Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: 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 handling the coolant temperature sensor. Replace any part that was dropped or subjected to a strong impact. |
3. Fill:
- Cooling system (with the specified amount of the recommended coolant) Refer to "CHANGING THE COOLANT" on page 3-15.
4. Check:
- Cooling system
Leaks
Repair or replace any
faulty part.
5. Measure:
- Radiator cap opening pressure
Below the specified pressure
Replace the radiator cap.Refer to "CHECKING THE RADIATOR" on page 6-3.
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. ...
Water pump
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Other materials:
For your safety - pre-operation checks
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe
operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner's Manual.
WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of
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Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
NOTICE
The drive chain must be lubricated
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Checking the front and rear brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
Front brake pads
Remove the front brake caliper by
removing the bolts.
Bolt
Brake caliper
Lining thickness
Check each front br ...