2002 YAMAHA XV1600A Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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
EAU00079
Fuel level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 L. When this occurs, turn the fuel
cock lever to the “RES” position and re-
fuel as soon as possible.
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.
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU00091
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.
1. Fuel level warning light “”
2. High beam indicator light “”
3. Turn signal indicator light “”
4. Neutral indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU03393
Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and two
tripmeters. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeters
show the distance traveled since they
were last set to zero.Pushing the mode button (left) switch-
es the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the following
order:
CB-27E
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the mode button (left), and then
hold down the set button (right) for at
least one second. The tripmeters can
be used to estimate the distance that
can be traveled with a full tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan
future fuel stops.NOTE:@ This motorcycle is not equipped with a
tachometer; however, it has a built-in
engine speed limiter, which prevents
the engine speed from exceeding ap-
proximately 4,400 r/min. @
1. Odometer/tripmeter/clock
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge
4. Set button
5. Mode button
ODO TRIP A TRIP B
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU03400
Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for various electrical
circuits.
If any of those circuits are defective,
the engine trouble warning light will
come on or the fuel level warning light
will flash. If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the motorcycle.
ECA00061
CAUTION:@ To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs. @
EAU00113
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”, refuel as soon as possible.NOTE:@ Do not allow the fuel tank to empty it-
self completely. @
EAU00109
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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
EAU01736
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. Press both the set button (right)
and the mode button (left) simulta-
neously until the hours and min-
utes flash.
3. Push the left button and only the
hour display will flash.4. Push the right button to change
the hours.
5. Push the left button and only the
minute display will flash.
6. Push the right button to change
the minutes.
7. Push the left button and both the
hours and minutes will flash.
8. Push the right button for two sec-
onds to set the clock.1. Clock
2. Set button
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU00119
Pass switch “”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU03888
Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
EAU03889
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.
EAU03890
Engine stop switch “/”
Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
EAU03898
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. Set the switch to
“” to turn off all the lights.
1. Pass switch “”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Turn signal switch “/”
4. Horn switch “”
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Light switch “//”
3. Start switch “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU00143
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. @
EAU00152
Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the ignition
circuit cut-off system. (See page 3-16
for an explanation of the ignition circuit
cut-off system.)
EAU01215
Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.NOTE:@ Use your toes or heel to shift up and
your toes to shift down. @
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Light switch “//”
3. Start switch “”
1. Clutch lever
1. Shift pedal
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU00158
Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
EAU00162
Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
1. Brake lever
1. Brake pedal
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU02917
Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
Slide the lock cover open, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn it
1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
removed.To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “” mark
facing forward.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly installed and locked. @
EW000024
WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding. @
EAU03753
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
WARNING
_

Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
_
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2.“” mark
a. Unlock.
b. Lock.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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