check engine YAMAHA MAJESTY 400 2011 Owner's Manual

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TIP

The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
5. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, open the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then close the coolant reservoir
cap.
WARNING! Remove only
the coolant reservoir cap. Never
attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA15161]

NOTICE:
If coolant is
not available, use distilled water
or soft tap water instead. Do not
use hard water or salt water
since it is harmful to the engine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion. If water has been
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant willbe reduced.
[ECA10472]

6. Install the coolant reservoir cover
by installing the screw.
7. Place the right floorboard mat in
the original position.
EAU34206
Air filter elements and check
hoses and V-belt case air filter
element
The air filter elements and the V-belt
case air filter element should be ser-
viced at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Service all air filter elements
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
Replacing the air filter elements
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
TIP

Continue as follows for each air filter el-
ement.
2. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the rubber caps and
screws.
1. Minimum level mark
2. Maximum level mark
3. Coolant reservoir cap
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.32 L (0.34 US qt, 0.28 Imp.qt)
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Right
3. Pull the air filter element out.
Left
Right
4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
5. Install the air filter case cover by in-stalling the screws.
NOTICE:
Make sure that each filter ele-
ment is properly seated in its
case. Always replace both air fil-
ter elements at the same time,
otherwise poor engine perfor-
mance or damage to the engine
may result. The engine should
never be operated without the
filter elements installed, other-
wise the piston(s) and/or cylin-
der(s) may become excessively
worn.

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6. Install the rubber cap.
To clean the air filter check hoses
1. Check the hose at the bottom of
both air filter cases for accumulat-
ed dirt or water.
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
3. Rubber cap
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
3. Rubber cap
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1. Air filter element
1. Air filter element
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necessary.
8. Install the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment by installing the screws.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the
V-belt filter element is properly
seated in its case.

[ECA12941]

9. Install the V-belt air filter case cov-
er by installing the screws.
10. Install the left air filter case cover.
11. Install the panel.
12. Install the cowling.
EAU21384
Checking the throttle grip free
play
The throttle grip free play should mea-
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi-
cally check the throttle grip free play
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
EAU21401
Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Throttle grip free play1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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cantly lower the boiling point of the
fluid and may result in vapor lock,
and dirt may clog the ABS hydrau-
lic unit valves.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.

As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU22731
Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses re-
placed at the intervals listed below or
whenever they are damaged or leak-
ing.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.

Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
EAU23095
Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
housing of cables may result in in-
ternal rusting and cause interfer-
ence with cable movement. Replace
damaged cables as soon as possi-
ble to prevent unsafe condi-
tions.
[EWA10711]

Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
engine oil
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Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
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9Engine overheating
WARNING

EWAT1040

Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.

Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap
while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIP

If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
WARNING! To
prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-gine over.

[EWA10951]

4. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place
[less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more in-
formation on storing the battery,
see page 6-30.
TIP

Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................. 3-13
ABS warning light (for ABS models) .......... 3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ................... 5-2
Air filter elements and check hoses
and V-belt case air filter element ........... 6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb.................................... 6-35
B
Battery ..................................................... 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................... 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking ....................... 6-25
Brake lever, front ..................................... 3-11
Brake lever, rear ...................................... 3-12
Brake levers, lubricating .......................... 6-27
Braking ...................................................... 5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............. 6-26
Care ........................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................. 3-16
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ....................................... 6-28
Coolant .................................................... 6-16
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing .................................................. 6-7
D
Dimmer switch ......................................... 3-10
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element................ 6-12
Engine stop switch................................... 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-3
F
Final transmission oil ............................... 6-15Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking ................................................ 6-23
Front and rear brake pads, checking....... 6-24
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-28
Front turn signal light ............................... 6-34
Fuel ......................................................... 3-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-3
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-14
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-31
H
Handlebar switches ................................. 3-10
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-33
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch.............................................. 3-10
I
Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-22
Immobilizer system.................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 3-4
Indicator and warning lights....................... 3-3
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-35
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ....... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ..... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display ................................. 3-5
P
Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations............................................. 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-10
R
Rear brake lock lever .............................. 3-12
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .... 6-24
Rider seat, adjusting ............................... 3-18
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-5
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seats ....................................................... 3-17
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................... 3-21
Sidestand ................................................ 3-21
Spark plug, checking............................... 6-10
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer ............................................ 3-5
Starting off................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking .................................. 6-29
Storage ..................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments............................ 3-19
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Tachometer ............................................... 3-5
Tail/brake light......................................... 6-33
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking .............. 6-20
Tires ........................................................ 6-21
Tool kit ...................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ........................... 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (rear), replacing .... 6-34
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-10
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