2020 YAMAHA TENERE 700 battery

Table of contents
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots .........................................6-28
Checking the front fork..................6-29
Checking the steering ...................6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ........6-30
Battery ...........................................6-30
Replacing the fuses .......................6-31
Vehicle lights .................................6-33
Tail/brake light ...............................6-33
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ............................................6-33
License plate light .........................6-34
Supporting the motorcycle............6-34
Troubleshooting ............................6-35
Troubleshooting chart ...................6-36
Motorcycle care and storage..........7-1
Matte color caution .........................7-1
Care .................................................7-1
Storage ............................................7-3
Specifications....................................8-1
Consumer information.....................9-1
Identification numbers .....................9-1
Diagnostic connector ......................9-2
Vehicle data recording ....................9-2
Index................................................10-1
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Description
2-2
2
EAU10421
Right view
1,2
3
4
5
6
1. Main fuse (page 6-31)
2. Fuse box (page 6-31)
3. Battery (page 6-30)
4. Fuel tank cap (page 3-16)
5. Brake pedal (page 3-15)
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Instrument and control functions
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3
EAU10462
Main switch/steering lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU85050
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power and the vehicle lights are turned
on. The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.TIPTo prevent battery discharge, do
not leave the key in the on position
without the engine running.
The headlight comes on automat-
ically when the engine is started.The headlight will stay on until the
key is turned to “OFF”, even if the
engine stalls.
EAU10662
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
EAU1068B
LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position,
push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right slight-
ly.
P
ON
OFF
LOCK
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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Instrument and control functions
3-3
3To unlock the steering
From the “LOCK” position, push the
key in and turn it to “OFF”.
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(Parking)
The hazard lights and turn signal lights
can be turned on, but all other electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA20760
Using the hazard or turn signal lights
for an extended length of time may
cause the battery to discharge.
EAU4939H
Indicator lights and warning
lights
EAU11032
Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
EAU11061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU59963
Oil pressure warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil pressure is low.TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
should come on, go off briefly, and
then remain on until the engine is start-
ed. Otherwise, have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Left turn signal indicator light Ž
2. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light Ž
3. Engine trouble warning light Ž
4. Oil pressure warning light Ž
5. Coolant temperature warning light Ž
6.
7. Right turn signal indicator light Ž
8. Neutral indicator light Ž
9. High beam indicator light Ž
10.Immobilizer system indicator light Ž
11.Anti-lock Brake System (ABS OFF) warning
light Ž
1
2
3
4
57
8
9
10
11
6
ABSABS
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Instrument and control functions
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3
The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:
speedometer
tachometer
fuel meter
clock
eco indicator
transmission gear display
OFF-ROAD indicator
multi-function display
TIPTo switch between kilometers and
miles, set the multi-funtion display
to the odometer or a tripmeter,
and then push the top set button
until the display units change.
The display units will return to fac-
tory settings in case of battery dis-
connection.
WARNING
EWA12423
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function meter unit. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
operator and increase the risk of an
accident.Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed.Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine
speed.
NOTICE
ECA23050
Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer high-r/min zone.
High-r/min zone: 10000 r/min and
above
1. Tachometer
2. Clock
3. Speedometer
4. Fuel meter
5. Transmission gear display
6. Eco indicator “ECO”
7. “OFF-ROAD” indicator
8. Multi-function display
1
2
3
45
6
7
8
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
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Instrument and control functions
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3
EAUM4130
Front fender To suit the riding conditions, the front
fender height can be adjusted.
To adjust the front fender height
1. Loosen the bolts on each side of
the front fender.
2. Move the front fender to the de-
sired height.
3. Tighten the bolts to the specified
torque.
EAUM4201
DC power outletsThis vehicle is equiped with an auxiliary
DC jack, and auxiliary DC connector, a
grip warmer connector and a fog lamp
DC connector.NOTICE
ECA26810
Do not use any single electrical ac-
cessory or combination of accesso-
ries that require more than the
stated capacity at any one time. This
may overload the circuit and cause
the fuse to blow.TIPTo prevent battery drain, do not use an
accessory with the engine off.
Auxiliary DC jack
A 12-V accessory with the proper con-
nector can be used when the main
switch is on.
To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Turn the vehicle power off.
2. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap.
3. Turn the accessory off.
4. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
1. BoltTightening torque:
Front fender bolt:
7.5 N·m (0.75 kgf·m, 5.6 lb·ft)
1
DC power outlet circuit capacities:
DC jack and DC connector circuit:
24 W (2 A)
Grip warmer and Fog lamp circuit:
120 W (10 A)
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1
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Operation and important riding points
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5
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Starting the engineThe ignition circuit cut-off system will
enable starting when:
the transmission is in the neutral
position or
the transmission is in gear, the
sidestand is up, and the clutch le-
ver is pulled.
To start the engine1. Turn the main switch on and set
the engine stop switch to the run
position.
2. Confirm the indicator and warning
light(s) come on for a few sec-
onds, and the go off. (See page
3-3.)TIPDo not start the engine if the en-
gine trouble warning light remains
on.
The oil pressure warning light
should come on and stay on until
the engine is started.The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 10 km/h
(6 mi/h).
NOTICE
ECA24110
If a warning or indicator light does
not work as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
4. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
5. Release the start switch when the
engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the switch again to allow battery
voltage to restore.NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold!
EAUM3632
TIPThis model is equipped with:
a lean angle sensor. This sensor
stops the engine in case of a vehi-
cle turnover. If this happens, the
engine trouble warning light will
come on, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the vehicle power off
and then back on again to cancel
the warning light. Failing to do so
will prevent the engine from start-
ing even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start
switch.
an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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6
EAU23292
Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU50212
BatteryThe battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-19.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severeburns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
1. Battery
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Positive battery lead (red)
1
2
3
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