key battery YAMAHA XVS250 2001 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ................. 6-19
Adjusting the brake lever free play .................. 6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal position and
free play ....................................................... 6-20
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ............... 6-22
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ......................................... 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ......................... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid ................................. 6-24
Drive chain slack ............................................. 6-24
Lubricating the drive chain .............................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals .................................................. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ................................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .......... 6-28
Checking the front fork .................................... 6-28
Checking the steering ..................................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings .......................... 6-30
Battery ............................................................. 6-30
Replacing the fuses ........................................ 6-32
Replacing the headlight bulb ........................... 6-33
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ................... 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .................... 6-36
Supporting the motorcycle .............................. 6-36
Front wheel ..................................................... 6-37
Rear wheel ...................................................... 6-39Troubleshooting .............................................. 6-40
Troubleshooting chart ..................................... 6-41
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ............. 7-1
Care .................................................................. 7-1
Storage ............................................................. 7-4
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 8-1
Specifications .................................................... 8-1
Conversion table ............................................... 8-5
CONSUMER INFORMATION.............................. 9-1
Identification numbers ....................................... 9-1
Key identification number .................................. 9-1
Vehicle identification number ............................ 9-1
Model label ........................................................ 9-2
789
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU01590
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU00057
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU03777
Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.NOTE:_ This warning light comes on for a few
seconds, and then flashes when the
key is turned to “ON”, but this does not
indicate a malfunction. _
1. High beam indicator light “ ”
2. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
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