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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
3
EAU00105
Diagnosis deviceThis model is equipped with a self diag-
nosis for the following circuits:l
Throttle Position Sensor (T.P.S.)
circuit
l
Fuel indicator light circuit
If some trouble should occur in any of
these circuits, the tachometer will re-
peatedly display as follows:
CB-53E
Use this chart to identify what circuit is
faulty according to the specified r/min
displayed.CB-60EIf the tachometer displays as described
above, take note of the specified r/min
and then take your motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer for repair.
EC000004
CAUTION:@ To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if the tachometer dis-
plays a repeated change in r/min. @
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.
0 r/min
for 3
seconds
Specified r/min for
the faulty circuit
for 2.5 seconds
(see chart below)
Current
engine
r/min for 3
seconds
Specified r/min
Faulty circuit
3,000 r/min
Throttle Position Sensor
(T.P.S.)
8,000 r/min
Fuel indicator light
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-10
3
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.
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.
EAU01238
Light switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”,
turns on the auxiliary lights, meter
lights and taillights. 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. @
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch “ ”
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10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-19
Antitheft alarm (optional) ........................ 3-12BBattery ................................................... 6-33
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-31
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-28
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-25
Brake pedal lubrication........................... 6-30CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-30
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-20
Care.........................................................7-1
Changing the coolant ............................. 6-14
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .................................................... 6-26
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-11
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-25
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Cooling system ...................................... 6-13
Cowling and panel removal and
installation .............................................6-6
Cowlings A and B ....................................6-6DDiagnosis device......................................3-9
Digital speedometer .................................3-7
Dimmer switch .........................................3-9
Drive chain lubrication ............................ 6-29
Drive chain slack adjustment.................. 6-29
Drive chain slack check.......................... 6-28
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil .............................................. 6-10
Engine stop switch................................. 3-10FFront brake lever ................................... 3-11
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-17
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-32
Front wheel installation .......................... 6-38
Front wheel removal .............................. 6-37
Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-2
Fuel indicator light circuit check ............... 3-6
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-14
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-13
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-34GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-9
Engine stop switch ........................... 3-10
Horn switch ...................................... 3-10
Light switch ...................................... 3-10
Pass switch ........................................ 3-9
Start switch ...................................... 3-10
Turn signal switch ............................ 3-10
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-35
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-17
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10
IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-20
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Fuel indicator light...............................3-2
High beam indicator light ....................3-2
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Oil level/coolant temperature
indicator light....................................3-3
Turn indicator light ..............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-27KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Light switch ............................................3-10
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-23MMain switch/Steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level/coolant temperature indicator
light ........................................................3-3
Oil level / coolant temperature indicator
light circuit check ...................................3-5PPanel C ....................................................6-8
Parking.....................................................5-5
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