat could cause serious overheating or overcooling 2 Check thermostat housing cover thermostat housing Cracks damage Replace INSTALLING THE THERMOSTAT 1 Install thermostat NOTE Install the thermostat with its breather hole a facing up 2 Install thermostat cover x lONm 1 0m kg 7 2 ft lb NOTE Befor installing the thermostat cover to the cyl inder head lubricate the O ring with a thin coat of litium soap base grease 5 11