lock YAMAHA FZ6 S 2005 User Guide

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6


Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.


As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU22730
Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylin-
ders and calipers as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.


Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
EAU22760
Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.
EAU22791
To check the drive chain slack
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
3. Spin the rear wheel several times
to locate the tightest portion of the
drive chain.
4. Measure the drive chain slack as
shown.1. Drive chain slack
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6 5. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows.
EAU34361
To adjust the drive chain slack
1. Loosen the axle nut, then loosen
the locknut at each end of the
swingarm.
2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the
adjusting nut at each end of the
swingarm in direction (a). To loos-
en the drive chain, turn the adjust-
ing nut at each end of the
swingarm in direction (b), and then
push the rear wheel forward.NOTE:Using the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both adjusting nuts are in the same po-sition for proper wheel alignment.
CAUTION:
ECA10570
Improper drive chain slack will over-
load the engine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage. To
prevent this from occurring, keep
the drive chain slack within thespecified limits.
3. Tighten the locknuts, and then
tighten the axle nut to the specified
torque.
Drive chain slack:
45.0–55.0 mm (1.77–2.17 in)
1. Axle nut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
3. Locknut
4. Alignment marks
Tightening torques:
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)
Axle nut:
120 Nm (12.0 m·kgf, 87 ft·lbf)
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6charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealer
charge your battery.
EAU32842
Replacing the fuses The main fuse is located under the fuel
tank. (See page 6-12.)
The fuse box is located behind panel C.
(See page 6-5.)
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. Main fuse
2. Spare fuse
1. Fuse box
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immo-
bilizer system)
6. Electronic fuel injection fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Parking lighting fuse
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Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of awattage higher than specified.4. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU32822
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-13.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
WARNING
EWA12301
Do not touch the muffler bracket un-til the exhaust system has cooled.
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
2. Muffler bracket cover
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6 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the seat.
EAU24201
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.CAUTION:
ECA11190
Do not overtighten the screw, other-wise the lens may break.
EAU24310
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.
1. Screw
1. Screw
2. License plate light unit
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67. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAU32872
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10820


It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.


Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no dangerof it falling over.
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
3. Remove the axle nut.
4. Loosen the locknut and drive chain
adjusting nut on each side of the
swingarm.5. Push the wheel forward, and then
remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
1. Axle nut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
3. Locknut
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NOTE:The drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove andinstall the rear wheel.
6. While supporting the brake caliper
and slightly lifting the wheel, pull
the wheel axle out.NOTE:A rubber mallet may be useful to tap thewheel axle out.
7. Remove the wheel.
CAUTION:
ECA11070
Do not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed together
with the brake disc, otherwise thebrake pads will be forced shut.
EAU32940
To install the rear wheel
1. Install the wheel and the brake cal-
iper bracket by inserting the wheel
axle from the right-hand side.NOTE:

Make sure that the retainer on the
swingarm is inserted into the slot in
the brake caliper bracket.


Make sure that there is enough
space between the brake pads be-fore installing the wheel.2. Install the drive chain onto the rear
sprocket, and then adjust the drive
chain slack. (See page 6-20.)
3. Install the axle nut, and then lower
the rear wheel so that it is on the
ground.
4. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
1. Wheel axle
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
3. Locknut
4. Brake caliper bracket
5. Brake caliper
1. Retainer
2. Slot
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
120 Nm (12.0 m·kgf, 87 ft·lbf)
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6Engine overheating
WARNING
EWA10400


Do 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.


After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissingsound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
NOTE:If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-32BBattery................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever ............................................ 3-10
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-11CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-22
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-24
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-17
Coolant.................................................. 6-10DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, lubricating.......................... 6-22
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-20EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-7
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-18
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-25
Fuel....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-13
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-28HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Hazard switch ......................................... 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-16
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLCD tachometer ..................................... 3-5
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-31MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-5NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3OOil level warning light.............................. 3-4
PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-18SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-13
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-16
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking................................. 6-26
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-14
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-25TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-37
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