fuse box YAMAHA YZF-R6 2011 Owners Manual

DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
EAU10410
Left view1. Fuse box 2 (page 6-34)
2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-23)
3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-23)
4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-25)
5. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt
(for fast compression damping) (page 3-25)
6. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt
(for slow compression damping) (page 3-25)
7. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)8. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-25)
9. Shift pedal (page 3-16)
10.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-13)
11.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-13)
12.Front fork compression damping force adjusting bolt (for fast compres-
sion damping) (page 3-23)
13.Front fork compression damping force adjusting bolt (for slow com-
pression damping) (page 3-23)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
EAU10420
Right view
1
2
3,4,5,6
710
9
8
11
12
13
14
15
1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-27)
2. Helmet cable holder (page 3-21)
3. Fuse box 1 (page 6-34)
4. Main fuse (page 6-34)
5. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-34)
6. Battery (page 6-33)
7. Air filter element (page 6-19)
8. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16)9. Radiator cap (page 6-16)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
11.Coolant drain bolt (page 6-17)
12.Engine oil dipstick (page 6-13)
13.Brake pedal (page 3-17)
14.Rear brake light switch (page 6-24)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-34
6battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16521
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the keyis turned to “OFF”, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16840]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU23705
Replacing the fuses The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and fuse box 1 are located under
the rider seat. (See page 3-20.)
Fuse box 2 is located under panel A.
(See page 6-8.)1. Main fuse
2. Fuel injection system spare fuse
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuse box 1
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
6. Electronic throttle valve fuse
7. Spare fuse
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6-35
6
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” 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 higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
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.
EAU39012
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb
headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Fuse box 2
2. Left radiator fan fuse
3. Right radiator fan fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Ignition fuse
6. Taillight fuse
7. Headlight fuse
8. Spare fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Taillight fuse:
7.5 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
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