check engine YAMAHA XMAX 300 2017 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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7 7. Install the oil filter element cover
by installing the bolts, then tight-
ening them to the specified
torque.TIP
Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
8. Install the engine oil drain bolt andits new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
9. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil.
TIP
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE
ECA24060
Make sure that no forei gn material
enters the crankcase.
10. Install and tighten the oil filler cap and its O-ring.
11. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
12. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.1. Oil filter element
2. O-ring
Tightenin g torque:
Oil filter element cover bolt: 10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lb·ft)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 14 lb·ft)
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:
1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)
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7
EAU20067
Final transmission oil
The final transmission case must be
checked for oil leakage before each
ride. If any leakage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the scooter. In addition, the final transmis-
sion oil must be changed as follows at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Start the engine, warm up the final transmission oil by riding the
scooter for several minutes, and
then stop the engine.
2. Place the scooter on the center- stand.
3. Place an oil pan under the final transmission case to collect the
used oil.
4. Remove the final transmission oil filler cap and its O-ring from the fi-
nal transmission case.
5. Remove the final transmission oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case. 6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no forei gn material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
[EWA11312]
8. Install the final transmission oil fill- er cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
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2
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
Tightenin g torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 14 lb·ft)
Recommen ded final transmission
oil: See page 9-1.
Oil quantity: 0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
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7
EAU20071
Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU78580To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand.
TIP
zThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
z Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
TIP
The coolant should be between the mi-
nimum and maximum level marks.
3. If the coolant is at or below the mi-nimum level mark, remove the left
floorboard mat by pulling it up.
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cov- er.
5. Remove the coolant reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level
mark, and then install the reservoir
cap. WARNING! Remove only
the coolant reservoir cap. Never
attempt to remove the ra diator
cap when the en gine is hot.
[EWA15162] NOTICE: If coolant is not
availa ble, use distille d water or
soft tap water instea d. Do not
use har d water or salt water
since it is harmful to the en gine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possi ble, other-
wise the coolin g system will not
1. Coolant level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
1. Floorboard mat
1. Coolant reservoir cover
1
1
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7
EAU21402
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.
EAU69760
Tires
Tires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
WARNING
EWA10504
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or d eath from loss of
control. z The tire air pressure must be
checked and a djuste d on col d
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the am bient
temperature).
z The tire air pressure must be
a d juste d in accor dance with the
ri din g speed and with the total
wei ght of ri der, passen ger, car-
g o, an d accessories approve d
for this mo del.
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7
EAU60701
Trou bleshootin g
Although Yamaha vehicles receive a
thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems,
for example, can cause poor starting
and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your vehicle re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the vehicle prop-
erly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, do
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, inclu din g pilot lig hts from water
heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
g asoline vapors can i gnite or ex-
plod e, causin g severe injury or prop-
erty damag e.
EAU76550Smart key system trou bleshootin g
Please check the following items when
the smart key system does not work. z Is the smart key turned on? (See
page 3-5.)
z Is the smart key battery dis-
charged? (See page 3-6.) z
Is the smart key battery installed
correctly? (See page 3-6.)
z Is the smart key being used in a lo-
cation with strong radio waves or
other electromagnetic noise? (See
page 3-1.)
z Are you using the smart key that is
registered to the vehicle?
z Is the vehicle battery discharged?
When the vehicle battery is dis-
charged, the smart key system will
not operate. Please have the vehi-
cle battery charged or replaced.
(See page 7-29.)
If the smart key system does not work
after checking the above items, have a
Yamaha dealer check the smart key system.
TIP
See “Emergency mode” on page 7-38
for information on starting the engine
without the smart key.
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7
EAU68020
Trou bleshootin g charts
Startin g pro blems or poor en gine performance
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
Operate the electric
starter.
The engine does not
start.
Check the battery.
Wipe off with a dry
cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or
replace the spark
plug.
Check the battery
lead connections,
and have a Yamaha
dealer charge the
battery if necessary.
