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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
EAU01237
(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillights and auxiliary lights
come on, but all other circuits are off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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
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.
EAU00057
Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
EAU01154
Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 3.5 L, this light will come
on. When this light comes on, fill the
tank at the first opportunity. This light
circuit can be checked by the proce-
dure on page 3-6.
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn indicator light “ ”
4. Fuel indicator light “ ”
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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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-36
6
EC000104
CAUTION:@ To prevent damage to the following:l
Headlight bulb
Avoid touching the glass part of
the bulb. Keep it free from oil;
otherwise, the transparency of
the glass, life of the bulb, and il-
luminous flux will be adversely
affected. If oil gets on the bulb,
thoroughly clean it with a cloth
moistened with alcohol or lac-
quer thinner.
l
Headlight lens
• Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the head-
light lens.
• Do not use headlight bulbs of
wattage higher than speci-
fied.
@5. Install the bulb holder cover and
reconnect the headlight connec-
tor.
If the headlight beam adjustment is
necessary, ask a Yamaha dealer to
make that adjustment.
EAU01823
Tail/brake light bulb
replacement1. Remove the passenger seat. (See
page 3-15 for seat removal and in-
stallation procedures.)
2. To remove the socket, turn it coun-
terclockwise.
3. To remove the defective bulb, turn
it counterclockwise.
4. Push a new bulb into the socket
and turn it clockwise.
5. Install the socket and turn it clock-
wise.
6. Install the passenger seat.
EAU01095
Turn signal light bulb
replacement1. Remove the screw and the lens.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it inward and turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Install a new bulb by pushing it in-
ward and turning it clockwise.
4. Install the lens and tighten the
screw.
1. Bulb socket
1. Screw
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