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10. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
TIPAfter the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if
the oil level is sufficient.NOTICE
ECA10402
If the oil level warnin g li ght flickers
or remains on even if the oil level is
correct, imme diately turn the en gine
off an d have a Yamaha d ealer check
the vehicle.11. Turn the engine off, wait a few minutes until the oil settles, and
then check the oil level and cor-
rect it if necessary.
12. Install the cowling.
EAU20071
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU47561
To check the coolant level 1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand.TIPThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
 Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.TIPThe coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
3. If the coolant is at or below theminimum level mark, remove the
coolant reservoir breather hose
from the guide, and then remove
the coolant reservoir cap.1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
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rakin g performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
d ent.
EAU57070
Brake li ght switchesFor non-ABS mo dels
The brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever,
should come on just before braking
takes effect. If necessary, adjust the
rear brake light switch as follows, but
the front brake light switch should be
adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust-
ing nut while holding the rear brake
light switch in place. To make the
brake light come on earlier, turn the ad- justing nut in direction (a). To make the
brake light come on later, turn the ad-
justing nut in direction (b).
For ABS mo
dels
The brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever,
should come on just before braking
takes effect. If necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust the brake light switches.1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
1
2(a)
(b)
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EAU47173
Replacing the fusesThe main fuse and the fuse boxes,
which contain the fuses for the individ-
ual circuits, are located under the seat.
(See page 3-18.)TIPTo access the main fuse, remove the
starter relay cover as shown.XJ6S XJ6S XJ6SA1. Starter relay cover
2. Main fuse
3. Spare main fuse
4. Fuse box
2
4
3
1
1. Taillight fuse
2. Spare fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
7. Fuel injection system fuse
8. Radiator fan fuse
1 2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1. Starter relay cover
2. Main fuse
3. Spare main fuse
4. Fuse box
2
4
3
1
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6XJ6SA
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 hi gher ampera ge ratin
g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive d am-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
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.
1. Taillight fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. ABS solenoid fuse
4. ABS motor fuse
5. Spare fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Ignition fuse
8. Signaling system fuse
9. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-tem)
10.Fuel injection system fuse
11.Radiator fan fuse
1
5 56
7
8
9
10
11
234
Specifie
d fuses:
Main fuse: 30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Taillight fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: XJ6SA 30.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: XJ6SA 7.5 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
XJ6SA 20.0 A
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EAU47602
Replacing the hea dlig ht bul bThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10651
Take care not to damag e the follow-
in g parts:
 Hea dlig ht bul b
Do not touch the glass part of
the hea dlig ht bul b to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the g lass, the luminosity
of the b ulb, an d the b ulb life will
b e ad versely affected . Thor-
ou ghly clean off any d irt and fin-
g erprints on the head light bul b
using a cloth moistene d with al-
cohol or thinner.
 Hea dlig ht lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the head light
lens.
Do not use a hea dlig ht bul b of a
watta ge hi gher than specified .
1. Remove cowling B. (See page
6-8.)
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the headlight
bulb cover. 3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
5. Install the headlight bulb cover, and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the cowling.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1 2
1. Headlight bulb
2. Headlight bulb holder
1
2
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EAU47022
Replacing the tail/ brake li ght
b ul b1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-18.)
2. Remove the tail/brake light bulb
socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the seat.
EAU24205
Replacin g a turn si gnal li ght
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
1
1. Tail/brake light bulb
2. Tail/brake light bulb socket
2
1
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1
2
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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-
ti g hten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11192] EAU24314
Replacin
g the license plate
lig ht bul b1. 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. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws.
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
1. License plate light unit
2. Screw
2
1
1. License plate light bulb socket
2. License plate light bulb
1
2
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EAU39021
Auxiliary light bul bIf the auxiliary light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
trical circuit or replace the bulb.
EAU44792
Front wheel (for non-ABS
mo dels)
WARNING
EWA14841
For the ABS mo del, have a Yamaha
d ealer remove an d install the wheel.
EAU56280
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10822
To avoi d injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no dan ger of it
fallin g over.1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts. 2. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
3. Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the b rake
after the brake calipers have
b een removed , otherwise the
b rake pa ds will b e forced shut.
[ECA11052]
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
1. Wheel axle
2. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
3. Brake caliper bolt
13
2
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