2010 YAMAHA YZF-R6 horn

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3
EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional) This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
EAU12348
Handlebar switches LeftRight
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
1. Pass switch“”
2. Dimmer switch“/”
3. Turn signal switch“/”
4. Horn switch“”
5. Hazard switch“”
1. Engine stop switch“/”
2. Start switch“”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-15
3 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.
EAU41700
The engine trouble warning light 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.
EAU12820
Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-29.)1. Clutch lever
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INDEXAAir filter element .................................... 6-18
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-14
Auxiliary light ......................................... 6-37BBattery................................................... 6-31
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 ............................................ 3-16
Brake light switches .............................. 6-23
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-17CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-19
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-22
Coolant.................................................. 6-15
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-7DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-27
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-25EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-12
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-15Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
EXUP system ....................................... 3-28
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-23
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-30
Fuel....................................................... 3-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-19
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-33HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-14
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-15
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-34
Helmet holding cable ............................ 3-21
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-15IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-29
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-27MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-22SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-20
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-16
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-25
Sidestand .............................................. 3-28
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-11
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-15
Steering, checking................................. 6-31
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-30TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-35
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
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