2001 YAMAHA XJ900S key battery

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
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(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 “ ”.
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. @
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator lights
“” / “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
5 L. When this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.
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, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Fuel level warning light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”
6. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
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Anti-theft alarm (optional) This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
“E”, approximately 5 L of fuel remain in
the fuel tank. If this occurs, refuel as
soon as possible.NOTE:@ Do not allow the fuel tank to empty it-
self completely. @
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Clock The digital clock shows the time re-
gardless of the main switch position.
To set the clock:
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Push or hold the hour setting but-
ton “H” to change the hours.
3. Push or hold the minute setting
button “M” to change the minutes.NOTE:@ To set the clock after the battery has
been disconnected, first set the time to
1:00 AM, and then set the clock to the
correct time. @
1. Fuel gauge
1. Digital clock
2. Minute setting button “M”
3. Hour setting button “H”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
3
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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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.
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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.
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Dimmer switch
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Hazard switch “ ”
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Dimmer switch
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-5BBattery ................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-22
Brake lever...............................................3-8
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-21
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-21
Brake pedal..............................................3-8CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-23
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-15
Care.........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ...................... 6-25
Clock .......................................................3-5
Clutch lever ..............................................3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-20
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Cowlings, removing and installing ............6-5DDimmer switch .........................................3-6
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-8
Engine stop switch................................... 3-7FFinal gear oil .......................................... 6-11
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-13
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-25
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-5
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose
(Germany only) ................................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-9
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-6
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-30
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-11
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-15
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-7MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-3OOil level warning light ...............................3-3PParking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-6
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-11
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-4
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-8
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-13
Sidestand ...............................................3-15
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-7
Specifications ...........................................8-1
Speedometer unit.....................................3-3
Starter (choke) lever...............................3-10
Starting a cold engine ..............................5-1
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