check engine YAMAHA YXZ1000R 2020 Owner's Guide

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EBU35141Cleaning the spark arrester
WARNING
EWB03370Hot exhaust system may cause burns. To
avoid burns or fires, make sure that the en-
gine is stopped and the exhaust system is
cool before cleaning the spark arrester. Do
not start the engine while cleaning the ex-
haust system. 1. Remove the tailpipe cover by removingthe tailpipe cover bolts.
1. Air filter case check hose
1. Air filter case check hose
1
1
1. Tailpipe cover
2. Tailpipe cover bolt
1
2
2
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8. Install the tailpipe cover bolts and tightenthem to the specified torque.EBU32460Valve clearanceThe correct valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper fuel/air supply or
engine noise. To preven t this, the valve clear-
ance must be adjusted regularly. This adjust-
ment however, should be left to a
professional Yamaha service technician.EBU32470BrakesReplacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. Brake service
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB02572Operating with improperly serviced or ad-
justed brakes could lead to a loss in brak-
ing ability and an accident. EBU35150Checking the front and rear brake padsCheck each brake pad for damage and mea-
sure the lining thickness. If a brake pad is
damaged or if the lining thickness is less than
1.0 mm (0.04 in), have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the brake pads as a set.
The wheels need to be removed to check the
brake pads. (See page s 9-56, 9-58 for wheel
removal and installation procedures.)
Tightening torque: Tailpipe cover bolt:8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
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EBU35911Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performanceCheck 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.
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.
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.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
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Engine overheating
Wait for the engine to cool before removing the radiator cap. WARNING! If the engine is not
cool when removing the radiator cap, hot fluid and steam could blow out under pressure
and burn you.
[EWB03460]
Place a thick rag over the cap and remove the cap slowly to allow any re-
maining pressure to escape.
TIP Tap water can be used in an emergency. Ch ange to the recommended coolant as soon as
possible.
 The engine will tend to overheat if the radiator is caked with mud, or if air was not properly bled
from the cooling system. Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant le vel in the
coolant reservoir and/or radiator.
Level is OK.Level is low, check the
cooling system for leakage.
No
leakage.Leakage.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect
and repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Restart the engine. If the engine o verheats again, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect and/or repair the cooling system.
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EBU32774
CONSUMER INFORMATION
EBU38330Vehicle data recordingThis model’s control unit(s) store certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of malfunc-
tions and for research, statistical analysis and
development purposes.
Although the sensors and recorded data will
vary by model, the main data points are:
 Vehicle status and engine performance
data
 Fuel-injection and emission-related data
This data will be uploaded only when a spe-
cial Yamaha diagnostic tool is attached to the
vehicle, such as when maintenance checks or
service procedures are performed.
Vehicle data uploaded will be handled appro-
priately according to the following Privacy
Policy. Privacy Policy
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except in the following cases. In addi-
tion, Yamaha may provide vehicle data to a
contractor in order to outsource services re-
lated to the handling of vehicle data. Even in
this case, Yamaha will require the contractor
to properly handle the vehicle data we provid-
ed and Yamaha will appropriately manage the
data.
