oil temperature YAMAHA FZ8 N 2014 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator lig hts and warning
lig hts
EAU11021
Turn si gnal in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
EAU11061
Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081
Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11255
Oil level warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
TIP Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when rid-
ing on a slope or during sudden
acceleration or deceleration, but
this is not a malfunction.
 This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detec-
tion circuit, the following cycle will
be repeated until the malfunction
is corrected: The oil level warning
light will flash ten times, then go
off for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU1142D
Coolant temperature warnin g
li g ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, reduce
the load on the engine immediately. If
message “HI” flashes in the coolant
temperature display, stop the vehicle,
then stop the engine and let the engine
cool.
1. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Immobilizer system indicator light
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Oil level warning light “ ”
7. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
8. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ” (for ABS models)
ABS
123
45678
ABS
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
EAU48712
TIPThis model is equipped with:  a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the display will indicate error
code 30, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the key to “OFF” and
then to “ON” to clear the error
code. Failing to do so will prevent
the engine from starting even
though the engine will crank when
pushing the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
EAU51792
Startin g the en gineIn 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.
See page 3-25 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
The following warning lights and
indicator light should come on for
a few seconds, then go off. Oil level warning light
 Coolant temperature warning
light
 Engine trouble warning light
 Immobilizer system indicator
lightNOTICE
ECA17671
If the a bove warnin g li ghts or ind ica-
tor li ght do not come on initially
when the key is turned to “ON”, or if
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Charging system:AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.6 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light:
FZ8-NA LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Taillight fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: FZ8-NA 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: FZ8-NA 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
FZ8-NA 20.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
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10
INDEXAABS (for ABS models) ........................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-21
Brake light switches.............................. 6-22
Brake pedal........................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4
Cowling and panel, removing and
installing................................................ 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack................................... 6-25EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-16 Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-22
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Hazard switch....................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-35
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-25
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-39
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-24MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 6-3 Matte color, caution ................................7-1
Model label .............................................9-1
Multi-function meter unit .........................3-8
NNeutral indicator light ..............................3-4OOil level warning light ..............................3-4PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch ...........................................3-12SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-18
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-22
Sidestand ..............................................3-24
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-29
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-9
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-12
Steering, checking ................................6-30
Storage ...................................................7-3
Storage compartment ...........................3-19
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-39TTail/brake light bulb, replacing..............6-38
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ...........................................6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-17
Tires ......................................................6-18
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
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