check engine YAMAHA YZF-R1 2020 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-19
7
EAU44735
Checkin g the eng ine idlin g
spee dCheck the engine idling speed and, if
necessary, have it corrected by a
Yamaha dealer.
EAU21403
Valve clearanceThe valves are an important engine
component, and since valve clearance
changes with use, they must be
checked and adjusted at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart. Unadjusted valves can result in
improper air-fuel mixture, engine
noise, and eventually engine damage.
To prevent this from occurring, have
your Yamaha dealer check and adjust
the valve clearance at regular intervals.TIPThis service must be performed when
the engine is cold.
EAU64412
TiresTires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
WARNING
EWA10504
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.  The tire air pressure must be
checked and a djuste d on col d
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the am bient
temperature).
 The tire air pressure must be
a d juste d in accor dance with the
ri din g speed and with the total
En gine i dlin g spee d:
1200–1400 r/min
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-39
7
EAU86350
Trou bleshootin g chart
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.
Try starting the engine.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 plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug(s). 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
Try starting the engine.
Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-40
7
EAU86420
En 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 down 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 stora ge
8-4
8
EAU83472
Stora geAlways store the vehicle in a cool, dry
place. If necessary, protect it against
dust with a porous cover. Be sure the
engine and the exhaust system are
cool before covering the vehicle. If the
vehicle often sits for weeks at a time
between uses, the use of a quality fuel
stabilizer is recommended after each
fill-up.NOTICE
ECA21170
 Storin g the vehicle in a poorly
ventilate d room or coverin g it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water an d humi dity to
seep in an d cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles ( because
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.Lon g term stora ge
Before storing the vehicle long term (60
days or more): 1. Make all necessary repairs and
perform any outstanding mainte-
nance.
2. Follow all instructions in the Care section of this chapter.
3. Fill up the fuel tank, adding fuel stabilizer according to product in-
structions. Run the engine for 5
minutes to distribute treated fuel
through the fuel system.
4. For vehicles equipped with a fuel cock: Turn the fuel cock lever to
the off position.
5. For vehicles with a carburetor: To prevent fuel deposits from build-
ing up, drain the fuel in the carbu-
retor float chamber into a clean
container. Retighten the drain bolt
and pour the fuel back into the fuel
tank.
6. Use a quality engine fogging oil according to product instructions
to protect internal engine compo-
nents from corrosion. If engine
fogging oil is not available, per-
form the following steps for each
cylinder:a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug. b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
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 cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
7. Lubricate all control cables, piv- ots, levers and pedals, as well as
the sidestand and centerstand (if
equipped).
8. Check and correct the tire air pressure, and then lift the vehicle
so that all wheels are off the
ground. Otherwise, turn the
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Consumer information
10-2
10The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See page
4-38.) Record the information on this
label in the space provided. This infor-
mation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
EAU69910
Dia
gnostic connectorThe diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU85300
Vehicle data recor din gThis model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research, statisti-
cal analysis and development purpos-
es.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
 Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
 Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
This data will be uploaded only when a
special Yamaha diagnostic tool is at-
tached to the vehicle, such as when
maintenance checks or service proce-
dures are performed.
Vehicle data uploaded will be handled
appropriately according to the follow-
ing Privacy Policy.
Privacy Policy
1. Diagnostic connector
1
https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/
privacy/privacy-policy.aspx
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IndexAABS warning light ................................... 4-7
Air filter element .................................... 7-18
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 4-49
Auxiliary system warning light ................ 4-8BBattery .................................................. 7-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-30
Brake control system (BC) .................... 4-33
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-25
Brake lever ............................................ 4-33
Brake lever free play, checking............. 7-24
Brake light switches.............................. 7-24
Brake pedal........................................... 4-33CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-29
Canister................................................. 7-13
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-38
CCU ...................................................... 4-39
Clutch lever ........................................... 4-32
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-23
Coolant ................................................. 7-17
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing................................................ 7-9DData recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connector............................ 10-2
Dimmer switch ........................................ 4-4
Display, main screen............................... 4-9 Display, menu screen ........................... 4-15
Document storage ................................ 4-41
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 7-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-27
EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 7-19
Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge ........... 7-14
Engine overheating ............................... 7-40
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
EXUP system........................................ 4-48FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-25
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 4-42
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-32
Fuel ....................................................... 4-35
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 6-4
Fuel level warning light ........................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-35
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 4-37
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-35GGlossary ................................................. 3-5HHandlebar switches ................................ 4-3
Hazard switch......................................... 4-4
High beam indicator light ....................... 4-6
Horn switch ............................................ 4-4IIdentification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 4-50
Immobilizer system ................................ 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 4-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 4-5
MMain switch/steering lock .......................4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic....7-5
Maintenance, emission control
system ..................................................7-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)..............4-6
Matte color, caution ................................8-1
Model label ...........................................10-1NNeutral indicator light ..............................4-6OOil pressure and Coolant temperature warning light .........................................4-8PParking ....................................................6-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass/LAP switch .....................................4-4RRear view mirrors ..................................4-41SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat cover .............................................4-40
Seats .....................................................4-38
Shift indicator light ..................................4-7
Shifting ....................................................6-3
Shift pedal .............................................4-32
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....4-45
Sidestand ..............................................4-49
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....7-31
Spark plugs, checking ..........................7-12
Special features ......................................3-1
Specifications .........................................9-1
Stability control indicator light ................4-8
Starting the engine ..................................6-2
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