2013 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado S Owners Manual - Page 62
2013 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado S Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT mix any chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel specification of "CD" or oils of a higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" or higher. Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase. EAU20046 Transfer case oil The transfer 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 transfer case oil level should be checked and the oil must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. To check the transfer case oil level 1. Place the vehicle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. 2. Remove the transfer case oil level check bolt and its gasket, and then check the oil level in the transfer case. TIP The oil should be at the brim of the check hole. 3. If the oil is below the brim of the check hole, remove the transfer case oil filler cap, add sufficient oil 7-15 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level, and then install the oil filler cap. 23 4 5 ● 1 7 14. Install the oil filler cap. 15. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause. 16. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary. 17. Install the rider seat. Transfer case oil filler cap Transfer case oil level check bolt Gasket Correct oil level Transfer case oil 4. Check the gasket for damage, and replace it if necessary. 5. Install the oil level check bolt and its gasket, and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Transfer case oil level check bolt: 8 Nm (0.8 m·kgf, 5.8 ft·lbf)