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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3If a problem is detected in any of those
circuits, the engine trouble warning
light comes on and the display indi-
cates an error code.
If the display indicates any error codes,
note the code number, and then have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The self-diagnosis device also detects
problems in the immobilizer system
circuits.
If a problem is detected in any of the
immobilizer system circuits, the immo-
bilizer system indicator light flashes
and the display indicates an error
code.
TIPIf the display indicates error code 52,
this could be caused by transponder
interference. If this error code appears,
try the following.1. Use the code re-registering key to
start the engine.TIPMake sure there are no other immobi-
lizer keys close to the main switch, and
do not keep more than one immobilizer
key on the same key ring! Immobilizer system keys may cause signal interfer-
ence, which may prevent the engine
from starting.
2. If the engine starts, turn it off and
try starting the engine with the
standard keys.
3. If one or both of the standard keys do not start the engine, take the
vehicle, the code re-registering
key and both standard keys to a
Yamaha dealer and have the stan-
dard keys re-registered.NOTICE
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If the display in dicates an error
co de, the vehicle shoul d b e checked
as soon as possi ble in or der to avoi d
en gine damag e.
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Handle bar switchesLeft1. Pass switch “ ”
2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
3. Hazard switch “ ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Turn signal switch “ / ”
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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
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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
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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.
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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 3-32 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 lights should come on for
a few seconds, then go off. Oil level warning light
Fuel level warning light
Coolant temperature warning
light
Engine trouble warning light
Shift timing indicator light
Immobilizer system indicator
light
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INDEX
AABS....................................................... 3-21
ABS warning light ................................... 3-6
Air filter element.................................... 6-19
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ........ 6-27
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-25
Brake lever............................................ 3-20
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-24
Brake light switches ............................. 6-24
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-20CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-24
Clutch lever.................................. 3-19, 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-5
Cowling and panels, removing and installing ........................ 6-8DDimmer switch...................................... 3-18EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking.............. 6-20
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-18 Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-5
EXUP system ....................................... 3-31
FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-27
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-30
Fuel ...................................................... 3-23
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-24
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-22
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-17
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-18
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-36
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-18IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-32
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-6
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-39
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-31MMain 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 display ............................. 3-8
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-18SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-25
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-19
Shift timing indicator light ....................... 3-6
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-29
Sidestand.............................................. 3-31
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-7
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-18
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-40
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-29TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-38
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-20
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