2012 YAMAHA YFM350R-W clock

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EBU18720Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
EBU28942Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.
WARNING
EWB02521Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely
flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and
to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, fol-
low these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be
sure that no one is sitting on the vehicle. Nev-
er refuel while smoking, or while in the vicinity
1. Drive select lever
1. Fuel tank cap
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4of sparks, open flames, or other sources of ig-
nition such as the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling,
be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel
tank filler hole. Stop filling when the fuel reach-
es the bottom of the filler tube. Because fuel
expands when it heats up, heat from the en-
gine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of
the fuel tank.3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
NOTICE: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
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4. Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make
sure it is securely closed.
WARNING
EWB02531Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or
death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon
gasoline by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or get some gasoline in your eyes, see your
doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on your
skin, wash with soap and water. If gasoline
spills on your clothing, change your clothes.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only with a re-
search octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel tank capacity:
9.0 L (2.38 US gal, 1.98 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.7 L (0.71 US gal, 0.59 Imp.gal)
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4 Move the starter (choke) in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
See the “Starting a cold engine” section on page
6-1 for proper operation.
EBU28010Steering lock To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to either side.
2. Open the steering lock cap, and then insert
the steering lock key.
3. Turn the key 1/8 turn counterclockwise, push
it in, and then turn the key 1/8 turn clockwise.
4. Check that the steering is locked, remove the
key, and then close the steering lock cap.
1. Starter (choke)“”
1. Steering lock cap
2. Steering lock
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4To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cap, and then insert
the key.
2. Turn the key 1/8 turn counterclockwise to re-
lease the lock.
3. Remove the key, and then close the steering
lock cap.
EBU18881Seat To remove the seat
Pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat
at the rear.To install the seat
Insert the projections on the front of the seat into
the seat holders and push down on the seat at the
rear. Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.
EBU18993Adjusting the front shock absorber as-
semblies The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid-
er’s weight and the riding conditions.
1. Seat lock lever
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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82. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a
new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec-
ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02172]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical
circuits to check if the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.EBU28160Headlight bulb If the headlight bulb burns out, have a Yamaha
dealer replace it.
EBU28170Headlight beam If a headlight beam adjustment is necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it.EBU25601Replacing the tail/brake light bulb If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
1. Remove the lens by removing the screws.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise. Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
15.0 A
Accessory fuse:
7.5 A1. Screw
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8 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in,
and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screws.
NOTICE: Do not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
[ECB00701]
EBU28031
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 counterclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in,
and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screw.
NOTICE: Do not overtighten the screw,
otherwise the lens may break.
[ECB00871]
EBU28183
Replacing the license plate light bulb If the license plate light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
1. Remove the license plate light body by remov-
ing the screw.
1. Tail/brake light bulb
1. Screw
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