Honda Vtx 1800 F Service Manual

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Coolant
Servicing Your Honda
Increasing the concentration of antifreeze
is not recommended because it decreases
cooling system perf ormance. Higher
concentrations of antifreeze (up to 60%)
should only be used to provide additional
protection against freezing. Check the
cooling system f requently during f reezing
weather. Decreasing the concentration of antifreeze
to less than 40% will not provide proper
corrosion protection.
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							LEFT SIDE
(5)
(1)
(2)
(4) (3)
(1) UPPER level mark
(2) LOWER level mark
(3) screws
(4) reserve tank cover
(5) reserve tank cap
113 Checking & Adding Coolant
Coolant
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety PrecautionsWith the engine at normal operating
temperature, check the coolant level in
the reserve tank. It should be between
theUPPER( )andLOWER( )level
marks. Refer to on page .
Addcoolanttothereservetankas
required to bring the coolant level to the
UPPER level mark. Remove the reserve tank cap ( ).
Always add coolant to the reserve tank.
Do not attempt to add coolant by
removing the radiator cap. Remove the screws ( ).
Remove the reserve tank cover ( ). If the reserve tank is empty, or if
coolant loss is excessive, check f or
leaks and see your Honda dealer f or
repair.12 1.
2.
3.
4.
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							Removing the radiator cap while
the engine is hot can cause the
coolant to spray out, seriously
scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator
cool down before removing the
radiator cap.
114Coolant Replacement
Coolant
Servicing Your Honda
Improper disposal of drained f luids is
harmf ul to the environment.You & the Environment, Saf ety Precautions
To properly dispose of drained coolant,
refer to page
. Refer to on page .
Coolant should be replaced by your Honda
dealer, unless you have the proper tools
and service data and are mechanically
qualif ied. Ref er to the of f icial Honda
Service Manual (page ).74
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							115
Air Cleaner
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety Precautions
Using the wrong air cleaner may result in
premature engine damage.Improper or lack of proper air cleaner
maintenance can cause poor perf ormance
and premature engine wear. Refer to on page .
Service the air cleaner more frequently if
you ride in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Your Honda dealer can help you
determine the correct service interval f or
your riding conditions.
Your motorcycle’s air cleaner has very
specif ic perf ormance requirements. Use a
new genuine Honda air cleaner specified
f or your model or an air cleaner of
equivalent quality.Proper air cleaner maintenance can
prevent premature engine wear or damage,
expensive repairs, low engine power, poor
gas mileage, and spark plug f ouling. 74
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							2.6 lbf·ft (3.5 N·m , 0.35 kgf·m)
RIGHT SIDE
(1) (4)
(5)
(1) bolts
(2) washers
(3) air cleaner
housing cover(4) air cleaner
(5) air cleaner case(3) (2)(2)
116Replacement
Air Cleaner
Servicing Your Honda
Remove the f ive bolts (1) and washers
(2), and remove the air cleaner housing
cover (3).
Remove the air cleaner (4).
Discard the air cleaner.
Thoroughly clean the inside of the air
cleaner case (5).
Install a new air cleaner and reinstall the
air cleaner housing cover.
Reinstall the washers and make sure the
bolts are tightened securely to the
specified torque: 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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							(1) RIGHT FRONT
(1) crankcase breather tube
117 Draining
Crankcase Breather
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety Precautions Refer to on page .
Service the crankcase breather more
f requently if your motorcycle is ridden in
the rain or often at full throttle. Service the
breather if you can see deposits in the
transparent section of the drain tube.
Place a drain pan under the crankcase
breather tube ( ).
Remove the tube to drain the deposits in
it.
Reinstall the crankcase breather tube. 1.
2.
3.1 74
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							type
viscosity
(weight)SAE 80
LEFT REAR
(1) final drive oil filler cap
(2) oil filler hole(2)
(1)hypoid gear oil
118Oil Recommendation
Checking & Adding Oil
Final Drive Oil
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety Precautions Refer to on page .Place the motorcycle on its side stand
on a firm, level surface.
Remove the oil filler cap ( ).
Check the oil level. It should be f lush
with the lower edge of the oil f iller hole
().
If the level is low, check for leaks. Add
the recommended oil through the oil
filler hole until it reaches the lower
edge of the opening.
Install the oil f iller cap. 1.
2.
3.
4.1
2
5. 74
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							14 lbf·ft (20 N·m , 2.0 kgf·m)
4.1 US oz (120 cm
)
LEFT REAR
(1) oil drain bolt
(2) final drive oil filler cap
(3) sealing washer
(4) oil filler inspection hole(4)
(1)(3) (2)
119 Changing Oil
Final Drive Oil
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety Precautions Refer to on page .Place the motorcycle on its side stand
on a firm, level surface.
Place a drain pan under the drain bolt
().
Remove the oil filler cap ( ) and the
drain bolt.
Af ter the oil has completely drained,
check that the sealing washer ( ) is in
good condition. Reinstall the oil drain
bolt with its sealing washer (or a new
washer, if necessary) and tighten it to
the specified torque:
Change the oil with the f inal drive at
normal operating temperature to assure
complete and rapid draining.Fill the f inal drive with the
recommended oil:
Make sure the f inal drive oil level is at
the lower edge of the oil f iller
inspection hole ( ).
Install the oil f iller cap. 1.
2.
3.
4.1
3 2
5.
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							µµ 1/16 1/4 in (2 6 mm)
RIGHT HANDLEBAR
(1) lock nut(2) adjuster(2)
(1)
120Throttle Freeplay
Throttle
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety Precautions Refer to on page .Inspection
Check freeplay at the throttle grip flange.
Freeplay:
If necessary, adjust to the specif ied range.
Adjustment
Loosen the lock nut ( ).
Turn the adjuster ( ).
After adjustment, check for smooth
rotation of the throttle grip f rom f ully
closed to fully open in all steering
positions. 1.
2.
3.1
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							121 Throttle Inspection
Throttle
Servicing Your Honda
Saf ety Precautions Refer to on page .
Check that the throttle assembly is
positioned properly and the securing
bolts are tight.
Check f or smooth rotation of the
throttle f rom f ully open to f ully closed
in all steering positions. If there is a
problem, see your Honda dealer. 1.
2.74
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