check engine YAMAHA FZ6 S 2005 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6
EAU23280
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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6
EAU25911
Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
WARNING
EWA10840
Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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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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