key YAMAHA YZF-R1 2004 User Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-11
3 1. Use the code re-registering key to
start the engine.
NOTE:Make sure there are no other immobi-
lizer keys close to the main switch, and
do not keep more than one immobilizer
key on the same key ring! Immobilizer
system keys may cause signal interfer-
ence, which may prevent the enginefrom starting.
2. If the engine starts, turn it off and
try starting the engine with the
standard keys.
3. If one or both of the standard keys
do not start the engine, take the
vehicle, the code re-registering
key and both standard keys to a
Yamaha dealer and have the stan-
dard keys re-registered.
If the right display indicates any error
codes, note the code number, and then
have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
CAUTION:
ECA11590
If the display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoidengine damage.
Display brightness and shift timing
indicator light control mode
This mode cycles through five control
functions, allowing you to make the fol-
lowing settings in the order listed be-
low.

Display brightness:
This function allows you to adjust
the brightness of the displays and
tachometer to suit the outside
lighting conditions.


Shift timing indicator light activity:
This function allows you to choose
whether or not the indicator light
should be activated and whether it
should flash or stay on when acti-
vated.


Shift timing indicator light activa-
tion:
This function allows you to select
the engine speed at which the indi-
cator light will be activated.


Shift timing indicator light deactiva-
tion:
This function allows you to select
the engine speed at which the indi-
cator light will be deactivated.


Shift timing indicator light bright-
ness:
This function allows you to adjust
the brightness of the indicator light
to suit your preference.
NOTE:

To make any settings in this mode,
you have to cycle through all of its
functions. However, if the key is
turned to “OFF” or the engine is
started before completing the pro-
cedure, only the settings made be-
fore the “SELECT” button was last
pushed will be applied.


In this mode, the right display
shows the current setting for each
function (except the shift timing in-dicator light activity function).
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3To adjust the brightness of the multi-
function meter displays and tachometer1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Push and hold the “SELECT” but-
ton.
3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re-
lease the “SELECT” button after
five seconds.
4. Push the “RESET” button to select
the desired brightness level.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected brightness level.
The control mode changes to the
shift timing indicator light activity
function.
To set the shift timing indicator light ac-tivity function1. Push the “RESET” button to select
one of the following indicator light
activity settings:


The indicator light will stay on
when activated. (This setting
is selected when the indicator
light stays on.)


The indicator light will flash
when activated. (This setting
is selected when the indicator
light flashes four times per
second.)


The indicator light is deacti-
vated; in other words, it will
not come on or flash. (This
setting is selected when the
indicator light flashes once
every two seconds.)
2. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected indicator light ac-
tivity. The control mode changes to
the shift timing indicator light acti-
vation function.
To set the shift timing indicator light ac-
tivation functionNOTE:The shift timing indicator light activation
function can be set between 7000 r/min
and 15000 r/min. From 7000 r/min to
12000 r/min, the indicator light can be
set in increments of 500 r/min. From
12000 r/min to 15000 r/min, the indica-
tor light can be set in increments of 200r/min.1. Push the “RESET” button to select
the desired engine speed for acti-
vating the indicator light.
2. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift timing indicator light deactiva-
tion function.
To set the shift timing indicator light de-
activation functionNOTE:

The shift timing indicator light de-
activation function can be set be-
tween 7000 r/min and 15000 r/min.
From 7000 r/min to 12000 r/min,
the indicator light can be set in in-
crements of 500 r/min. From
12000 r/min to 15000 r/min, the in-
dicator light can be set in incre-
ments of 200 r/min.


Be sure to set the deactivation
function to a higher engine speed
than for the activation function,
otherwise the shift timing indicatorlight will remain deactivated.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3Right
EAU12370
Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the head-
lights.
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.
EAU12710
Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.CAUTION:
ECA10050
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-tions prior to starting the engine.
EAU12731
Hazard switch “”
With the key in the “ON” or “” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard light (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard light is used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.CAUTION:
ECA10060
Do not use the hazard light for an ex-
tended length of time, otherwise thebattery may discharge.
1. Engine stop switch “/”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-16
3it by aligning a groove on the adjusting
knob with the “” mark on the brake
lever.
EAU12941
Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
EAU13070
Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-17
3
NOTE:The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap isnot properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11090
Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
EAU13210
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
EWA10880


Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
CAUTION:
ECA10070
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
EAU13390
CAUTION:
ECA11400
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
18.0 L (4.76 US gal) (3.96 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel
level warning light comes on):
3.4 L (0.90 US gal) (0.75 Imp.gal)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-19
3
EAU33860
Seats Rider seat
To remove the rider seatPull back the rear of the rider seat as
shown, remove the bolts, and then pull
the seat off.
To install the rider seatInsert the projection on the front of the
rider seat into the seat holder as
shown, place the seat in the original po-
sition, and then install the bolts.Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it clockwise.2. While holding the key in that posi-
tion, lift the front of the passenger
seat and pull it forward.
To install the passenger seat
1. Insert the projection on the rear of
the passenger seat into the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:Make sure that the seats are properlysecured before riding.
1. Bolt
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-27
3
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.
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.
This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO YES NO YES NONOTE:
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15950
WARNING
EWA10270


Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible lossof control.
EAU33010
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.WARNING
EWA10290


Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-26.


Never ride with the sidestanddown.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
CAUTION:
ECA11730
The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Fuel level warning light


Coolant temperature warning
light


Shift timing indicator light


Engine trouble warning light


Immobilizer system indicator
light
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see page 3-3 for the corre-
sponding warning and indicator
light circuit check.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.NOTE:When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-cuit.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.NOTE:If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
5
CAUTION:
ECA10301
After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil must be changed and
the oil filter cartridge or element re-placed.
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.CAUTION:
ECA10310


Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.


If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-cle.
EAU17211
Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
EWA10310


Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.


Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehiclemay overturn.
CAUTION:
ECA10380
Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass orother flammable materials.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-30
6charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealer
charge your battery.
EAU34052
Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the electronic fuel
injection fuse are located under the rid-
er seat. (See page 3-19.)
The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located be-
hind the cowling shown.If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
NOTE:
Include steps 2–4 and 8–9 only for thefuses in the fuse box.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the quick fasteners by
pushing the center in with a screw-
driver, then pulling the fastener
out.
1. Main fuse
2. Electronic fuel injection spare fuse
3. Electronic fuel injection fuse
1. Cowling
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