2003 YAMAHA XJR 1300 check engine

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6
EAU04578
Adjusting the engine idling
speed The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
The engine should be warm before
making this adjustment.NOTE:_ The engine is warm when it quickly re-
sponds to the throttle. _
Check the engine idling speed and, if
necessary, adjust it to specification by
turning the throttle stop screw. To in-
crease the engine idling speed, turn the
screw in direction
a. To decrease the
engine idling speed, turn the screw in
direction
b.NOTE:_ If the specified idling speed cannot be
obtained as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. _
EAU00635
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play The throttle cable free play should
measure 3–5 mm at the throttle grip.
Periodically check the throttle cable
free play and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
1. Throttle stop screw
Engine idling speed:
950–1,150 r/min
a. Throttle cable free play
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-14
6
EAU00637
Adjusting the valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU00658
Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
EW000082
WARNING
_

The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).


The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
_
CE-01E
CE-07E
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)290 kPa
(2.90 kgf/cm
2,
2.90 bar)
High-speed riding250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)290 kPa
(2.90 kgf/cm
2,
2.90 bar)
Maximum load* 203 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-24
6
ECA00052
CAUTION:_ Do not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings. _
EAU02962
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
EW000112
WARNING
_ Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions. _
EAU04034
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated or
replaced at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-27
6
EAU00794
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
EW000115
WARNING
_ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. _
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
EAU01144
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion 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.
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6-37
6
EAU01297
Troubleshooting chart
EW000125
WARNING
_ Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. _
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-4BBattery ................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ... 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids, changing........... 6-21
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake lever...............................................3-7
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-19
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-19
Brake pedal..............................................3-7
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-24
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-12
Care.........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ...................... 6-25
Clutch lever ..............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play ............................. 6-17
Conversion table ......................................8-5DDimmer switch .........................................3-4
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-23
Drive chain slack .................................... 6-22
Adjusting .......................................... 6-23
Checking .......................................... 6-22
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................... 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter element ................ 6-7
Engine stop switch................................... 3-5FFront fork, adjusting ............................... 3-13
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-26
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-30
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-12
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-17
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-5
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-16MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level warning light ...............................3-2PPanel, removing and installing..................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-4
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-11
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-6
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-3
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ...3-15
Sidestand ...............................................3-17
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-6
Specifications ...........................................8-1
Speedometer unit.....................................3-3
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INDEX
Starter (choke) lever .............................. 3-11
Starting a cold engine .............................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-2
Start switch .............................................. 3-5
Steering, checking ................................. 6-27
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-13TTachometer ............................................. 3-3
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-24
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting chart ............................ 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-31
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-4VValve clearance, adjusting ..................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking...................... 6-27
Wheel (front).......................................... 6-32
Installing........................................... 6-33
Removing......................................... 6-32
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-34
Installing........................................... 6-35
Removing......................................... 6-34
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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