2006 YAMAHA XVS650A key battery

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3 To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
WARNING
EWA10060
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or“LOCK”.
EAU33001
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on. The hazard
lights and turn signal lights can be
turned on, but all other electrical sys-
tems are off. The key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
CAUTION:
ECA11020
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-wise the battery may discharge.
EAU11003
Indicator and warning lights
EAU11020
Turn signal indicator light “”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. High beam indicator light “”
2. Turn signal indicator light “”
3. Neutral indicator light “”
4. Engine trouble warning light “”
5. Immobilizer system indicator light
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15950
WARNING
EWA10270


Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible lossof control.
EAU16400
Starting a cold engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.


The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.WARNING
EWA10290


Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-16.


Never ride with the sidestanddown.
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
NOTE:When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-cuit.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-11.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.NOTE:If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 10 seconds on any oneattempt.CAUTION:
ECA11370
The engine trouble warning light
should come on when the key is
turned to “ON”, and then go off after
a few seconds. If the engine trouble
warning light comes on or flashes
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-27
6
CAUTION:
ECA10630


Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.


To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-volt-
age) battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealercharge your battery.
EAU33400
Replacing the fuses
The main fuse, the parking lighting fuse
and the fuse box, which contains the
fuses for the individual circuits, are lo-
cated behind panel B. (See page 6-5.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
1. Parking lighting fuse
2. Fuse box
3. Main fuse
4. Spare main fuse
1. Parking lighting fuse
2. Headlight fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Carburetor heater fuse
6. Ignitor unit fuse
7. Backup fuse (for odometer and immobilizer
system)
8. Spare fuse
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-5
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever ............................................. 3-7
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-17
Brake pads and shoes, checking.......... 6-20
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-8
Brake pedal position and free play,
adjusting ............................................. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-22
Carburetors, adjusting .......................... 6-12
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-10
Clutch lever............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-6EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter element............... 6-7
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-6
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
FFinal gear oil.......................................... 6-10
Front fork, checking...............................6-24
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-27HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-5
Hazard switch.......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-28
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-13
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-16
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLuggage strap holders .......................... 3-15MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label .............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1Pass switch ............................................. 3-6
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-19SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-11
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-14
Sidestand .............................................. 3-15
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-24
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-6
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-5
Starter (choke) knob ............................. 3-11
Starting a cold engine ............................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-31TThrottle cable free play, checking ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-35
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-3
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