Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the thermostat
1. Check:
- Thermostat
Does not open at 80.5-83.5 C (176.9-182.3
F)
Replace.
a. Suspend the thermostat "1" in a container "2" filled with water.
b. Slowly heat the water "3".
c. Place a thermometer "4" in the water.
d. While stirring the water, observe the thermostat and thermometer's indicated temperature.
A. Fully closed
B. Fully open
NOTE:
If the accuracy of the thermostat is in doubt, replace it. A faulty thermostat could cause serious overheating or overcooling.
2. Check:
- Thermostat cover
Cracks/damage
Replace.
3. Check:
- Radiator inlet hose
Cracks/damage
Replace.
Thermostat
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Installing the thermostat
1. Install:
Thermostat
NOTE:
Install the thermostat with its breather hole "a"
facing up.
2. Install:
Copper washer
Coolant temperature sensor
CAUTION:Use extreme care when ...
Other materials:
Assembling the water pump
1. Install:
Water pump seal "1"
(into the water pump housing "2")
CAUTION:Never lubricate the water pump seal
surface
with oil or grease.
NOTE:
Install the water pump seal with the special
tools.
Install the water pump seal with the special
tools to the specifi ...
Checking the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
1. Check:
Inner tube
Outer tube
Bends/damage/scratches
Replace.
WARNINGDo not attempt to straighten a bent inner
tube as this may dangerously weaken it.
2. Measure:
Spring free length "a"
Out of sp ...
Checking the timing chain and timing chain guide
1. Check:
Timing chain
Damage/stiffness Replace the
timing
chain and camshaft sprocket as a set.
2. Check:
Timing chain guide (intake side)
Damage/wear Replace.
Checking the oil strainer
1. Check:
Oil strainer
Damage Replace.
Contaminants Clean with solvent.
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