check engine light YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 2003 User Guide

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is
1/4–1/2 turn past finger tight.
However, the spark plug should be
tightened to the specified torque as
soon as possible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.
5. Install the cowling.To check the engine oil level
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
oil level. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
EAU04611
Engine oilEngine oilThe engine oil level should be
checked before each ride. In addition,
the oil must be changed at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart and when
the oil change indicator light comes
on. Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf)
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6 4. Check the washer for damage
and replace it if necessary.
5. Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten
the drain bolt to the specified
torque.
NOTE:
Make sure that the washer is properly
seated.
12
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Washer
7. 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.
8. Reset the oil change indicator
light according to the following
procedure. 6. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
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8
8
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of
a higher quality than specified.
In addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERV-
ING
II” or higher.
8 8
Be sure no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m0kgf)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
1.2 L
Total amount (dry engine):
1.4 L
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67. Check the final transmission
case for oil leakage. If oil is leak-
ing, check for the cause.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1
2
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
EAU04591
CoolantCoolantThe coolant reservoir is located
under the battery cover. (See page
6-34 for battery cover removal and
installation procedures.)
To check the coolant level
1. Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright
position.
NOTE:
8The coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
8Make sure that the scooter is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
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INDEX
D
Display, multi-function ............................3-5
E
Engine break-in ......................................5-4
Engine oil ..............................................6-14
F
Final transmission oil ............................6-18
Front and rear brake lever free play,
adjusting ...........................................6-27
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....6-28
Front fork, checking ..............................6-32
Fuel ......................................................3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................3-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................3-15
Fuses, replacing ...................................6-36
H
Handlebar switches ..............................3-10
Dimmer switch ..................................3-10
Engine stop switch ............................3-11
Horn switch .......................................3-10
Pass switch .......................................3-10
Start switch .......................................3-11
Turn signal switch .............................3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................6-37I
Identification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................3-22
Indicator and warning lights ....................3-2
ABS warning light ................................3-2
High beam indicator light .....................3-3
Oil change indicator light .....................3-3
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 .............................................3-18
Rider seat, adjusting .............................3-18A
ABS ......................................................3-13
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) .....................3-10
B
Battery ..................................................6-34
Battery cover removal ..........................6-34
Brake fluid level, checking ....................6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................6-30
Brake lever, front ..................................3-11
Brake lever, rear ...................................3-12
Brake levers, lubricating .......................6-31
Braking ...................................................5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ..........6-30
Care ........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ................................3-17
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
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S
Safe-riding points ...................................1-2
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................3-21
Sidestand .............................................3-22
Spark plug, checking ............................6-12
Specifications .........................................8-1
Speedometer ..........................................3-4
Starting off ..............................................5-2
Starting the engine .................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-33
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartments .........................3-19
T
Tachometer ............................................3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ..............6-40
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ........6-23
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..........................................6-31
Tires .....................................................6-24
Tool kit ....................................................6-1
Troubleshooting ....................................6-42
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-43
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................6-39
Turn signal light bulb (rear),
replacing ............................................6-40
V
Valve clearance, adjusting ...................6-23
Vehicle identification number .................9-1W
Wheel bearings, checking ....................6-33
Wheels .................................................6-26
INDEX
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