2. BatteryThe battery is good.
The engine does not
start.
Check the ignition.
3. IgnitionWet
Dry
There is compression.
There is no
compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not
start.
Check the
compression.Have a Yamaha
dealer check the
vehicle.
Remove the spark
plug and check
the electrodes.
Operate the electric
starter.
Operate the electric
starter.
Check the fuel level
in the fuel tank.
4. Compression
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7 En
gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
zDo not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot.
Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may b e blown out un der pressure, which
coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the eng ine has cooled.
z Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly ro-
tate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any resi dual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stopped , press down on the
cap while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d 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.Add coolant.
(See TIP.)
The coolant level is
OK.
There is no leakage.
There is leakage.
The coolant level is
low.
Check the cooling
system for leakage.
Have a Yamaha
dealer check and
repair the cooling
system.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling
system.
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Scooter care and stora ge
8-4
8
EAU36564
Stora ge
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the
scooter.
NOTICE
ECA10821
z Storin g the scooter in a poorly
ventilate d room or coverin g it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water an d humi dity to
seep in an d cause rust.
z To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles ( because
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g 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
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect 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 damag e or injury
from sparkin g, make sure to
g roun d the spark plu g elec-
tro des while turning the en-
g ine over.
[EWA10952]
4. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/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 char- ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
7-29.
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Consumer information
10-2
10
EAU69910
Diagnostic connector
The diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU74701
Vehicle data record ing
This model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research and de-
velopment purposes. This data will be
uploaded only when a special Yamaha
diagnostic tool is attached to the vehi-
cle, such as when maintenance checks
or service procedures are performed.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
z Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
z Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except: z With the consent of the vehicle
owner
z Where obligated by law
z For use by Yamaha in litigation
z For general Yamaha-conducted
research purposes when the data
is not related to an individual vehi-
cle nor owner
1. Diagnostic connector
1
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Index
A
ABS ...................................................... 4-14
ABS warning light ................................... 4-1
Acceleration and deceleration................ 6-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................ 7-14
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 4-29
Auxiliary lights ...................................... 7-32
B
Battery .................................................. 7-29
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 7-24
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 7-23
Brake lever, front .................................. 4-13
Brake lever, rear ................................... 4-14
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 7-26
Brake/tail light ...................................... 7-33
Braking ................................................... 6-4
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-25
Canister .................................................. 7-9
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converters ............................. 4-20
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 7-27
Coolant ................................................. 7-13
D
Data recording, vehicle ........................ 10-2
Diagnostic connector ........................... 10-2
Dimmer/Pass switch ............................ 4-12
E
Emergency mode ................................. 7-38
Engine break-in ...................................... 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter element .............. 7-9
Engine serial number............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light................... 4-1
F
Final transmission oil ............................ 7-12
Front and rear brake lever free play, checking............................................. 7-22
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-23
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-27
Front turn signal light ........................... 7-33
Fuel....................................................... 4-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 6-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 4-17
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 4-19
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-30
H
Handlebar position, adjusting .............. 4-25
Handlebar switches.............................. 4-12 Hazard switch ....................................... 4-12
Headlights ............................................. 7-32
High beam indicator light........................ 4-1
Horn switch........................................... 4-12
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 4-27
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 4-1
K
Key, handling of smart and mechanical
keys ...................................................... 3-3
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 7-34
M
Main switch............................................. 3-8
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1
Multi-function display ............................. 4-3
O
Operating range of the smart key system .................................................. 3-2
P
Panel, removing and installing ................ 7-7
Parking .................................................... 6-5
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
S
Safe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 4-25
Sidestand .............................................. 4-26
Smart key ................................................ 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............ 4-2
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 7-35
Spark plug, checking .............................. 7-8
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Speedometer .......................................... 4-2
Starting off .............................................. 6-3
Starting the engine.................................. 6-2
Steering, checking ................................ 7-28
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 4-12
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Storage compartments ......................... 4-20
T
Tachometer............................................. 4-3
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