2009 YAMAHA T105 key battery

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.
EAU47850
Starting and warming up a
cold engine 1. Turn the key to“”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position. (See page 5-2.) The
neutral indicator light should come
on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to
check the electrical circuit.
3. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
WARNING
EWA14200
Before starting the engine, make
sure the transmission is in neutral
and that the vehicle is placed on thecenterstand.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-8.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the kick-
starter lever down.
If the engine fails to start by push-
ing the start switch, release the
switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting at-
tempt should be as short as possi-ble to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 10
seconds on any one attempt. If the
engine does not start with the
starter motor, try using the kick-
starter.
6. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) back halfway.
NOTICE: For maximum engine
life, never accelerate hard when
the engine is cold!
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7. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.TIPThe engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter(choke) turned off.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6 To remove the battery
1. Make sure the key is turned
to“”.
2. Disconnect the negative battery
lead first, then the positive battery
lead.3. Pull the battery out of its compart-
ment.
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 batterycharger will damage the battery. If
you do not have access to a con-
stant-voltage battery charger, have a
Yamaha 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. When
removing the battery, refer to “To
remove the battery”.
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.
1. Battery box cover
2. Screw
1
2
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
1
3
2
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6To install the battery
1. Place the battery in its compart-
ment. NOTICE: Be sure to install
the battery with its terminals
facing backward.
[ECA16590]
2. Make sure the key is turned
to“”.
3. Connect the positive battery lead
first, then the negative battery
lead.
4. Install the battery box cover by in-
stalling the screw.
5. Close the seat.
EAU47671
Replacing the fuse The fuse holder is located under the
seat. (See page 3-8.)
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to“” and turn off all
electrical circuits.
2. Remove the battery box cover by
removing the screw.
3. 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 toavoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
4. Turn the key to“” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if the
devices operate.
5. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
6. Install the battery box cover by in-
stalling the screw.
1. Battery box cover
2. Screw
1
2
1. Fuse
2. Spare fuseSpecified fuse:
10.0 A
12
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning..................... 6-10
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery................................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-18
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-17
Brake lever .............................................. 3-4
Brake lever, checking and lubricating ... 6-21
Brake pads and shoes, checking .......... 6-16
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-5
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Brake pedal free play, adjusting............ 6-15CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier ................................................... 3-10
Catalytic converter .................................. 3-7
Centerstand, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Cowling and panel, removing and
installing................................................ 6-6DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-4
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-20
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-18EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-11
Engine oil ................................................ 6-8
Engine serial number .............................. 9-2
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
FFront fork, checking .............................. 6-23
Fuel......................................................... 3-6
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-3
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-5
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 6-26GGear position indicator lights .................. 3-2HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-3
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-27
Helmet holders ....................................... 3-9
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Indicator lights ........................................ 3-2KKey identification number ....................... 9-1
Kickstarter............................................... 3-8LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-30MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PParking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-16SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-8
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-4
Shift pedal, checking ............................. 6-16
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) lever................................ 3-8
Starting and warming up a cold engine ... 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking................................. 6-23
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment.............................. 3-9
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-22TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-28
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-12
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-36
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-28
Turn signal light bulb (rear), replacing... 6-29
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance..................................... 6-12
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