key YAMAHA YZF-R6 2003 User Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta-
chometer needle will move to
18,500 r/min and back to zero r/min in
order to test the electrical circuit.
EC000003
CAUTION:_ Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 15,500 r/min and above _
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Anti-theft alarm (optional) This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “”
Press this switch to flash the head-
lights.
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Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
1. Pass switch “”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Turn signal switch “/”
4. Horn switch “”
5. Hazard switch “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Hazard switch “”
With the key in the “ON” or “” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard light (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard light is used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your motorcycle is stopped
where it might be a traffic hazard.
EC000006
CAUTION:_ Do not use the hazard light for an ex-
tended length of time, otherwise the
battery may discharge. _
EAU03890
Engine stop switch “/”
Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Start switch “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked. @
EWA00025
WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. @
EAU03753
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
WARNING
_

Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
_
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. While holding the key in that posi-
tion, lift the front of the passenger
seat and pull it forward.To install the passenger seat
1. Insert the projection on the rear of
the passenger seat into the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:_ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. _
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.Left side
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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CD-01E
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
@

Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate
ventilation.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
@
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Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.


The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
EW000054
WARNING
_

Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-29.


Never ride with the sidestand
down.
_1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
ECA00147
CAUTION:_ The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Fuel level warning light


Coolant temperature warning
light


Shift timing indicator light


Engine trouble warning light


Immobilizer system indicator
light
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see pages 3-4–3-7 for the
corresponding warning and indica-
tor light circuit check.
_2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.NOTE:_ When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit. _
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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5
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0–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
7,000 r/min.
1,000–1,600 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
9,000 r/min.
EC000052*
CAUTION:_ After 1,000 km of operation, the en-
gine oil must be changed and the oil
filter cartridge replaced. _1,600 km and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
EC000053
CAUTION:_

Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.


If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
_
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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
EW000058
WARNING
_

Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.


Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
motorcycle may overturn.
_
EC000062
CAUTION:_ Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials. _
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Replacing the fuses The main fuse and fuse box 1 are locat-
ed under the rider seat. (See page 3-19
for rider seat removal and installation
procedures.)Fuse box 2 is located under panel B.
(See page 6-7 for panel removal and
installation procedures.)If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.1. Spare main fuse
2. Main fuse
3. Fuse box 1
4. Electronic fuel injection fuse
5. Turn signal light, taillight, license plate light,
auxiliary light and hazard fuse
6. Spare fuse
1. Fuse box 2
2. Headlight fuse
3. Radiator fan fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Odometer, clock and immobilizer system fuse
(backup fuse)
7. Spare fuse (× 2)
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 40 A
Fuse box 1:
Electronic fuel injection
fuse: 15 A
Turn signal light,
taillight, license plate
light, auxiliary light and
hazard fuse: 10 A
Fuse box 2:
Headlight fuse: 20 A
Signaling system fuse: 15 A
Radiator fan fuse: 15 A
Ignition fuse: 15 A
Odometer, clock and
immobilizer system fuse
(backup fuse): 10 A
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EC000103
CAUTION:_ Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire. _3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
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Replacing a headlight bulb This motorcycle is equipped with
quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove panel B (if replacing the
left headlight bulb) or panel A (if
replacing the right headlight bulb).
(See page 6-7 for panel removal
and installation procedures.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.1. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight coupler
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers ....................................................................... 9-1
Key identification number .................................................................. 9-1
Vehicle identification number ............................................................. 9-1
Model label ........................................................................................ 9-2
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