check engine YAMAHA XJR 1300 2005 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-25
6
CAUTION:
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
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.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-35
6
EAU25891
Troubleshooting chart
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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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags to prevent moisture from
entering them.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-26.
NOTE:Make any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning..................... 6-10
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-7
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery................................................... 6-26
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-18
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-19
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake lever ............................................ 3-10
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-10CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Carburetors, adjusting........................... 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play ............................ 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-8
Drive chain, lubricating.......................... 6-21
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-19EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed............................... 6-12
Engine oil and oil filter element ............... 6-8
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-8
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-24
Fuel....................................................... 3-11
Fuel cock .............................................. 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-12
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-7
Hazard switch ......................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-28
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-19
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLuggage strap holders .......................... 3-18MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3
OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-8
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-16SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-14
Self-diagnosis device .............................. 3-5
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-9
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-17
Sidestand .............................................. 3-18
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-5
Starter (choke) lever.............................. 3-14
Starting a cold engine ............................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking................................. 6-25
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-15
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-24TTachometer ............................................. 3-5
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
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