lights YAMAHA YZF-R6 2003 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6
EC000103
CAUTION:_ Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire. _3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU04954
Replacing a headlight bulb This motorcycle is equipped with
quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove panel B (if replacing the
left headlight bulb) or panel A (if
replacing the right headlight bulb).
(See page 6-7 for panel removal
and installation procedures.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.1. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight coupler
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66. Connect the headlight coupler.
7. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
8. Install the panel.
9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU04982
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb This motorcycle is equipped with two
auxiliary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the auxiliary light bulb
cover by removing the quick fas-
tener.NOTE:_ Remove the quick fastener by pushing
the center pin in with a screwdriver,
then pulling the fastener out. _
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the auxiliary light bulb cover
by installing the quick fastener.
1. Auxiliary light bulb cover
2. Quick fastener
1. Auxiliary light bulb
2. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
7


Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.


Do not use high-pressure
washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water seep-
age and deterioration in the fol-
lowing areas: seals (of wheel
and swingarm bearings, fork
and brakes), electric compo-
nents (couplers, connectors,
instruments, switches and
lights), breather hoses and
vents.


For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning
compounds for plastic mayleave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a
small hidden part of the wind-
shield to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the wind-
shield is scratched, use a quali-
ty plastic polishing compound
after washing.
_After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning. Use the
special sponge, which is included in the
plastic bag containing the owner’s
manual, to clean the muffler and to re-
move any discoloration from it.After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.NOTE:_ Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring. _1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
ECA00012
CAUTION:_ Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of the
salt. _2. After drying the motorcycle, apply
a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and nick-
el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor-
rosion.
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, checking ..................... 6-19
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-22
Anti-theft alarm ...................................... 3-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-43BBattery ................................................... 6-38
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-35
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-35
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-32
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-31
Brake lever............................................. 3-16
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-29
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-30
Brake pedal............................................ 3-16
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-29CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-34
Care.........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ................................. 3-19
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-27
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-13
Changing .......................................... 6-15
Checking .......................................... 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light............3-6
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-5
DDimmer switch ....................................... 3-13
Drive chain, lubricating .......................... 6-33
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-32
Adjusting .......................................... 6-33
Checking .......................................... 6-32EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed ............................... 6-23
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-9
Engine stop switch................................. 3-14
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-5FFront fork, adjusting ............................... 3-23
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-37
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-18
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-17
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-40HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-13
Hazard switch ........................................ 3-14
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-41
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-21
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-5
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14
IIdentification numbers ..............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-28
Immobilizer system..................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.............3-6
Indicator and warning lights......................3-4KKey identification number .........................9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing...........6-45
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-27MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-2
Model label ..............................................9-2
Multi-function display................................3-8NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-5OOil level warning light ...............................3-5PParking.....................................................5-4
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ............................................3-13
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1
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INDEX
SSafety information.................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-19
Passenger seat ................................ 3-20
Rider seat ........................................ 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-15
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 5-3
Shift timing indicator light ......................... 3-6
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-25
Sidestand .............................................. 3-27
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 6-36
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................ 3-15
Steering, checking ................................. 6-37
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-21
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-45TTachometer ........................................... 3-13
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-44
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-23
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-34
Tires ...................................................... 6-24
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-51
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-52
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-44
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-14VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-24
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-38
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-46
Installing .......................................... 6-47
Removing ........................................ 6-46
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-49
Installing .......................................... 6-50
Removing ........................................ 6-49
Wheels .................................................. 6-27
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