2001 YAMAHA YZF-R6 warning lights

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................ 3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................ 3-5
Tachometer .......................................................... 3-6
Self-diagnosis device ........................................... 3-7
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-9
Brake lever ........................................................... 3-9
Brake pedal ........................................................ 3-10
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................. 3-10
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-11
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11Fuel tank breather hose .................................... 3-12
Starter (choke) lever .......................................... 3-13
Seats ................................................................. 3-13
Helmet holders .................................................. 3-15
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-15
Adjusting the front fork ...................................... 3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-19
Matching the front and rear suspension
settings ............................................................ 3-21
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-22
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-22
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-23
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
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EAU01237
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillights
and auxiliary lights 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
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.
EAU00057
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
EAU03284
Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 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. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. If the warning light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check
the electrical circuit.NOTE:@ This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for the fuel level warn-
ing light circuit. (See page 3-23 for an
explanation of the self-diagnosis de-
vice.) @
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Fuel level warning light “ ”
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, checking ..................... 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-20
Anti-theft alarm ...................................... 3-10BBattery ................................................... 6-37
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-34
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-30
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-29
Brake lever...............................................3-9
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-27
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-28
Brake pedal............................................ 3-10
Brake pedal, lubricating.......................... 6-34
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-27CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-33
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-20
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-25
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-13
Changing .......................................... 6-15
Checking .......................................... 6-13
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-6DDimmer switch .........................................3-7
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-32
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-31
Adjusting .......................................... 6-31
Checking .......................................... 6-31EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-10
Engine stop switch................................... 3-8FFront and rear suspension settings ........ 3-21
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-17
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-35
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-12
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-38HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-7
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-39
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-23
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-8
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-22MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level/coolant temperature warning
light ........................................................3-3PParking.....................................................5-4
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-7
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-13
Passenger seat.................................3-14
Rider seat .........................................3-13
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-7
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-19
Sidestand ...............................................3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-34
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-9
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