2002 YAMAHA XT500E check engine

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
EAU00794
Checking the steeringSteering, checkingWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine
to raise the front wheel off the
ground.
EW000115
wSecurely support the motorcycle
so that there is no danger of it
falling over.
EAU01144
Checking the wheel bearingsWheel bearings, checkingThe front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. If there is play
in the wheel hub or if the wheel does
not turn smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check the wheel bearings.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any
free play can be felt, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair
the steering.
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6 2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
EC000108
cCDo not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
1
1. Bulb
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground
by using a motorcycle stand or, if a
motorcycle stand is not available, by
placing a jack either under each side
of the frame in front of the rear wheel
or under each side of the swingarm.
EAU01579
Supporting the motorcycleSupporting the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with
a centerstand, follow these precau-
tions when removing the front and
rear wheel or performing other main-
tenance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed
under the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy-
cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing
a jack under the frame in front of
the rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
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6
1. Fuel
2. Compression
3. Ignition
4. Battery
Use electric starter.
There is compression.
Go to ignition check.
No compression.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.Wet.
Dry.Wipe clean with dry cloth and
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.
Check if there is fuel
Enough fuel
No fuel
Go to compression check.Supply fuel.
in the fuel tank.
Remove sparkelectrodes. plug and checkOpen throttle half-way and start the
Engine doesn’t start, go to batterycheck.engine. correct spark gap or replace spark plug.
Engine turns over
Engine turns overBattery good.
Check connections
quickly.
slowly. or recharge.Engine doesn’t start, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect.
Engine doesn’t start, go to compression check.
Use the electric
starter.
EAU01397
Troubleshooting chartTroubleshooting chart
EW000125
wKeep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
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INDEX
E
Engine break-in ..................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................. 6-15
Engine oil and oil filter element ........... 6-10
Engine, starting a warm ......................... 5-2
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-22
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Front wheel........................................... 6-37
Installing ............................................ 6-37
Removing .......................................... 6-37
Fuel ....................................................... 3-6
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-6
Fuse, replacing .................................... 6-32
H
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-3
Light switch ......................................... 3-3
Pass switch ......................................... 3-3
Dimmer switch .................................... 3-3
Turn signal switch ............................... 3-3
Horn switch ......................................... 3-3
Engine stop switch .............................. 3-4
Start switch ......................................... 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-33
Helmet holder ...................................... 3-10
I
Identification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-12
Indicator lights ....................................... 3-2
High beam indicator light .................... 3-2
Neutral indicator light .......................... 3-2
Turn signal indicator light .................... 3-2
K
Key identification number ...................... 9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Model label ............................................ 9-2
P
Parking .................................................. 5-5
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .................................................... 6-3
Pre-operation check list ......................... 4-1
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........ 6-22
Rear suspension, lubricating ............... 6-29
Rear wheel ........................................... 6-39
Removing .......................................... 6-39
Install ................................................ 6-40
S
Seat ....................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-5
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .......... 5-3
Shifting .................................................. 5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-10
Sidestand ............................................ 3-11
A
Air filter element, cleaning ................... 6-13
B
Battery ................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-5
Brake lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-5
Brake pedal position, adjusting ........... 6-21
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Carburetor, adjusting ........................... 6-14
Care ....................................................... 7-1
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-4
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......... 6-20
Conversion table ................................... 8-5
Cowling and panels, removing and
installing .............................................. 6-6
D
Drive chain slack ................................. 6-25
Checking ........................................... 6-25
Adjusting ........................................... 6-25
Drive chain, lubricating ........................ 6-26
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Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-28
Spark plug, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications ........................................ 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................. 3-2
Starter (choke) knob .............................. 3-9
Starting the engine ................................ 5-1
Steering, checking ............................... 6-30
Storage .................................................. 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-36
T
Tachometer ........................................... 3-3
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............. 6-35
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ....... 6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-27
Tires .................................................... 6-16
Tool kit ................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ................................... 6-41
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 6-42
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ........... 6-35
V
Valve clearance, adjusting .................. 6-16
Vehicle identification number ................ 9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking ................... 6-30
Wheels ................................................ 6-19
INDEX
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