2014 YAMAHA YZF-R6 low beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
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Indicator lig hts and warning
lig hts
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Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ”
an d“”
The corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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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.
EAU11367
Fuel level warnin g li ght “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 L (0.92 US gal, 0.77 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
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.
1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
5. Fuel level warning light “ ”
6. Oil level warning light “ ”
7. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
8. Shift timing indicator light
9. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
10.Immobilizer system indicator light
km/h
TRIP A
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3
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Handle bar switchesLeft Ri
ght
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Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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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.
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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.
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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.
EAU41701
The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to
“ON” and the start switch is pushed,
but this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
1. Pass switch “ ”
2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
3. Turn signal switch “ / ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Hazard switch “ ”
1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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INDEXAAir filter element .................................... 6-19
Auxiliary light......................................... 6-39BBattery .................................................. 6-34
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .................... 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-27
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-26
Brake lever ............................................ 3-16
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-24
Brake light switches.............................. 6-25
Brake pedal........................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-30
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 .... 6-29
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 ............................... 3-14 Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
EXUP system........................................ 3-27
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-22
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-32
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
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 ................................... 6-35HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-14
Hazard switch....................................... 3-15
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-36
Helmet holding cable ........................... 3-21
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-28
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-39
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 .............................................3-15
Shift timing indicator light .......................3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-24
Sidestand ..............................................3-28
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-32
Spark plugs, checking ..........................6-12
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-14
Steering, checking ................................6-33
Storage ...................................................7-4
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-40
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-32TTail/brake light ......................................6-38
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ....................6-30
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