warning light YAMAHA YZF-R3 2018 User Guide

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-10
6
8. Install the engine oil drain bolt and
its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.TIP
Install the new gasket as shown.
9. Refill with the specified amount ofthe recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
TIP
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE
ECA11621
In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the en gine oil also
lu bricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a hi gh-
er quality than specified . In
a dd ition, do not use oils la bele d
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
10. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
TIP
After the engine is started, the engine
oil pressure warning light should go off.
1. Torque wrench
Tightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge: 17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
1
2
1
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:
1.80 L (1.90 US qt, 1.58 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.10 L (2.22 US qt, 1.85 Imp.qt)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-20
6
EAU37914
Checkin g the brake lever free
play
There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14212
A soft or spon gy feelin g in the brake
lever can in dicate the presence of
air in the hy draulic system. If there is
air in the hy draulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer blee d the system be-
fore operatin g the vehicle. Air in the
hy draulic system will diminish the
b rakin g performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control an d an acci-
d ent.
EAU36505
Brake li ght switches
The brake light should come on just
before braking takes effect. The brake
light is activated by switches connect-
ed to the brake lever and brake pedal.
Since the brake light switches are
components of the anti-lock brake sys-
tem, they should only be serviced by a
Yamaha dealer.
1. No brake lever free play
1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-32
6
5. Place the tray in its original posi-
tion, and then install the quick fas-
teners.
6. Install the passenger seat.
Fuse box 1 is located behind the center
cover. (See page 3-18.)
Fuse box 1
Fuse box 2 is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-18.) Fuse
box 2
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key to “ ” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive dam-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
1. Fuse box 1
1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. ABS control unit fuse
4. Backup fuse (for clock)
5. Headlight fuse
6. Radiator fan motor fuse
7. Spare fuse
1
71
2
3
5
6
4
1. Fuse box 2
1. Spare fuse
2. ABS solenoid fuse
3. ABS motor fuse
1
123
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-3
7 2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
Cleaning the windshield
Avoid using any alkaline or strong acid
cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
other solvent. Clean the windshield
with a cloth or sponge dampened with
a mild detergent, and then wash it off
thoroughly with water. For additional
cleaning, use Yamaha Windshield
Cleaner or another high-quality wind-
shield cleaner. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastics may leave
scratches on the windshield. Before
using such cleaners, test an area of the
windshield which does not affect your
visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
After cleanin g
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt. 6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nering b ehavior.
NOTICE
ECA10801
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
 Avoi d using abrasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
 Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
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Specifications
8-3
8
Brake/tail light:LED
Front turn signal light: 10.0 W
Rear turn signal light:
10.0 W
Auxiliary light: 5.0 W
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil pressure warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light: LED
Fuse(s):
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 7.5 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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10-1
10
Index
A
ABS ...................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb ................................ 6-35
B
Battery .................................................. 6-30
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 6-22
Brake lever ........................................... 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-20
Brake light switches ............................. 6-20
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Canister .................................................. 6-8
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-18
Clutch lever .......................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-11
D
Data recording, vehicle .......................... 9-3
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch ..................................... 3-11
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-25
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
E
Engine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine serial number.............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12
Engine trouble warning light................... 3-3
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-21
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Fuel....................................................... 3-16
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-15
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 3-17
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31
H
Handlebar switches.............................. 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-33
Helmet holders ..................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2 Horn switch........................................... 3-12
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-24
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 3-2
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-23
M
Main switch/steering lock ....................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-4
N
Neutral indicator light.............................. 3-2
O
Oil pressure warning light ....................... 3-2
P
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-11
R
Rear view mirrors .................................. 3-21
S
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-18
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal............................................. 3-13
Shift timing indicator light ....................... 3-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-22
Sidestand .............................................. 3-23
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-7
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-2
Start switch ........................................... 3-12
Steering, checking ................................ 6-29
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ........................... 3-21
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-28
T
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-35
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .................... 6-26
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-16
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