2010 YAMAHA TDM 900 high beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU47040
Indicator and warning lights
For TDM900For TDM900A
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Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“” (For TDM900)/Turn signal indi-
cator light “” (For TDM900A)

For TDM900: The corresponding
indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the
left or right.

For TDM900A: This indicator light
flashes 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”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
7. Oil level warning light
8. Immobilizer system indicator light
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1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
2. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light “ ”
7. Oil level warning light
8. Immobilizer system indicator light
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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 center
position. To cancel the turn signallights, 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.
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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.
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Hazard switch “”
With the key in the “ON” or “” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
NOTICE

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Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en-
gine not running, otherwise the bat-
tery may discharge.
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Start switch “”
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Replacing a headlight bulb
This model is equipped with two quartz
bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
NOTICE

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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 a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.
2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-outbulb.
3. Place a new bulb into position, and
then secure it with the bulb holder.
4. Install the 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 bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
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1. Headlight bulb holder
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
133.0 mm (5.24 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 10.0 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
×
quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 55 W
×
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Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W
×
1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W
×
2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W
×
2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
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Meter lighting:
14 V, 2.0 W
×
2Neutral indicator light:
14 V, 1.2 W
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High beam indicator light:
14 V, 1.4 W
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1
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
TDM900 14 V, 1.2 W
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TDM900A 14 V, 1.2 W
×
1
Engine trouble warning light:
14 V, 1.4 W
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1
ABS warning light:
TDM900A 14 V, 1.4 W
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1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED

Fuses:
Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
TDM900 15.0 A
TDM900A 20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Turn signal light and hazard fuse:
10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
TDM900A 10.0 AABS motor fuse:
TDM900A 30.0 A
Backup fuse:
TDM900 5.0 A
TDM900A 10.0 A
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INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................ 3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ......... 3-5
Air filter element, replacing ..................... 6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional).......................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-34
B
Battery..................................................... 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-26
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-22
Brake lever .............................................. 3-11
Brake light switches ................................ 6-21
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-12
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Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 6-25
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-16
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-11
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-20
Coolant.................................................... 6-12
Coolant temperature gauge ...................... 3-7
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-7
D
Dimmer switch ........................................ 3-10
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...... 6-25
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-23
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Engine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed................................. 6-16Engine oil and oil filter element.................. 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-5
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Front and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting ................................. 3-18
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-27
Fuel.......................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3
Fuel level warning indicator ....................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ............ 3-15
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-30
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Handlebar switches ................................... 3-9
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-32
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-4
Horn switch .............................................. 3-10
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Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-22
Immobilizer system .................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.............. 3-5
Indicator and warning lights ....................... 3-4
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Luggage strap holders ............................. 3-21
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Main switch/steering lock........................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ....... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system...... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display ................................. 3-8
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Neutral indicator light ................................ 3-4
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Oil level warning light ................................ 3-4
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Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................ 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-10
R
Rear suspension, lubricating ................... 6-27
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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........ 6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-8
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking................................... 6-28
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment.............................. 3-17
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-34
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Tachometer unit ........................................ 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ................ 6-33
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating.............................................. 6-26
Tires ........................................................ 6-17
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1
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