2000 YAMAHA TDM 850 lights

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-3
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-4
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-5
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-5
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-6
Starter (choke) “ ” .............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-8
Shift pedal ............................................................. 3-8
Front brake lever ................................................... 3-9Rear brake pedal.................................................. 3-9
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-10
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-12
Seat.................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-13
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-13
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-14
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-15
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-17
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-17
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-17
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
EAU00048
(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light come
on but all other circuits are off. The key
can be removed in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
EAU00056
Indicator lights
EAU00058
Turn indicator lights “ ” / “ ”
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn switch is moved to the
left or right.
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
EAU01707
Coolant temperature indicator light
“”
This indicator light comes on when the
engine overheats. If the light comes on,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool. To check that the in-
dicator light is working properly:l
Turn the engine stop switch to
“ ” and the main switch to “ON”.
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Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever.
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Push the start switch.
If the indicator light does not come on
while pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer inspect the electrical
circuit.
EC000002
CAUTION:@ When the engine is overheated, do
not continue riding. @
1. Left turn indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature indicator light “ ”
5. Right turn indicator light “ ”
6. Fuel indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
3
EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU00120
Pass switch “PASS”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
EAU00121
Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU00127
Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
EAU00129
Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
EAU00144
Hazard switch “ ”
The hazard switch should be turned on
under emergency or hazardous condi-
tions. All turn signal lights will flash si-
multaneously when this switch is
turned on with the main switch in the
“ON” or “ ” position.
EC000006
CAUTION:@ The battery can discharge from ex-
tended use, making it difficult to op-
erate the starter. @NOTE:@ Turn on the hazard switch to warn oth-
er drivers if your motorcycle must be
stopped where it might be a traffic haz-
ard. @
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Hazard switch “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-7
3
EAU00138
Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to “ ” to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to “ ” to stop the engine.
EAU00134*
Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter lights
and taillight. Turning the light switch to
“ ”, turns the headlight on also.
EAU00143
Start switch “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
EC000005
CAUTION:@ See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine. @
EAU02976
Starter (choke) “ ”Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture. A separate starter cir-
cuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction
a to turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction
b to turn off the
starter (choke).
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch “ ”
1. Starter (choke) “ ”
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
NOTE:Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.Brake and clutch lever
pivots• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-25
Sidestand pivot• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-26
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Lights, signals and
switches• Check for proper operation. 6-30 ~ 6-32
Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-11 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-5
5
EAU00424
Tips for reducing fuel
consumptionYour motorcycle’s fuel consumption
depends to a large extent on your
riding style. The following tips can help
reduce fuel consumption:l
Warm up the engine before riding.
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Turn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
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Shift up swiftly and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
l
Do not double-clutch or rev the en-
gine while shifting down and avoid
high engine speeds with no load
on the engine.
l
Turn off the engine instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time, i.e. in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or railroad crossings.
EAU00436
Engine break-inThere is never a more important period
in the life of your motorcycle than the
period between zero and 1,000 km. For
this reason we ask that you carefully
read the following material. Because
the engine is brand new, you must not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1,000 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full throttle oper-
ation, or any condition which might re-
sult in excessive heating of the engine,
must be avoided.
EAU00440
0 ~ 150 km
Avoid operation above 5,000 r/min.
Stop the engine and let it cool for 5 to
10 minutes after every hour of opera-
tion. Vary the speed of the motorcycle
from time to time. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
150 ~ 500 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
6,000 r/min. Rev the motorcycle freely
through the gears, but do not use full
throttle at any time.
500 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of
7,000 r/min.
EC000052
CAUTION:@ After 1,000 km of operation, be sure
to replace the engine oil and oil fil-
ter. @
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
7
ECA00010
CAUTION:@ l
Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If you do use such
products for hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave it on any long-
er than instructed, then thor-
oughly rinse it off with water,
immediately dry the area and
apply a corrosion protection
spray.
l
Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic.
l
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.
l
Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel bearings,
swingarm bearings, forks and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
l
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 may
leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a
small hidden part of the wind-
shield to make sure they do not
leave any marks. If the wind-
shield is scratched, use a quali-
ty plastic polishing compound
after washing.
@After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads in the winter are extremely corro-
sive in combination with water, carry
out the following steps after each ride
in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads. (Salt sprayed in the
winter may remain on the roads well
into spring.)
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10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-13
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-5BBattery ................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-25
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-25
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-23
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-21CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-24
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-15
Care.........................................................7-1
Changing the coolant ............................. 6-11
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-21
Clutch lever ..............................................3-8
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-19
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Coolant temperature indicator light...........3-2
Cooling system ...................................... 6-10
Cowling and panel removal and
installation .............................................6-5
Cowlings A and B ....................................6-5DDiagnosis device......................................3-5
Dimmer switch .........................................3-6
Drive chain lubrication ............................ 6-24
Drive chain slack adjustment.................. 6-23
Drive chain slack check.......................... 6-23
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil ................................................ 6-8
Engine overheating ................................. 6-34
Engine stop switch................................... 3-7FFront brake lever ..................................... 3-9
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-14
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-5
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only) .............................. 3-12
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-10
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-29GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-6
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-6
Engine stop switch ............................. 3-7
Hazard switch .................................... 3-6
Horn switch ........................................ 3-6
Lights switch ...................................... 3-7
Pass switch ........................................ 3-6
Start switch ........................................ 3-7
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-6
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-30
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-13
High beam indicator light ..........................3-2
Horn switch ..............................................3-6IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-15
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Coolant temperature indicator light .....3-2
Fuel indicator light...............................3-3
High beam indicator light ....................3-2
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Turn indicator lights ............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-22KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-7
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-17MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2PPanels A and B ........................................6-6
Parking.....................................................5-6
Pass switch ..............................................3-6
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .......6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1
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