2001 YAMAHA XJ600S low beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
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.
NOTE:@ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. @
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Speedometer unit (for XJ600S) The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a
tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeter
shows the distance traveled since it
was last set to zero with the reset but-
ton. The tripmeter can be used to esti-
mate the distance that can be traveled
with a full tank of fuel. This information
will enable you to plan future fuel stops.
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Left turn indicator light “ ”
3. Right turn indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”XJ600N
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
4. Reset buttonXJ600S
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “P” position,
use this switch to turn on the hazard
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.
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the hazard light for an ex-
tended length of time, otherwise the
battery may discharge. @
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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.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
1. Dimmer switch
2. Pass switch “PASS”
3. Hazard switch “ ”
4. Turn signal switch
5. Horn switch “ ”
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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64. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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Replacing the headlight bulb
(for XJ600N)This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight unit
and bulb cover.1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
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