2012 YAMAHA XT1200Z lights

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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off any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.


Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.


Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.


For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield. Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
After cleaning 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
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INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-20
ABS warning light.................................... 3-7
Air filter element .................................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-15
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-35
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-23
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-22
Brake lever ............................................ 3-18
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 6-20
Brake light switches .............................. 6-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-19CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carriers ................................................. 3-31
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-24
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................................... 6-26
Clutch lever .................................. 3-17, 6-20
Coolant.................................................. 6-15
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings, removing and installing........... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-16
D-mode (drive mode) .............................. 3-1
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine stop switch................................ 3-16
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-28
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-27
Fuel....................................................... 3-23
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-24
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-22
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-16
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-17
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-31
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-5
Horn switch ........................................... 3-16IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-33
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-8
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-33
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-32MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-3 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................. 7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-5OOil level warning light .............................. 3-5PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-16RRider seat .............................................. 3-25
Rider seat height, adjusting................... 3-26SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-18
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-30
Sidestand .............................................. 3-32
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-10
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-16
Steering, checking................................. 6-27
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-26TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-17
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INDEX
Tires...................................................... 6-18
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Traction control system ........................ 3-21
Traction control system indicator/warning light ......................................... 3-7
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-5
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-33
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-16VValve clearance .................................... 6-17
Vehicle identification number.................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-28
Wheels.................................................. 6-20
Windshield ............................................ 3-27
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