2012 YAMAHA FZ1 S Owners Manual

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EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU50210
Battery The battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-19.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10760
●
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact withskin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan- tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
●
Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
●
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
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6battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16521
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for more than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key is turned to “OFF”, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16840]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU43133
Replacing the fuses The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and the fuse boxes, which contain
the fuses for the individual circuits, are
located under the rider seat. (See page
3-19.)
FZ1-S1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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FZ1-S FZ1-SA FZ1-SA
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
TIPInclude steps 2, 3, 7 and 8 only for the
fuel injection system fuse.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn offthe electrical circuit in question.
1. Fuse box
2. Ignition fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Taillight fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-tem)
6. Right radiator fan fuse
7. Left radiator fan fuse
8. Headlight fuse
9. Spare fuse
1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Taillight fuse
4. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys- tem)
5. Right radiator fan fuse
6. Left radiator fan fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. ABS motor spare fuse
9. ABS control unit fuse
10.Headlight fuse
11.ABS motor fuse
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62. Unhook the battery band, and then
remove the battery cover.
3. Remove the starter relay cover by pulling it upward. 4. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
5. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
6. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
7. Install the starter relay cover.
8. Install the battery cover, and then hook the battery band onto the
holder.
1. Battery band
2. Battery cover
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Fuel injection system spare fuse
2
1
3
Specified fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Taillight fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: FZ1-SA 10.0 A
ABS motor fuse: FZ1-SA 30.0 A
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EAU23934
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with halogen
bulb headlights. If a 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.
1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.
2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, and then remove the burnt-out
bulb. 3. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
4. Install the headlight 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 coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
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EAU24115
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the passenger seat. (Seepage 3-19.)
2. Remove the tail/brake light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the passenger 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 socket
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1. License plate light unit
2. Screw
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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.
EAU27014
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb This model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.1. Remove panel B (if replacing the left auxiliary light bulb) or panel A
(if replacing the right auxiliary light
bulb). (See page 6-8.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
turning the socket counterclock-
wise.
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 and turning it
clockwise.
6. Install the panel.
1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light bulb socket
1
2
1. Auxiliary light bulb
2. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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EAU44791
Front wheel (for non-ABS
models)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamaha
dealer remove and install the wheel.
EAU40062
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinchbolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts. 2. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
3. Remove the brake hose holder on each side by removing the bolt and
nut.
4. Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the brake
after the brake calipers have
been removed, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut.
[ECA11051]
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then remove the wheel.
EAU40071
To install the front wheel1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Install the brake caliper on each side by installing the bolts.TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brake
discs.
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Wheel axle
3. Brake caliper bolt
3
2
1
1. Brake hose holder
2. Bolt and nut
3. Brake caliper bolt
4. Brake caliper
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