lock YAMAHA XT500E 2002 User Guide

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6
EAU03497
Replacing a turn signal light
bulbTurn signal light bulb, replacing1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
1
2
1. Screw
2. Lens
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Replacing the tail/brake light
bulbTail/brake light bulb, replacing1. Remove the tail/brake light lens
by removing the screws.
21
1. Screw (×2)
2. Lens
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
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.
ECA00065
cCDo not overtighten the screw, oth-
erwise the lens may break.
1
1. Bulb
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6 2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
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
screws.
EC000108
cCDo not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
1
1. Bulb
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground
by using a motorcycle stand or, if a
motorcycle stand is not available, by
placing a jack either under each side
of the frame in front of the rear wheel
or under each side of the swingarm.
EAU01579
Supporting the motorcycleSupporting the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with
a centerstand, follow these precau-
tions when removing the front and
rear wheel or performing other main-
tenance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed
under the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy-
cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing
a jack under the frame in front of
the rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
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INDEX
E
Engine break-in ..................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................. 6-15
Engine oil and oil filter element ........... 6-10
Engine, starting a warm ......................... 5-2
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-22
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Front wheel........................................... 6-37
Installing ............................................ 6-37
Removing .......................................... 6-37
Fuel ....................................................... 3-6
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-6
Fuse, replacing .................................... 6-32
H
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-3
Light switch ......................................... 3-3
Pass switch ......................................... 3-3
Dimmer switch .................................... 3-3
Turn signal switch ............................... 3-3
Horn switch ......................................... 3-3
Engine stop switch .............................. 3-4
Start switch ......................................... 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-33
Helmet holder ...................................... 3-10
I
Identification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-12
Indicator lights ....................................... 3-2
High beam indicator light .................... 3-2
Neutral indicator light .......................... 3-2
Turn signal indicator light .................... 3-2
K
Key identification number ...................... 9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Model label ............................................ 9-2
P
Parking .................................................. 5-5
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .................................................... 6-3
Pre-operation check list ......................... 4-1
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........ 6-22
Rear suspension, lubricating ............... 6-29
Rear wheel ........................................... 6-39
Removing .......................................... 6-39
Install ................................................ 6-40
S
Seat ....................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-5
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .......... 5-3
Shifting .................................................. 5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-10
Sidestand ............................................ 3-11
A
Air filter element, cleaning ................... 6-13
B
Battery ................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-5
Brake lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-5
Brake pedal position, adjusting ........... 6-21
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Carburetor, adjusting ........................... 6-14
Care ....................................................... 7-1
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-4
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......... 6-20
Conversion table ................................... 8-5
Cowling and panels, removing and
installing .............................................. 6-6
D
Drive chain slack ................................. 6-25
Checking ........................................... 6-25
Adjusting ........................................... 6-25
Drive chain, lubricating ........................ 6-26
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