honda cbr600rr 2009 owners User Manual

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If Your Engine Overheats
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Continuing to ride with an overheated
engine can cause serious engine damage.A steaming engine indicates a coolant
leak. Shut the engine of f and wait until
the steaming stops. Look f or a leak, but
don’t touch the engine or radiator
system. Let everything cool of f f irst.
Normally, the coolant temperature on your
temperature meter will rise and then level
off. Hot weather may cause the
temperature to rise higher than normal. So
will temporary stress such as climbing a
hill. If you’re stuck in stop-and-go traf f ic,
the temperature may climb some, but the
radiator fan is designed to prevent
overheating. Be aware of these variations
as you monitor the meter.
If there’s no obvious problem, leave the
engine on so the f an and coolant
circulating system can continue
working. Monitor the temperature meter.
The temperature may drop to the
normal range after a brief stop with no
load on the engine.
If the coolant temperature display begins
to flash and the high coolant temperature
indicator comes on for no apparent reason,
pull saf ely to the side of the road. If
possible, park in a shady area.
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If Your Engine Overheats
Taking Care of the Unexpected
If the reserve tank is low or empty, don’t
ride without adding coolant (page ).
Af ter adding coolant, turn the engine on
and check the temperature meter.
If the temperature doesn’t drop, do notride. The engine needs repair. Transport
your motorcycle to a Honda dealer
(page ).
If the temperature drops to normal,
check the coolant level. If it has gone
down, add more coolant.
If you are able to resume riding, continue
to monitor the meter frequently.
If there’s a mild leak, you can ride for
awhile, carefully watching the meter. Be
prepared to stop and add more coolant or
water. If the leak is bad, transport your
motorcycle to a Honda dealer (page ).
Check the radiator fan.
If the f an is not working, turn the
engine of f . Open the f use box
(page ) and check the radiator fan
f use. If the f use is blown, replace it
with the proper (same rating) spare f use.
Start the engine. If the coolant
temperature display flashes and the high
coolant temperature indicator comes on,
turn the engine of f .
If the radiator fan is working, visually
check the coolant level in the reserve
tank, located behind the lower cowl
(page ). It isn’t necessary to touch
the radiator system.
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If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lights
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Continuing to ride with low oil pressure
can cause serious engine damage.
If you check your engine oil level
regularly, you should never see the low oil
pressure indicator while riding. Normally,
it will only light momentarily when you
turn the ignition switch ON. Occasionally,
it may flicker at or near idling speed.
Lowoilpressuremaybecausedbyanoil
leak, a low oil level, or some problem in
the engine’s lubrication system.
If the indicator comes on while you’re
riding, don’t ignore it. Pull saf ely to the
side of the road. If possible, pull the clutch
lever in and coast to a stop. Stop the
engine as soon as it’s safe to do so. Check for an oil leak.
Then check the oil level. If necessary,
add the recommended oil (page ) to
the upper level mark. If you must leave
your motorcycle to get oil, secure it as
much as possible.
Af ter adding oil, start the engine, and
check that the low oil pressure indicator
goes off. Check for a possible leak.
If the indicator goes off and there is no
leak –– resume riding. If there is a leak ––
do not ride the motorcycle until the leak is
repaired by a Honda dealer. 101
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							30A
10A, 20A
10A, 20A, 30A
main fuse
other fuses
CBR600RR:
CBR600RR ABS:
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If a Fuse Blows
Taking Care of the Unexpected
All of the electrical circuits on your
motorcycle have fuses to protect them
f rom damage caused by excess current
f low (short circuit or overload).
If something electrical on your motorcycle
stops working, the f irst thing you should
check for is a blown fuse.
Determine from the chart on the circuit
f use box cover which f use or f uses control
that component. Check those f uses f irst,
but check all the fuses before looking
elsewhere f or another possible cause of
the problem. Replace any blown fuses and
check component operation.Main fuse (and spare) are located on the
starter motor magnetic switch under the
f ront seat.
The circuit f use box (including spare
f uses) is located under the f ront seat.
