Main switch/steering 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.
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with power, the meter lighting, taillight, license plate light and auxiliary lights come on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays 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.
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
To lock the steering

Push.
Turn.
To unlock the steering

Push.
Turn.
Push the key into the main switch, and then turn it to "OFF" while still pushing it.
Indicator and warning lightsChecking the speed sensor
1. Check:
Speed sensor output voltage
Out of specification → Replace.
a. Connect the pocket tester (DC 20 V) to the
speed sensor coupler (wire harness end) as
shown.
Positive tester probe
gray "1"
Negative tester probe
gray/black "2"
b. Set the main switch to "ON".
c. ...
Removing the generator
1. Remove:
Generator rotor nut "1"
Washer
NOTE:
While holding the generator rotor "2" with the
sheave holder "3", loosen the generator rotor
nut.
Do not allow the sheave holder to touch the
projection on the generator rotor.
2. Remove:
Generator rotor "1"
(with the ...
Checking the diode
1. Check:
Diode
Out of specification Replace.
NOTE:
The pocket tester or the analog pocket tester
readings are shown in the following table.
a. Disconnect the diode from the wire harness.
b. Connect the pocket tester ( × 1)
to the diode
terminals as shown.
c. Check the diod ...