2009 YAMAHA FZ1 S maintenance

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EAU23290
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.
EAU33654
Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10760


Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes whenworking near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.


Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.


KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OFCHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
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6 battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16520
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery. If
you do not have access to a con-
stant-voltage battery charger, have aYamaha dealer charge your battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery cancause permanent battery damage.
EAU43132
Replacing the fuses The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and the fuse boxes, which contain
the fuses for the individual circuits, are
located under the rider seat. (See page
3-19.)
FZ1-S1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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6FZ1-SA FZ1-S FZ1-SA
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
TIPInclude steps 2 and 6 only for the fuelinjection system fuse.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1. Fuse box
2. Ignition fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Taillight fuse
5. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immo-
bilizer system)
6. Right radiator fan fuse
7. Left radiator fan fuse
8. Headlight fuse
9. Spare fuse
1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Taillight fuse
4. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immo-
bilizer system)
5. Right radiator fan fuse
6. Left radiator fan fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. ABS motor spare fuse
9. ABS control unit fuse
10.Headlight fuse
11.ABS motor fuse
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6 2. Unhook the battery band, and then
remove the battery cover.
3. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do notuse a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
4. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.5. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
6. Install the battery cover, and then
hook the battery band onto the
holder.
1. Battery band
2. Battery cover
1. Fuel injection system fuse
2. Fuel injection system spare fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Taillight fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
10.0 A × 2
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
FZ1-SA 10.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
FZ1-SA 30.0 A
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EAU23932
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb
headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of awattage higher than specified.1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.3. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
4. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
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EAU24114
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the passenger seat. (See
page 3-19.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the passenger seat.
EAU24204
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
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. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11191]EAU24312
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
1. Screw
1. License plate light unit
2. Screw
1. License plate light bulb
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63. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the screws.
EAU27013
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb This model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove panel B (if replacing the
left auxiliary light bulb) or panel A
(if replacing the right auxiliary light
bulb). (See page 6-7.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by turning
the socket counterclockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in and turning it clockwise.
6. Install the panel.1. Auxiliary light bulb
2. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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EAU44790
Front wheel (FZ1-S)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamahadealer remove and install the wheel.
EAU40061
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of itfalling over.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts.3. Remove the brake hose holder on
each side by removing the bolt and
nut.
4. Remove the brake caliper on each
side by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the brake
after the brake calipers have
been removed, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut.
[ECA11051]
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
EAU40070
To install the front wheel
1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Install the brake caliper on each
side by installing the bolts.TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brakediscs.
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Wheel axle
1. Brake hose holder
2. Bolt and nut
3. Brake caliper bolt
4. Brake caliper
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