Yeti 160E, Owner'S Manual

YETI 160E  |  OWNER’S MANUAL

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SETUP

TABLE OF CONTENTS  |

TURNING ON/OFF THE SYSTEM

−   Push down power button on the toptube and hold briefly to turn on or off the system.

−   The battery must be charged for system to turn on.

−   Power cannot be turned on while the battery is charging.

−   If the bike has not moved for 10 minutes, the power will shut off automatically.

−   Ensure the bike is stationary prior to powering on the system.

MODE SELECTION

−    The support mode can be selected using the mode switch on the left side of the 

handlebars once the power has been turned on.

−     Toggle between the 4 modes, Off, Eco, Trail and Boost, by pushing the up or down 

buttons on the mode switch. The direction of mode selection can be customized in the 
Shimano E-Tube app.

−    To activate Walk mode, push and hold the button that decreases the support until walk 

mode appears on the display. The bike must be stationary in order to enter walk mode. 
Release and push and hold again to start the walk assist.

−    Walk support will only be active when the button is pushed and held.

−    Further mode switch operation information can be found in the Shimano mode switch 

user manual included with you bike or inline at https://www.shimano-steps.com/

DISPLAY OPERATION

−     See Shimano STEPS user manual provided with your bike or at the Shimano STEPS 

website, https://www.shimano-steps.com/, for operation instructions.

E-TUBE PROJECT

−    System updates and system customization is all available through the Shimano E-Tube 

app.

−   Download the E-Tune app on your phone and enable Bluetooth to connect to your bike.

−    Follow the E-Tube app instructions on the Steps website for connection, updates and 

customization guidance.

−    For more information go to the Shimano E-Tube website, https://bike.shimano.com/

BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

−    To remove the battery, insert a M4 allen wrench into the small hole at the top of the 

battery guard.

WARNING: 

Do not remove the collet bolt or axle that is on the non drive side of the down tube 

near the head tube.

−    Ensure the wrench is secure in the latch bolt head and turn clockwise ¼ turn until the 

battery releases and falls onto the secondary catch.

−    Supporting the battery with your hands, insert your finger between the frame and the 

battery cover and depress the catch to release the battery fully.

−    Lower the top of the battery down and then pull the battery out from the lower mount.

−    To reinstall the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into the lower mount in the frame.

−    Ensure the lower mount is properly seated then press the upper part of the battery into 

the top mount until you hear 2 clicks.

−    Double check that the battery is fully secured, and it is not resting on the secondary catch.

SETUP CONTINUED

INITIAL SETUP SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A CERTIFIED 
MECHANIC PRIOR TO MAKING ADJUSTMENTS OR FIRST USE.