key YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 2002 User Guide

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
The sidestand switch may be defective.The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “#”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The brake switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still off:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?With the engine still running:
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YES NO
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden.
YES NO
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5
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w8Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thorough-
ly understand.
8Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
8For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
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Starting the engineStarting the engine
EC000046
cCSee page 5-4 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the side-
stand must be up.
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w8Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-22.
8Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “#”.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
3
2
1
1. Start switch
2. Front brake lever
3. Rear brake lever
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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ParkingParkingWhen parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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w8Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely
to touch them.
8Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
scooter may overturn.
EC000062
cCNever park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6To reset the oil change indicator
light
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
1
1. Reset button
NOTE:
If the engine oil is changed before the
oil change indicator light comes on
(i.e. before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached), the indi-
cator light must be reset after the oil
change for the next periodic oil
change to be indicated at the correct
time. To reset the oil change indicator
light before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached, follow the
above procedure, but note that the
indicator light will come on for 1.4
seconds after releasing the reset but-
ton, otherwise repeat the procedure.
2. Hold the reset button pushed for
two to five seconds.
3. Release the reset button, and
the oil change indicator light will
go off.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Replacing the fusesFuses, replacingThe fuse boxes are located under the
battery cover. (See page 6-34 for bat-
tery cover removal and installation
procedures.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn
off all electrical circuits.
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5
67
1
32
78
1. Main fuse
2. Backup fuse (clock)
3. Radiator fan fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Headlight fuse
6. Signaling system fuse
7. Spare fuse (×4)
8. Spare main fuse
EC000102
cC8Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
8To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-
voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage
the battery. If you do not have
access to a sealed-type (MF)
battery charger, have a
Yamaha dealer charge your
battery.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and
then install a new fuse of the
specified amperage.
EC000103
cCDo not use a fuse of a higher
amperage rating than recommend-
ed to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical system
and possibly a fire.3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates. Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Backup fuse (clock): 10 A
Radiator fan fuse: 4 A
Ignition fuse: 7.5 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Signaling system fuse: 15 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Identification numbers .......................................................................9-1
Key identification number ..................................................................9-1
Vehicle identification number .............................................................9-1
Model label ........................................................................................9-2
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbersIdentification numbersRecord the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the
vehicle is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Vehicle identification numberVehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number is
stamped into the frame.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your scooter and may
be used to register your scooter with
the licensing authority in your area.
1
1. Vehicle identification number
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Key identification numberKey identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped into the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
ordering a new key.
1
1. Key identification number
1
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INDEX
F
Final transmission oil ............................6-18
Front and rear brake lever free play,
adjusting ............................................6-27
Front fork, checking ..............................6-32
Fuel ......................................................3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................3-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................6-36
H
Handlebar switches ..............................3-10
Dimmer switch ...................................3-10
Engine stop switch .............................3-12
Headlight variations ...........................3-11
Horn switch ........................................3-10
Pass switch ........................................3-10
Start switch ........................................3-12
Turn signal switch ..............................3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................6-37
I
Identification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................3-21
Indicator lights ........................................3-2
High beam indicator light .....................3-2
Oil change indicator light .....................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ...................3-2
K
Key identification number .......................9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........6-41
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................3-1
Model label .............................................9-2
P
Parking ...................................................5-5
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .....................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ..........................4-1
R
Rider seat .............................................3-16
Rider seat, adjusting .............................3-17
S
Safe-riding points ...................................1-2
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................3-19
Sidestand .............................................3-20
Spark plug, checking ............................6-12
Specifications .........................................8-1
Speedometer ..........................................3-3
Starting off ..............................................5-2
Starting the engine .................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-33
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartments .........................3-17
A
Acceleration and deceleration ................5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements, cleaning .............................6-21
Air flow louver .......................................6-23
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......................3-9
B
Battery ..................................................6-34
Battery cover removal ..........................6-34
Brake fluid level, checking ....................6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................6-30
Brake lever, front ..................................3-12
Brake lever, rear ...................................3-13
Brake levers, lubricating .......................6-31
Braking ...................................................5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ..........6-30
Care ........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ................................3-15
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ...................................6-31
Conversion table ....................................8-5
Coolant .................................................6-19
Coolant temperature gauge ....................3-5
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ...............................................6-6
E
Engine break-in ......................................5-4
Engine oil ..............................................6-14
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