2018 YAMAHA YZF-R1M maintenance

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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EAU42505
Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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Engine overheating
WARNING
EWAT1041
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Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
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Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the capwhile turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily
used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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Consumer information
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EAU26521
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See
page 4-38.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This in-
formation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
EAU69910
Diagnostic connectorThe diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU74702
Vehicle data recordingThis model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research and de-
velopment purposes. This data will be
uploaded only when a special Yamaha
diagnostic tool is attached to the vehi-
cle, such as when maintenance checks
or service procedures are performed.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
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Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a
third party except:
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With the consent of the vehicle
owner
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Where obligated by law
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For use by Yamaha in litigation
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For general Yamaha-conducted
research purposes when the data
is not related to an individual vehi-
cle nor owner
1. Model label
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1. Diagnostic connector
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Index
AABS warning light ................................... 4-6
Air filter element.................................... 7-17
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 4-48
Auxiliary system warning light ................ 4-8BBattery .................................................. 7-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-24
Brake lever ........................................... 4-32
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 7-22
Brake light switches .............................. 7-23
Brake pedal .......................................... 4-32
Brake system ........................................ 4-33CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-27
Canister ................................................ 7-12
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-37
CCU ...................................................... 4-39
Clutch lever........................................... 4-31
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-21
Coolant ................................................. 7-15
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ............................................... 7-8DData recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connecto r ............................ 10-2
Dimmer switch ........................................ 4-4
Display, main screen .............................. 4-8 Display, menu screen ............................ 4-14
Document storage ................................. 4-40
Drive chain, cleaning
and lubricating .... 7-26
Drive chain slack ................................... 7-25
EEngine break-in ....................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed, checking............... 7-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 7-12
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light .................... 4-6
EXUP system ........................................ 4-47FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 7-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 4-41
Front fork, checking............................... 7-30
Fuel ....................................................... 4-35
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........6-3
Fuel level warning light ............................4-6
Fuel tank cap......................................... 4-34
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 4-37
Fuses, replacing .................................... 7-33GGlossary ..................................................3-4HHandlebar switches ................................. 4-3
Hazard switch.......................................... 4-4
High beam indicator light .........................4-6
Horn switch .............................................4-4IIdentification numbers ........................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 4-49
Immobilizer system ................................. 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 4-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 4-6
MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 4-6OOil pressure and coolant temperature
warning light ......................................... 4-8PParking.................................................... 6-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass/LAP switch ..................................... 4-4RRear view mirrors.................................. 4-41SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 4-38
Shift indicator light .................................. 4-7
Shifting .................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 4-31
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 4-44
Sidestand .............................................. 4-48
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 7-29
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 7-11
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications.......................................... 9-1
Stability control indicator light ................. 4-7
Starting the engine.................................. 6-1
Steering, checking ................................ 7-30
Stop/Run/Start switch ............................. 4-4
Storage ................................................... 8-4
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