2009 YAMAHA TDM 900 key battery

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.To unlock the steering
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.

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 “ ”.
NOTICE

ECA11020
Do not use the parking position foran extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Push.
2. Turn.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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If this occurs, try the following.
1. Use the code re-registering key to
start the engine.
TIP

Make sure there are no other immobi-
lizer keys close to the main switch, and
do not keep more than one immobilizer
key on the same key ring! Immobilizer
system keys may cause signal interfer-
ence, which may prevent the engine
from starting.
2. If the engine starts, turn it off, and
try starting the engine with the
standard keys.
3. If one or both of the standard keys
do not start the engine, take the
vehicle, the code re-registering
key and both standard keys to a
Yamaha dealer and have the stan-
dard keys re-registered.
EAU11911
Tachometer unit
The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta-
chometer needle will sweep once
across the r/min range and then return
to zero r/min in order to test the electri-
cal circuit.
NOTICE

ECA10031
Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 8000 r/min and above
This tachometer unit is equipped with a
clock.
To set the clock:
1. Push both the “SELECT” and “RE-
SET” buttons for at least two sec-
onds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set the
hours.
3. Push the “SELECT” button to
change the minutes.
4. When the minute digits start flash-
ing, push the “RESET” button to
set the minutes.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to start
the clock.
TIP

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After setting the clock, be sure to
push the “SELECT” button before
turning the key to “OFF”, otherwise
the clock will not be set.
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When the key is turned to “OFF”,
the clock display will remain on for
48 hours and then go off to prevent
the battery from discharging.
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
3. Clock
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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9 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 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.
NOTICE:
When removing the
battery, be sure the key is turned
to “OFF”, then disconnect the
negative lead before discon-
necting 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 can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU38592
Replacing the fuses
For TDM900
1. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock)
2. Radiator fan fuse
3. Turn signal light and hazard fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Fuel injection system fuse
9. Main fuse
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INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................ 3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ......... 3-5
Air filter element, replacing ..................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional).......................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-32
B
Battery..................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-24
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-11
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-12
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 6-24
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-18
Coolant.................................................... 6-11
Coolant temperature gauge ...................... 3-7
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-6
D
Dimmer switch .......................................... 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...... 6-23
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-22
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed................................. 6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ................. 6-8
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-10Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-5
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting ................................. 3-17
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26
Fuel.......................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3
Fuel level warning indicator ....................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose........................... 3-15
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-28
H
Handlebar switches ................................... 3-9
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-4
Horn switch .............................................. 3-10
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Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-21
Immobilizer system .................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.............. 3-5
Indicator and warning lights ....................... 3-4
K
Key identification number .......................... 9-1
L
Luggage strap holders ............................. 3-20
M
Main switch/steering lock........................... 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function display ................................. 3-7
N
Neutral indicator light ................................. 3-4
O
Oil level warning light ................................ 3-4
P
Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................ 2-1
Pass switch ............................................... 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-2
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........... 6-19
Rear suspension, lubricating ................... 6-25
S
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-16
Shifting ...................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-19
Sidestand ................................................ 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating........ 6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-7
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking................................... 6-26
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment.............................. 3-17
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-32
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Tachometer unit ........................................ 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating.............................................. 6-24
Tires ........................................................ 6-15
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1