2010 YAMAHA XJ6F bulb

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checking the steering ................... 6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-32
Battery .......................................... 6-32
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-33
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-35
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 6-36
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-37
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-37
Auxiliary light bulb ........................ 6-38
Front wheel (XJ6F) ........................ 6-38
Rear wheel (XJ6F) ........................ 6-40
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-43
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE.......................................... 7-1
Matte color caution ......................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ...........................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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6-35
6rating 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.
EAU47410
Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
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.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Taillight fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
XJ6FA 30.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
XJ6FA 7.5 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
XJ6FA 20.0 A
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6 1. Remove cowlings A and C. (See
page 6-7.)
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
5. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the cowlings.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU47020
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-18.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1
2
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
1
2
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
1
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64. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the seat.
EAU24204
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11191]EAU24313
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb
socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.
1. Tail/brake light bulb
2. Tail/brake light bulb socket
2
1
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
2
1
1. License plate light unit
2. Screw
2
1
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6 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the screws.
EAU39020
Auxiliary light bulb If the auxiliary light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
trical circuit or replace the bulb.
EAU44790
Front wheel (XJ6F)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamaha
dealer 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 it
falling 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.
1. License plate light bulb socket
2. License plate light bulb
1
2
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Wheel travel:
130.0 mm (5.12 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 10.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55 W × 1
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 × 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LEDOil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
XJ6FA LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Taillight fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
XJ6FA 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
XJ6FA 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
XJ6FA 20.0 ABackup fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXAABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-11
Auxiliary light bulb ................................. 6-38BBattery................................................... 6-32
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-29
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-14
Brake light switches (XJ6F) .................. 6-23
Brake light switches (XJ6FA) ................ 6-23
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-28
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-18
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-30
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-22
Coolant.................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-7DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-27
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-26
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
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/overflow hose ......... 3-17
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-33HHandlebar position, adjusting ............... 3-20
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-12
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-13
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-35
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-19
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-23
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-37MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2Matte 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 ........................................... 3-12RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-21SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-18
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-21
Sidestand .............................................. 3-22
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-10
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-12
Steering, checking................................. 6-31
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-20
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-30TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-36
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-19
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
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INDEX
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-43
Turn signal indicator light........................ 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-37
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-12VValve clearance .................................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number.................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-32
Wheel (front) (XJ6F) ............................. 6-38
Wheel (rear) (XJ6F) .............................. 6-40
Wheels.................................................. 6-22
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