PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR6-356EAU04000Replacing a tail/brake lightbulb1. Remove the passenger seat. (Seepage 3-12 for passenger seat re-moval and installation procedures.)2. Remove the socket (together withthe bulb) by turning it counter-clockwise.3. Remove the defective bulb byturning it counterclockwise.4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,and then turn it clockwise until itstops.5. Install the socket (together withthe bulb) by turning it clockwise.6. Install the passenger seat.EAU03497Replacing a turn signal lightbulb1. Remove the turn signal light lensby removing the screw.2. Remove the defective bulb bypushing it in and turning it counter-clockwise.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 thescrew. ECA00065CAUTION:_Do not overtighten the screw, other-wise the lens may break._EAU03087TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receivea thorough inspection before shipmentfrom the factory, trouble may occur dur-ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,compression, or ignition systems, forexample, can cause poor starting andloss of power.The following troubleshooting chartsrepresent quick and easy proceduresfor checking these vital systems your-self. However, should your motorcyclerequire any repair, take it to a Yamahadealer, whose skilled technicians havethe necessary tools, experience, andknow-how to service the motorcycleproperly.Use only genuine Yamaha replace-ment parts. Imitation parts may looklike Yamaha parts, but they are ofteninferior, have a shorter service life andcan lead to expensive repair bills.1. Socket 1. ScrewE_5jw.book Page 35 Friday, December 14, 2001 12:01 PM