 With the consent of the vehicle owner
 Where obligated by law
 For use by Yamaha in litigation
 When the data is not related to an individual
vehicle nor owner
https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/privacy/
privacy-policy.aspx
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INDEX
AAccelerator pedal ......................................................... 5-18
Accelerator pedal, checking ........................................ 9-51
Accelerator pedal, Pre-operation check ........................ 6-7
Air filter ......................................................................... 9-39
Air filter case hoses, cleaning ...................................... 9-43
Auxiliary DC jack .......................................................... 5-38
Axle boots .................................................................... 9-37BBasic guide for safe use ................................................. 8-1
Battery, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 9-58
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ........................ 9-47
Brake fluid, replacing ...................................................9-49
Brake light switch, adjusting ........................................ 9-52
Brake pedal .................................................................. 5-19
Brake pedal, checking ................................................. 9-50
Brakes, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 9-46
Brakes, Pre-operation check ......................................... 6-3
Brake/tail light .............................................................. 9-66CCable, inspecting and lubrication ................................ 9-53
Cargo bed .................................................................... 5-27
Cleaning ....................................................................... 10-1
Clutch pedal ................................................................. 5-18
Clutch pedal, checking ................................................ 9-49
Clutch, Pre-operation check .......................................... 6-3
Control cables, Pre-operation check ............................. 6-8
Coolant, Periodic maintenance .................................... 9-35
Coolant, Pre-operation check ........................................ 6-6Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 5-4
Cup holders ................................................................. 5-26
DData recording, vehicle ................................................ 12-1
Differential gear lock indicator light ............................... 5-3
Differential gear oil, Periodic maintenance .................. 9-32
Differential gear, Pre-operation check ........................... 6-6
Doors ........................................................................... 5-21
Drive mode, selecting .................................................... 7-7
Driver seat position ...................................................... 5-23
Drive shaft universal joint, lubrication .......................... 9-55
Drivetrain icon ................................................................ 5-3EEngine break-in .............................................................. 7-1
Engine oil and oil filter, Periodic maintenance ............. 9-16
Engine oil, Pre-operation check ..................................... 6-6
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 5-5
EPS warning light ........................................................... 5-5FFinal gear oil, Periodic maintenance ............................ 9-30
Final gear, Pre-operation check ..................................... 6-6
Fittings and fasteners, Pre-operation check .................. 6-8
Flag pole bracket ......................................................... 5-28
Four–wheel drive knob (On–Command 4WD) .............. 5-17
Front and rear brake pads, checking ........................... 9-46
Fuel, Pre-operation check .............................................. 6-4
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 5-21
Fuse, replacing ............................................................. 9-63GGlove compartment ..................................................... 5-25
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HHeadlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 9-66
Headlights .................................................................... 9-65
Helmet reminder light .................................................... 5-6
High beam indicator light ............................................... 5-3
Hood ............................................................................ 9-10IIdentification numbers ................................................... 1-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 5-2
Instruments, lights and switches, Pre-operation check ........................................................................... 6-8JJump-starting .............................................................. 9-62LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................. 5-16
Loading .......................................................................... 7-9MMain switch .................................................................... 5-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 9-6
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 9-4
Maintenance charts ....................................................... 9-4
Model label .................................................................... 1-1
Multi-function meter unit ............................................... 5-7NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 5-2OOwner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 9-2PPanels .......................................................................... 9-10
Parking ........................................................................... 7-9 Parking brake indicator light .......................................... 5-3
Parking brake lever ...................................................... 5-19
Parking brake lever free play, adjusting ...................... 9-51
Parking brake pads, checking ..................................... 9-47
Passenger handhold, Pre-operation check ................... 6-7
Pedal, lubrication ......................................................... 9-53
RRear knuckle upper and lower pivot, lubrication ......... 9-55
Reverse gear lock lever ............................................... 5-20
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 5-2SSafety information .......................................................... 3-1
Seat belt reminder light ................................................. 5-6
Seat belts ..................................................................... 5-24
Seat belts, Pre-operation check .................................... 6-7
Seats ............................................................................ 5-21
Shift lever ..................................................................... 5-20
Shift lever operation and reverse driving ....................... 7-3
Shift lever, Pre-operation check .................................... 6-8
Shift light ........................................................................ 5-4
Shock absorbers, front ................................................ 5-28
Shock absorbers, rear ................................................. 5-33
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 9-44
Spark plugs, checking ................................................. 9-37
Specifications .............................................................. 11-1
Stabilizer bushes, checking ..........
............................... 9-54
Starting the engine ........................................................ 7-2
Steering, Pre-operation check ....................................... 6-7
Steering shaft, lubrication ............................................ 9-56
Steering wheel position ............................................... 5-23
Storage ........................................................................ 10-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 5-25
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