2009 YAMAHA FZ6 NHG low beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
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Indicator and warning lights
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights“”
and“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light“”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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High beam indicator light“”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light“”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.TIP

Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when
riding on a slope or during sudden
acceleration or deceleration, but
this is not a malfunction.


This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detection
circuit, the following cycle will be
repeated until the malfunction is
corrected: The oil level warning
light will flash ten times, then go off
for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check thevehicle.
EAU11425
Coolant temperature warning
light“”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
1. Left turn signal indicator light“”
2. Right turn signal indicator light“”
3. Neutral indicator light“”
4. High beam indicator light“”
5. Engine trouble warning light“”
6. Oil level warning light“”
7. Coolant temperature warning light“”
8. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light“” (for ABS models)
9. Immobilizer system indicator light
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3
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Handlebar switches LeftRight
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Pass switch“”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch“/”
Set this switch to“” for the high
beam and to“” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch“/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to“”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to“”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the centerposition. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
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Horn switch“”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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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 vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
EAU44710
The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light (ABS model only) will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
1. Pass switch“”
2. Dimmer switch“/”
3. Turn signal switch“/”
4. Horn switch“”
5. Hazard switch“”
1. Engine stop switch“/”
2. Start switch“”
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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-15
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ........................................... 3-15
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-15CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-25
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-18
Clutch lever........................................... 3-14
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-11
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-13
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine stop switch................................ 3-13
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, checking...............................6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-18
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-16
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-30HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-13
Hazard switch........................................ 3-14
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-31
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-20
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-13IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-22
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-34MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-8NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4
PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-7
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-13
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart...................................................... 6-2RRear brake light switch ......................... 6-20SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-14
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-21
Sidestand .............................................. 3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-27
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-13
Steering, checking ................................ 6-28
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-20
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-27TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-33
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-38
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