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Instrument and control functions
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Multi-function meter unit
WARNING
EWA12423
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function meter unit. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
operator and increase the risk of an
accident.
The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:
za speedometer
za fuel meter
za clock
zan outside air temperature display
za multi-function display
zan oil change indicator
za V-belt replacement indicator
TIP


tons.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed.
Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg-
ments of the fuel meter disappear from
“F” (full) towards “E” (empty) as the fuel
level decreases. When the last seg-
ment of the fuel meter and the fuel level
warning indicator “ ” start flashing,
refuel as soon as possible. When the
key is first turned to “ON”, all the dis-
1. Clock
2. “SELECT” button
3. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
4. Fuel meter
5. Speedometer
6. “RESET” button
7. Outside air temperature display
8. Multi-function display
9. Oil change indicator “OIL CHANGE”
10.V-belt replacement indicator “V-BELT”
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1. Speedometer
1. Fuel level warning indicator Ž
2. Fuel meter
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Instrument and control functions
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3play segments of the fuel meter will
come on for a few seconds, and then
the fuel meter will show the actual fuel
level.
TIP
If a problem is detected in the fuel me-
ter electrical circuit, all the display seg-
ments and the fuel level warning
indicator start flashing. Have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
Clock “CLOCK”
The clock uses a 12-hour time system.
To set the clock:
1. Push both the “SELECT” button
and the “RESET” button for two
seconds. The hour digits will start
flashing.
2. Use the “RESET” button to set the
hours.
3. Push the “SELECT” button, and
the minute digits will start flashing.
4. Use the “RESET” button to set the
minute digits.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to start
the clock.Outside air temperature display
“OUT TEMP”
This display shows the outside air tem-
perature from –10 °C to 40 °C in 1 °C
increments. The temperature dis-
played may vary from the actual out-
side air temperature.
TIP
zIf the outside air temperature falls
below –10 °C, a lower temperature
than –10 °C will not be displayed.
zIf the outside air temperature
climbs above 40 °C, a higher tem-
perature than 40 °C will not be dis-
played.
zThe accuracy of the temperature
reading may be affected when rid-
ing slowly (approximately under
20 km/h [12 mi/h]) or when
stopped at traffic signals, railroad
crossings, etc.
1. Clock
1
1. Outside air temperature display
1
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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6
TIP
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE
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zIn order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.
zMake sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
8. Check the O-ring for damage, and
replace it if necessary.
9. Install and tighten the engine oil
filler cap.
10. 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.
11. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
12. Reset the oil change tripmeter and
oil change indicator “OIL
CHANGE”. (See page 3-7 for reset
procedures.)
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Final transmission oil
The final transmission 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 final transmis-
sion oil must be changed as follows at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Start the engine, warm up the final
transmission oil by riding the vehi-
cle for several minutes, and then
stop the engine.
2. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
3. Place an oil pan under the final
transmission case to collect the
used oil.
4. Remove the final transmission oil
filler cap and its O-ring from the fi-
nal transmission case.
5. Remove the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
1
2
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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6 Engine overheating
WARNING
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zDo not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot.
Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which
could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
zPlace a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly ro-
tate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the
cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIP
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided
that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
Wait until the engine
has cooled.
Check the coolant
level in the reservoir
and radiator.Add coolant.
(See TIP.)
The coolant level is
OK.
There is no leakage.
There is leakage.
The coolant level is
low.
Check the cooling
system for leakage.
Have a Yamaha
dealer check and
repair the cooling
system.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling
system.
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