2001 YAMAHA TDM 850 key battery

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
EAU01590
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU03299
Turn signal indicator lights
“”/“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Coolant temperature warning light
“”
This warning light comes on when the
engine overheats. When this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
EC000002
CAUTION:@ Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated. @
1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
6. Fuel level warning light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
3
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU00129
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard light (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard light is used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your motorcycle is stopped
where it might be a traffic hazard.
EC000006
CAUTION:_ Do not use the hazard light for an ex-
tended length of time, otherwise the
battery may discharge. _
EAU00138
Engine stop switch
Set this switch to “ ” to stop the en-
gine in case of an emergency, such as
when the motorcycle overturns or
when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU00134
Light switch
Set this switch to “ ” to turn on the
auxiliary light, meter lighting and tail-
light. Set the switch to “ ” to turn on
the headlight also.
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Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
EC000005
CAUTION:@ See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine. @
1. Engine stop switch
2. Light switch
3. Start switch “ ”
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-35
6
EC000102
CAUTION:@ l
Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
l
To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-
voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage the
battery. If you do not have ac-
cess to a sealed-type (MF) bat-
tery charger, have a Yamaha
dealer charge your battery.
@
EAU03772
Replacing the fuses The fuse boxes and main fuse box are
located under the seat. (See page 3-11
for seat removal and installation proce-
dures.)
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.
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. _
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Hazard fuse
5. Odometer fuse
6. Radiator fan fuse
7. Spare fuse (´ 4)
1. Main fuse
2. Spare main fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Signaling system fuse: 15 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Hazard fuse: 10 A
Odometer fuse: 5 A
Radiator fan fuse: 7.5 A
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-15
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-5BBattery ................................................... 6-34
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-25
Brake lever...............................................3-7
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-24
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-25
Brake pedal..............................................3-8
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-23CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-29
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-18
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-23
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-11
Changing .......................................... 6-13
Checking .......................................... 6-11
Coolant temperature warning light............3-2
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-5
DDimmer switch ......................................... 3-5
Drive chain, lubricating .......................... 6-29
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-27
Adjusting .......................................... 6-27
Checking .......................................... 6-27EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element ................ 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-6FFront fork, adjusting ............................... 3-13
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-32
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-5
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose
(Germany only) ................................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-9
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-35HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-5
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-36
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-11
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6
IIdentification numbers ..............................9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ...........................6-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-18
Indicator and warning lights......................3-2KKey identification number .........................9-1LLight switch ..............................................3-6
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-17MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2PParking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-5
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-11
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-4
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