fuel YAMAHA TMAX 2008 Owner's Manual
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WARNING
EWA10940
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
CAUTION:
ECA10800
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
EAU36550
Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
CAUTION:
ECA10820
Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
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fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps
and the spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bores.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto
the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs 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 walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.
4. Lubricate all control cables and thepivoting 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 6-28.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
EAU2633N
Dimensions:
Overall length:
2195 mm (86.4 in)
Overall width:
775 mm (30.5 in)
Overall height:
1445 mm (56.9 in)
Seat height:
800 mm (31.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1580 mm (62.2 in)
Ground clearance:
125 mm (4.92 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2800 mm (110.2 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
225.0 kg (496 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder
Displacement:
499.0 cm
3
Bore
×
stroke:
66.0
×
73.0 mm (2.60
×
2.87 in)
Compression ratio:
11.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starterLubrication system:
Dry sump
Engine oil:
Type:
SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.90 L (3.07 US qt) (2.55 Imp.qt)
Chain drive oil:
Type:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
0.70 L (0.74 US qt) (0.62 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.48 L (1.56 US qt) (1.30 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
15.0 L (3.96 US gal) (3.30 Imp.gal)Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type/quantity:
ACW31-10/1
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear/helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
52/32
×
36/22 (2.659)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
41/25
×
40/29 (2.262)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis:
Frame type:
Diamond
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Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W
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1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
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Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED x 2
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 ARadiator fan fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
5.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
20.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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INDEX
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ABS (for ABS models) .............................3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-3
Air filter element, replacing ......................6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-33
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Battery .....................................................6-28
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-23
Brake lever, front .....................................3-12
Brake lever, rear ......................................3-13
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-25
Braking ......................................................5-3
C
Care ...........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ...................................3-17
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-26
Chain drive oil ..........................................6-14
Coolant ....................................................6-15
Coolant temperature gauge .......................3-6
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Dimmer switch .........................................3-11
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Engine break-in .........................................5-4
Engine idling speed .................................6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..............6-11
Engine stop switch...................................3-12
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
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Front and rear brake lever free play ........6-21
Front and rear brake pads, checking .......6-22Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26
Fuel ......................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-4
Fuel gauge ................................................ 3-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-15
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-29
H
Handlebar switches ................................. 3-11
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-31
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-18
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch.............................................. 3-12
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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
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Key identification number .......................... 9-1
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License plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-33
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Main switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function display ................................. 3-6
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Panels, removing and installing................. 6-7
Parking ...................................................... 5-5
Part locations............................................. 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-11Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-3
Pre-operation check list............................. 4-2
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Rear brake lock lever .............................. 3-14
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .... 6-22
Rear view mirrors .................................... 3-21
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Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-4
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-17
Shock absorber ....................................... 3-21
Sidestand ................................................ 3-21
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-10
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer............................................. 3-5
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-12
Steering, checking................................... 6-27
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-19
T
Tail/brake light ......................................... 6-32
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Tires ........................................................ 6-19
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-35
Turn signal indicator lights ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing .... 6-32
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-11