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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po- sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.
EAU39460
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
lights, license plate light and auxiliary
lights are on. The hazard lights and turn
signal lights can be turned on, but all
other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA11020
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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EAU49452
Auxiliary DC jack
WARNING
EWA14360
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuiting, make sure that the cap is
installed when the auxiliary DC jack
is not being used.NOTICE
ECA15431
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack should not be used
with the engine turned off, and the
load must never exceed 30 W (2.5 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the
battery may discharge.This vehicle is equipped with an auxilia-
ry DC jack.
A 12-V accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack can be used when the
key is in the “ON” position and should
only be used when the engine is run-
ning.
To use the auxiliary DC jack1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap. 3. Turn the accessory off.
4. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
5. Turn the key to “ON”, and then start the engine. (See page 5-1.)
6. Turn the accessory on.
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1. Auxiliary DC jack
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battery 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.
EAU49581
Replacing the fuses The fuse boxes and the ABS motor
fuse are located behind cowling A, and
the main fuse is located behind cowling
B. (See page 6-8.)1. ABS motor fuse
2. ABS motor spare fuse
3. Main fuse
4. Fuse box
1 2
3
4
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