Recommended Fuses
(cont’d)
To prevent an accidental short circuit,
turn the ignition switch OFF bef ore
checking or replacing the fuses.
Remove the f ront seat (page ).
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							UNDER FRONTSEAT
(1)
MAIN FUSE
(2)
(3)
(5)
(4)
(4) blown fuse
(1) main fuse
(2) wire connector
(3) starter magnetic switch
(5) spare main fuse
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If a Fuse Blows
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Main Fuse Access:
Reconnect the wire connector. To access the main fuse ( ), disconnect
the wire connector ( ) of the starter
magnetic switch ( ).
Pull the main f use out. If it is blown ( ),
install the spare main f use ( ).
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							(9)(7)
(6) tabs
(7) fuse box cover
(9) spare fuses (6)
UNDER FRONT
SEAT
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If a Fuse Blows
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Circuit Fuse Access:
Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the chance
of damage to the electrical system.Release the tabs ( ), then remove the
f use box cover ( ).
To check or replace a circuit fuse, pull
the old fuse out of its retaining clips.
Look f or a burned wire inside the f use.
If the fuse is blown ( ), replace it with
a spare f use ( ) of the same rating.
If you do not have a replacement fuse with
the proper rating for the circuit, install one
with a lower rating.
(cont’d)
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							CIRCUIT FUSE(8)
(8) blown fuse
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If a Fuse Blows
Taking Care of the Unexpected
If you do not have a spare f use and you
cannot ride the motorcycle without f ixing
theproblem,takeafuseofthesamerating
or a lower rating from one of the other
circuits that you can do without
temporarily.
If you replace a blown f use with a spare
fuse that has a lower rating, replace the
fuse with the correct rating as soon as you
can. Also remember to replace any spare
f uses that were installed.
If the replacement fuse of the same rating
burns out in a short time, there is probably
a serious electrical problem on your
motorcycle. Leave the blown f use in that
circuit and have your motorcycle checked
by your Honda dealer.
Install the f ront seat. Install the f use box cover.
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If You Crash
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Transporting Your Motorcycle,
Personal saf ety is your f irst priority af ter a
crash. If you or anyone else has been
injured, take time to assess the severity of
the injuries and whether it is safe to
continue riding. Call for emergency
assistance if needed. Also follow
applicable laws and regulations if another
person or vehicle is involved in the crash.
If there is minor damage, or you are
unsure about possible damage, ride slowly
and cautiously. Sometimes, crash damage
is hidden or not immediately apparent, so
you should have your motorcycle
thoroughly checked at a qualified service
facility as soon as possible. Also, be sure
to have your Honda dealer check the
f rame and suspension af ter any serious
crash.
If your motorcycle cannot be ridden, see
page .
If you decide that you are capable of
riding safely, first evaluate the condition
of your motorcycle. If the engine is still
running, turn it of f and look it over
carefully; inspect it for fluid leaks, check
the tightness of critical nuts and bolts, and
secure such parts as the handlebar, control
levers, brakes, and wheels. 179
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							(1) key number plate(1)
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If You Lose Your Key
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Be sure to record your key number in the
Quick Reference section at the rear of the
manual. You’ll need this number to have a
duplicate key made.
A lost key won’t be a problem if you take
preventative action. Store one duplicate
key in a safe place at home and carry a
second duplicate in your wallet.
If you lose your key and aren’t carrying a
duplicate, either get your spare or have
one made. If you don’t know your key
number, call the dealer where you
purchased your Honda. They may have it
listed in their records. If they don’t, transport your motorcycle to them or the
nearest Honda dealer. The dealer will
probably have to remove the ignition
switch assembly to find the key number so
they can make a key for you.
You should receive a key number plate
( ) with your keys. Store this plate in a
safe place.
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If Your Battery Is Low (or Dead)
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Jump starting is not recommended,
especially if you use an automobile battery.
The greater amperage of an automobile
battery when the car engine is running can
damage your motorcycle’s electrical
system.
Bump starting is also not recommended.
If you can’t charge the battery or it
appears unable to hold a charge, contact
your Honda dealer.
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