2012 YAMAHA YZF-R6 fuse

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checking the front fork ................. 6-32
Checking the steering ................... 6-32
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-33
Battery .......................................... 6-33
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-34
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-35
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-37
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-37
Replacing the license plate light bulb ........................................... 6-38
Auxiliary light ................................ 6-38
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-39
Front wheel ................................... 6-39
Rear wheel ................................... 6-41
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-43
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-45
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 7-1
Matte color caution ......................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ...........................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
EAU10410
Left view1. Fuse box 2 (page 6-34)
2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-22)
3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-22)
4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-25)
5. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt (for fast compression damping) (page 3-25)
6. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt (for slow compression damping) (page 3-25)
7. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2) 8. Shock absorber assembly rebo
und damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-25)
9. Shift pedal (page 3-16)
10.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-13)
11.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-13)
12.Front fork compression damping force adjusting bolt (for fast compres- sion damping) (page 3-22)
13.Front fork compression damping force adjusting bolt (for slow com- pression damping) (page 3-22)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
EAU10420
Right view
1
2
3,4,5,6
710
9
8
11
12
13
14
15
1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-27)
2. Helmet cable holder (page 3-21)
3. Fuse box 1 (page 6-34)
4. Main fuse (page 6-34)
5. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-34)
6. Battery (page 6-33)
7. Air filter element (page 6-19)
8. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16)9. Radiator cap (page 6-16)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
11.Coolant drain bolt (page 6-17)
12.Engine oil dipstick (page 6-13)
13.Brake pedal (page 3-17)
14.Rear brake light switch (page 6-24)
15.Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-25)U1JSE0E0.book Page 2 Wednesday, July 27, 2011 10:34 AM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-34
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.
EAU23706
Replacing the fuses The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and fuse box 1 are located under
the rider seat. (See page 3-20.)TIPTo access the fuel injection system
fuse, remove the starter relay cover by
pulling it upward.1. Main fuse
2. Fuel injection system spare fuse
3. Starter relay cover
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Fuse box 1
6. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-tem)
7. Electronic throttle valve fuse
8. Spare fuse
2
1
5
6
3
748
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-35
6
Fuse box 2 is located under panel A.
(See page 6-8.)
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]
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. Fuse box 2
2. Left radiator fan fuse
3. Right radiator fan fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Ignition fuse
6. Taillight fuse
7. Headlight fuse
8. Spare fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:50.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Taillight fuse:
7.5 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
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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
Fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Taillight fuse:
7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXAAir filter element .................................... 6-19
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-14
Auxiliary light ......................................... 6-38BBattery................................................... 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-30
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-25
Brake lever ............................................ 3-16
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 6-23
Brake light switches .............................. 6-24
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-17CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-29
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-19
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-23
Coolant.................................................. 6-16
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ......................... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-28
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-27EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-13 Engine stop switch................................ 3-15
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
EXUP system ....................................... 3-28
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-24
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-22
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-32
Fuel....................................................... 3-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ..................................... 3-19
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-14
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-15
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-35
Helmet holding cable ............................ 3-21
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-15IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-29
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-38
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-27MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
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 .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-22SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-20
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-16
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-25
Sidestand .............................................. 3-28
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-31
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-12
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-15
Steering, checking................................. 6-32
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-39
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-31TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-37
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