2010 YAMAHA XJ6-N low beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
EAU49391
Indicator lights and warning
lights
EAU11020
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11254
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.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.
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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 the
vehicle.
EAU1142A
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”. 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. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Immobilizer system 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)
ABS
1 2 345
76
8
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
Right
EAU12350
Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU12400
Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU12460
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 signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12500
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12660
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.
EAU12711
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.
EAU12733
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
ECA10061
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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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-17
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-40BBattery .................................................. 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-25
Brake lever ........................................... 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-23
Brake light switches (for ABS models) ................................ 6-24
Brake light switches
(for non-ABS models) ......................... 6-24
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-29
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4
Cowling and panels,
removing and installing......................... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-27
EEngine break-in .......................................5-3
Engine idling speed ...............................6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-10
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-12
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-7FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-24
Front fork, checking...............................6-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ...................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-15
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-34HHandlebar position, adjusting ................ 3-20
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-11
Hazard switch........................................ 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-36
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-18
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-22
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-40MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4 Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-12SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-18
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-20
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-31
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-9
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-12
Steering, checking ................................ 6-32
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-19
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-41
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-31TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-38
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-19
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