check engine YAMAHA XVS1300CU 2014 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Troubleshootin g chartsStartin g prob lems or poor en gine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
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.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6En
gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press d own on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as 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 TIP.)
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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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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72. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinders, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then
place the spark plugs on the
cylinder head so that the elec-
trodes are grounded. (This will
limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent d am-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. 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.
6. Cover each muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering them.
7. 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
6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-33BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-9
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-19
Brake pedal........................................... 3-10CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-12
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-3DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-7
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-22EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3FFront and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-20 Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-12
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-10
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-7
Hazard switch......................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................ 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-16
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light ................................ 6-33MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-1
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 ........................ 3-4NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2OOil level warning light ............................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8 Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch .............................................3-7
RRear suspension, lubricating ................6-25
RESET switch .........................................3-8SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-13
SELECT switch .......................................3-8
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal ...............................................3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-15
Sidestand ..............................................3-16
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch .............................................3-8
Steering, checking ................................6-27
Storage ...................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-34
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-26TTail/brake light ......................................6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ...........................................6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-15
Tires ......................................................6-15
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-34
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-36
Turn signal indicator light........................3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............6-32
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