Main Switch/Steering Lock - Yamaha TENERE 700 Owner's Manual

Instrument and control functions

Main switch/steering lock

ON
OFF
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LOCK
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
TIP
Be sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
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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.
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
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.
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LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
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1. Push.
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2. Turn.
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
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2. With the key in the "OFF" position,
push the key in and turn it to
"LOCK".
3. Remove the key.
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