2010 YAMAHA YZF-R1 engine coolant

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
D-mode (drive mode) ......................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-3
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-9
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-18
Handlebar switches ......................3-18
Clutch lever ...................................3-20
Shift pedal .....................................3-20
Brake lever ...................................3-21
Brake pedal ..................................3-21
Fuel tank cap ................................3-22
Fuel ...............................................3-22
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-24
Catalytic converter ........................3-24
Seats ............................................3-25
Helmet holder ...............................3-26
Storage compartment ...................3-27
Rider footrest position ...................3-27
Rear view mirrors .........................3-28
Adjusting the front fork ..................3-28Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-30
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-32
Sidestand ..................................... 3-33
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-33
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Coolant ......................................... 6-13
Air filter element ........................... 6-16Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-17
Valve clearance ........................... 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels ................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-20
Brake light switches ..................... 6-21
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-24
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain ......................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-28
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-28
Checking the front fork ................. 6-28
Checking the steering .................. 6-29U14BE1E0.book Page 1 Friday, July 24, 2009 10:55 AM

DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
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Left view
1,2
34,5,6
13 12 11 10 9 7,8
1. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-28)
2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-28)
3. Coolant reservoir (page 6-13)
4. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-31)
5. Main fuse (page 6-31)
6. Fuse box (page 6-31)
7. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt
(for fast compression damping) (page 3-30)8. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt
(for slow compression damping) (page 3-30)
9. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-30)
10.Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-30)
11.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
12.Coolant drain bolt (page 6-14)
13.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)U14BE1E0.book Page 1 Friday, July 24, 2009 10:55 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary lights
are on. The hazard lights and turn sig-
nal lights can be turned on, but all other
electrical systems 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 for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator lights“”
and“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Shift timing indicator light
2. Engine trouble warning light“”
3. Oil level warning light“”
4. Coolant temperature warning light“”
5. Steering damper warning light“”
6. Right turn signal indicator light“”
7. High beam indicator light“”
8. Neutral indicator light“”
9. Fuel level warning light“”
10.Left turn signal indicator light“”
11.Immobilizer system indicator light12
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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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.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.


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.
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Fuel level warning light“”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.1 L (0.82 US gal, 0.68 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
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.
TIPThis model is also equipped with a self-
diagnosis device for the fuel level de-
tection circuit. If a problem is detected
in the fuel level detection circuit, the fol-
lowing cycle will be repeated until the
malfunction is corrected: The fuel level
warning light will flash eight times, and
then go off for 3.0 seconds. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU47750
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.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
NOTICE
ECA10021
Do not continue to operate the en-
gine if it is overheating.TIP

For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.


If the engine overheats, see page
6-41 for further instructions.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
Coolant
temperatureDisplay Conditions What to do
Under 39 °C
(Under 103 °F)Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.
40–116 °C
(104–242 °F)Temperature is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.
Above 117 °C
(Above 243 °F)Temperature display flashes.
Warning light comes on.Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until
the coolant temperature goes down.
If the temperature does not go down,
stop the engine. (See page 6-41.)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-10
3The 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 sweeps once across
the r/min range and then returns to zero
r/min in order to test the electrical cir-
cuit.
NOTICE
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Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 13750 r/min and aboveClock and stopwatch modesTo set the clock
1. Push the “SELECT” button and
“RESET” button together for at
least two seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set the
hours.
3. Push the “SELECT” button, and
the minute digits start flashing.
4. Push the “RESET” button to set
the minutes.
5. Push the “SELECT” button and
then release it to start the clock.
To display the stopwatchTo change the display to the stopwatch
mode, push the “SELECT” button and
“RESET” button together. To change
the display back to the clock mode,
push the “SELECT” button and “RE-
SET” button together; however, this is
not possible when the stopwatch is
counting.
Standard measurement1. Push the “RESET” button to start
the stopwatch.
2. Push the “SELECT” button to stop
the stopwatch.3. Push the “SELECT” button again
to reset the stopwatch.
Split time measurement
1. Push the “RESET” button to start
the stopwatch.
2. Push the “RESET” button or start
switch“” to measure split times.
Split times are displayed on the
odometer display for five seconds.
3. Push the “RESET” button or start
switch“” to display the final split
time or push the “SELECT” button
to stop the stopwatch and display
the total elapsed time.
Split time history
1. Clock/stopwatch
1
1. Coolant temperature display/air intake tem-
perature display
2. Stopwatch
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3Drive mode display
This display indicates which drive
mode has been selected: “STD”, “A” or
“B”. For more details on the modes and
on how to select them, refer to pages
3-1 and 3-19.Coolant temperature display
The coolant temperature display indi-
cates the temperature of the coolant.
TIPWhen the coolant temperature display
is selected, “C” is displayed for one
second, and then the coolant tempera-
ture is displayed.NOTICE
ECA10021
Do not continue to operate the en-
gine if it is overheating.
Air intake temperature display
The air intake temperature display indi-
cates the temperature of the air drawn
into the air filter case. Turn the key to
“ON”, and push the “RESET” button to
switch the coolant temperature display
to the air intake temperature display.
Push the “RESET” button again to re-
turn to the coolant temperature display.TIP

Even if the air intake temperature
is set to be displayed, the coolant
temperature warning light comes
on if the engine overheats.
1. Drive mode display
1
1. Coolant temperature display
1
1. Air intake temperature display
1
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