2003 YAMAHA TDM 900 clock

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 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
screw.
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Do not overtighten the screw, oth-
erwise the lens may break.
1. Turn signal light 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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6Engine overheating
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8Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
8After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the
hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the
cap.
NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.
The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 31.5 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 Ah
Headlight bulb typeHalogen
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 55 W ×2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ×1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ×1
Front turn signal light 12 V, 10 W ×2
Rear turn signal light 12 V, 10 W ×2
Meter lighting 12 V, 2 W ×2
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.2 W ×1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.4 W ×1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 1.2 W ×2
Oil level warning light L.E.D. ×1
Engine trouble warning light 12 V, 1.4 W ×1Fuses
Main fuse 40 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 10 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Turn signal light and hazard
fuse 10 A
Odometer and clock fuse
(backup fuse) 5 A
Radiator fan fuse 20 A
Electronic fuel injection
system fuse 10 A
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