2012 YAMAHA YZF-R1 turn signal

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-8
6
EAU18781
Removing and installing cowl-
ings The cowlings shown need to be re-
moved to perform some of the mainte-
nance jobs described in this chapter.
Refer to this section each time a cowl-
ing needs to be removed and installed.
EAU47252
Cowlings A and B
To remove a cowling1. Remove the quick fastener screwsand the quick fasteners, and then
take the cowling off.
2. Disconnect the turn signal lightlead coupler.
1. Cowling A
2. Cowling C
1
2
1. Cowling B
2. Cowling D
2
1
1. Quick fastener screw
1. Cowling A
2. Cowling B
3. Quick fastener
1
1
23
1
3
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6To install a cowling
1. Connect the turn signal light lead
coupler.
2. Fit the projections on the cowling into the slots as shown. 3. Install the quick fasteners and the
quick fastener screws.
EAU47243
Cowlings C and D
To remove a cowling1. Remove cowling A (if removingcowling C) or cowling B (if remov-
ing cowling D). (See page 6-8.)
2. Remove the quick fastener screws. 3. Slide the cowling forward to un-
hook its projection from the slot,
and then pull the cowling off.
1. Turn signal light lead coupler
1. Slot
2. Projection
1
2
1
1. Slot
2. Projection
1
2
1. Cowling C
2. Quick fastener screw
1. Slot
2. Projection
22
2 2
1
1
2
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6
EAU49823
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
3-27.)
TIPTo access the fuel injection system
fuse, remove the starter relay cover by
pulling it upward.
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. 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]
1. Fuel injection system fuse
2. Fuel injection system spare fuse
3. Fuse box
4. Main fuse
1
2 3
4
1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
5. Right radiator fan fuse
6. Left radiator fan fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Turn signal light fuse
9. Steering damper fuse
10.Headlight fuse
6
5
4
3
2
1
9
10
8
7
7
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1
2
3
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6
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU39013
Replacing a he adlight 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. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler.
Specified fuses: Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
10.0 A × 2
Turn signal light fuse: 7.5 A
Steering damper fuse: 7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
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6
EAU24204
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lensby 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. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
1. License plate light unit
2. Screw
1
2
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Charging system:AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.6 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
LED
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Shift timing indicator light: LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Turn signal light fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
Steering damper fuse: 7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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INDEXThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-18
Tires ...................................................... 6-18
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Traction control system ......................... 3-22
Traction control system indicator/warning light ........................... 3-8
Traction control system switch .............. 3-19
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-39
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-5
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-36
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-19VValve clearance .................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-31
Wheels .................................................. 6-21
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