2014 YAMAHA XJ6-S high beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
EAU49394
Indicator lig hts and warning
lig hts
EAU11021
Turn si gnal in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
EAU11061
Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081
Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11255
Oil level warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
TIP Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when rid-
ing on a slope or during sudden
acceleration or deceleration, but
this is not a malfunction.
 This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detec-
tion circuit, the following cycle will
be repeated until the malfunction
is corrected: The oil level warning
light will flash ten times, then go
off for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU1142B
Coolant temperature warnin g
li g ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
1. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Immobilizer system indicator light
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Oil level warning light “ ”
7. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
8. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ” (for ABS models)
ABS
1 2 345
76
8
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
Ri
ght
EAU12351
Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU12401
Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU12461
Turn si gnal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen- ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12501
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12661
En
gine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “ ” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12713
Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
EAU44712
The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light (ABS model only)
may come on when the key is turned to
“ON” and the start switch is pushed,
but this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
EAU12734
Hazar d switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.NOTICE
ECA10062
Do not use the hazar d lig hts for an
exten ded len gth of time with the en-
g ine not runnin g, otherwise the bat-
tery may d ischarge.
1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Wheel travel:130.0 mm (5.12 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 130.0 mm (5.12 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 10.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1 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
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light:
XJ6SA LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
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
ABS control unit fuse: XJ6SA 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
XJ6SA 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: XJ6SA 20.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-18
Auxiliary light bulb ................................ 6-41BBattery .................................................. 6-34
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .................... 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-31
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-26
Brake lever............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-24
Brake light switches ............................. 6-25
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-30
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-17
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................... 6-32
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ........................ 6-8DDimmer switch...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-29
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-28
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed.............................. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge........... 6-11
Engine stop switch............................... 3-12
Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-7FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-26
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-33
Fuel ...................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-36HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-20
Handlebar switches ............................. 3-11
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-38
Helmet holder....................................... 3-19
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-22
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-40MMain 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........................................... 3-12RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-20SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-18
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-21
Sidestand.............................................. 3-22
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-12
Steering, checking ................................ 6-34
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment........................... 3-19
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-33TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ............. 6-39
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-30
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