2009 YAMAHA FZ6 SHG ABS

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15951
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accidentor injury.
EAU45310
TIPThis model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine willcrank when pushing the start switch.
EAU44724
Starting the 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.
See page 3-22 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to“”.
The following warning lights and
indicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Coolant temperature warning
light


Engine trouble warning light


ABS warning light (for ABS
models)


Immobilizer system indicator
light
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5-2
5
NOTICE
ECA11831
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see page 3-4 for the corre-
sponding warning and indicatorlight circuit check.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position. (See page 5-3.) The
neutral indicator light should come
on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to
check the electrical circuit.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch. NOTICE: For maxi-
mum engine life, never acceler-
ate hard when the engine is
cold!
[ECA11041]
If the engine fails to start, release
the start switch, wait a few sec-
onds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as short
as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one at-
tempt.
NOTICE
ECA16042


If the oil level warning light flick-
ers or remains on after starting,
immediately stop the engine,
and then check the engine oil
level and the vehicle for oil leak-
age. If necessary, add engine
oil, and then check the warning
light again.


If the coolant temperature warn-
ing light flickers or remains on
after starting, immediately stop
the engine, and then check the
coolant level and the vehicle for
coolant leakage. If necessary,
add coolant, and then check the
warning light again.


If the engine trouble warning
light flashes or remains on after
starting, immediately stop the
engine, and have a Yamaha
dealer check the cause.


For ABS models
If the ABS warning light flashes
or remains on after starting, the
ABS may not be working cor-
rectly, and the brake system re-
verts to conventional braking.If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system as
soon as possible.


The immobilizer system indica-
tor light should come on when
the key is turned to “ON”, and
then go off after a few seconds.
If the indicator light does not
come on, or does not go off, or
if it flashes and the display indi-
cates a two-digit error code,
have a Yamaha dealer check theelectrical circuit.
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6
17Brake pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
18Clutch lever pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
19Shift pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
20Sidestand, center-
standCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√√
21*Sidestand switchCheck operation.√√√√√√
22*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
23*Shock absorber as-
semblyCheck operation and shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage.√√√√
24*Fuel injectionAdjust engine idling speed and
synchronization.√√√√√√
25 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.√√√√√√
26Engine oil filter car-
tridgeReplace.√√√
27*Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.√√√√√
Change. Every 3 years
28*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
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6
EAU40260
Checking the brake fluid level Front brake
Rear brake
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:


When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.


Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.


Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.


Be careful that water or dust does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of thefluid and may result in vapor lock,
and dirt may clog the ABS hydrau-
lic unit valves.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.


As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
1. Minimum level mark
1. Minimum level mark
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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6


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
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.
EAU44701
Replacing the fuses The main fuse and fuse box 2 (ABS
model only) are located under the fuel
tank. (See page 6-16.)
FZ6-SHG1. Main fuse
2. Spare main fuse
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6FZ6-SAHG
Fuse box 1 is located behind panel D.
(See page 6-7.)
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. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Fuse box 2
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. ABS motor fuse
4. ABS motor spare fuse
5. Main fuse
6. Spare main fuse
1. Fuse box 1
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immo-
bilizer system)
6. Fuel injection system fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Taillight fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Taillight fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
FZ6-SAHG 10.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
FZ6-SAHG 30.0 A
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64. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in.
6. Install the panel.
EAU44790
Front wheel (FZ6-SHG)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamahadealer remove and install the wheel.
EAU42641
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 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]
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1. Wheel axle
2. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
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6 4. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
EAU42672
To install the front wheel
1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Install the brake calipers by install-
ing the bolts.TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brakediscs.4. Take the vehicle off the center-
stand so that the front wheel is on
the ground, and then put the side-
stand down.
5. Tighten the wheel axle, the front
wheel axle pinch bolt and the
brake caliper bolts to the specified
torques.
6. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU44800
Rear wheel (FZ6-SHG)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamahadealer remove and install the wheel.
EAU25151
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of itfalling over.
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
3. Remove the axle nut.
4. Loosen the locknut and drive chain
adjusting bolt on each side of the
swingarm.
1. Brake caliper
2. Brake caliper bolt
Tightening torques:
Wheel axle:
72 Nm (7.2 m·kgf, 52 ft·lbf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
19 Nm (1.9 m·kgf, 13 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
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