2012 YAMAHA MT-03 alarm

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Safe riding .........................................1-1
Protective apparel.............................1-2
Modifications .....................................1-2
Loading and accessories ..................1-2
Gasoline and exhaust gas ................1-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ............................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments ..................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Immobilizer system...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ..............3-3
Multi-function meter unit ...................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Odometer, tripmeter modes ..............3-6
Clock mode .......................................3-7
Self-diagnosis devices......................3-7
Indicator lights brightness
control mode..............................3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-8
Handlebar switches...........................3-9
Clutch lever .....................................3-10
Shift pedal.......................................3-10
Brake lever ......................................3-11Brake pedal.....................................3-11
Fuel tank cap...................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ...3-13
Catalytic converter..........................3-13
Seats ...............................................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly..................................3-16
Sidestand........................................3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..........3-19
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list ....................4-2
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 MINOR REPAIR.........................6-1
Owner’s tool kit.................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart..........................6-2
Removing and installing panels ........6-6
Checking the spark plug ...................6-6Engine oil and oil filter element.........6-8
Coolant............................................6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hoses ...6-13
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...6-14
Checking the throttle cable
free play...................................6-15
Valve clearance...............................6-15
Tires ................................................6-16
Cast wheels....................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play...................................6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads...............................6-20
Checking the brake fluid level .........6-21
Changing the brake fluid .................6-22
Drive chain slack .............................6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables .......................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ..............6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............6-26
Lubricating the brake pedal............6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand..................................6-27
Lubricating the side suspension .....6-27

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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If the immobilizer system indicator
light flashes any error codes, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
ECA11590CAUTION:
If the display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be
checked as soon as possible in or-
der to avoid engine damage.Indicator lights brightness
control mode
●Indicator lights brightness:
This function allows you to adjust
the brightness of the indicator
lights to suit the outside lighting
conditions.
T
o adjust the brightness of the
indicator lights
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Push the “SELECT” button to se-
lect ODO meter mode, and then
push the “RESET” button for at
least five seconds.
3. Release the “RESET” button, and
then select the desired lighting
brightness level by pushing the
“RESET” button.
EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a Yama-
ha dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer
for more information.

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INDEX
A
Air filter element, cleaning the
check hoses ..................................6-13
Air filter element, replacing ..............6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...........6-34
B
Battery ..............................................6-29
To access the battery....................6-29
To charge the battery....................6-30
To store the battery.......................6-31
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ...............6-26
Brake fluid ........................................6-22
Changing......................................6-22
Checking fluid level.......................6-21
Brake lever .......................................3-11
Brake pads, checking.......................6-20
Brake pedal......................................3-11
Lubricating....................................6-26
C
Cables, checking and lubricating .....6-25
Care and storage...............................7-1
Cast wheels......................................6-19
Catalytic converter...........................3-13
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers.................6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal...................................6-26Checking and lubricating the
cables ...........................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand......................................6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ...................6-25
Checking the sidestand switch.........3-20
Clock mode ........................................3-7
Clutch lever ......................................3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......6-19
Consumer information........................9-1
Controls and instruments ...................2-3
Function ..........................................3-1
Coolant.............................................6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .....3-4
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Description .........................................2-1
Controls and instrument .................2-3
Left view..........................................2-1
Right view .......................................2-2
Dimmer switch....................................3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and
lubricating.....................................6-24
Drive chain slack ..............................6-23
Adjusting.......................................6-23
Checking.......................................6-23
E
Engine break-in ..................................5-3
Engine idling speed, adjusting .........6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........6-8Engine oil filter element....................6-10
Engine stop switch.............................3-9
Engine trouble warning light...............3-4
F
Front fork, checking.........................6-27
Front wheel......................................6-37
Installing........................................6-37
Removing......................................6-37
Fuel ..................................................3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...5-3
Fuel level warning light......................3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose.....3-13
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-11
Fuses, replacing...............................6-31
H
Handlebar switches............................3-9
Dimmer switch................................3-9
Engine stop switch..........................3-9
Hazard switch ...............................3-10
Horn switch .....................................3-9
Pass switch .....................................3-9
Start switch .....................................3-9
Turn signal switch...........................3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing .................6-33
High beam indicator light ...................3-4
Horn switch ........................................3-9
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Identification numbers........................9-1
Idling speed, adjusting .....................6-14
Ignition circuit cut-off system............3-19