stop start YAMAHA XVS950 2010 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3 malfunction is corrected: The fuel level
warning light will flash eight times, and
then go off for 3.0 seconds. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU11534
Engine trouble warning light“”
This warning light comes on or flashes
if a problem is detected in the electrical
circuit monitoring the engine. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system. (See page 3-7
for an explanation of the self-diagnosis
device.)
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
EAU38623
Immobilizer system indicator light
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The indicator light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the indicator light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the indicator light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30
seconds have passed, the indicator
light will start flashing indicating the im-
mobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.
This model is also equipped with a self-
diagnosis device for the immobilizer
system. (See page 3-7 for an explana-
tion of the self-diagnosis device.)
EAU47200
Multi-function meter unit
WARNING
EWA12422
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function meter unit. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
operator and increase the risk of an
accident.The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:

a speedometer


an odometer
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer/tripmeters/fuel reserve tripme-
ter/clock
1
2
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
3 Right
EAU12350
Pass switch“”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU12400
Dimmer switch“/”
Set this switch to“” for the high
beam and to“” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch“/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to“”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to“”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the centerposition. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12500
Horn switch“”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12660
Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to“” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12711
Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
EAU41700
The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU12733
Hazard switch“”
With the key in the “ON” or“” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.NOTICE
ECA10061
Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en-
gine not running, otherwise the bat-
tery may discharge.
EAU44602
“SELECT” switch
This switch is used to perform selec-
tions in the odometer and tripmeters, to
set the clock and to set the brightness
control mode of the multi-function
meter unit.
See “Multi-function meter unit” on page
3-5 for detailed information.
1. Engine stop switch“/”
2.“SELECT” switch
3.“RESET” switch
4. Start switch“”
5. Hazard switch“”
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52
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4
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-18
3
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15951
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
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
EAU47150
TIPThis model is equipped with:

a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the multi-function meter unit
indicates error code 30, but this is
not a malfunction. Turn the key to
“OFF” and then to “ON” to clear the
error code. Failing to do so will pre-
vent 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. In this case,
the multi-function meter unit indi-
cates error code 70, but this is not
a malfunction. Push the start
switch to clear the error code and
to restart the engine.
EAU47231
Starting the engine In 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 sid-
estand up.
See page 3-17 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 light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Fuel level warning light


Engine trouble warning light


Immobilizer system indicator
light
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-23
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-20
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-20
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-18
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-17
Brake lever ........................................... 3-11
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-15
Brake light switches .............................. 6-16
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-11CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-19
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Clutch lever........................................... 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-14DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-18EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-22
Fuel....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-25
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-8
Hazard switch.......................................... 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-26
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-15
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-17
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-29MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-2
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-5NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-7
Parking ....................................................5-4Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-22
RESET switch ....................................... 3-10
Rider seat ............................................. 3-14SSafety information ................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-9
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-21
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking ................................ 6-23
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-30
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-21TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-27
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-12
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-19
Tires ...................................................... 6-12
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-32
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-28
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9
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