Section 12 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subsection 04 (INSTRUMENTS AND ACCESSORIES)
– TheO.T.A.S.shouldcomeonfor1/2secondand
increase engine RPM within 2900 to 3900.
– If steering is kept in this position, the O.T.A.S.
will come on again every 2 seconds.
– Turn handlebar to other side quickly (within 1/2
second).
– The O.T.A.S. should still be active and come on
every 2 seconds.
If the RPM is not within the specified range,
perform the O.T.A.S. THROTTLE CABLE AD-
JUSTMENT as described below.
If the RPM does not change, perform the STEER-
INGPOSITIONSWITCHtests. Seebelow.
Solenoid Test
Unplug connector close to solenoid.
F22H0BA
2
1
1. OTAS solenoid beside VCM
2. Solenoid connector
Connect temporary jumper wires to the solenoid
connector using wires long enough to go outside
bilge.
Apply 12V to the jumper wires. Solenoid should
pull on the throttle cable and hold it. Also try to
push on solenoid rod to make sure it is fully col-
lapsed.
F22H0AA
1
1. Pushing on solenoid rod
If solenoid fails any test, replace solenoid.
WARNING
Whenever solenoid is replaced, ensure to per-
form throttle cable adjustment at the sole-
noid.
If solenoid tests good, proceed with the sensor
test.
Steering Position Switch Test
F22H0CA
1 2
2
1. Steering position switch
2. Magnet
Remove steering pole cover. Refer to BODY sec-
tion.
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