battery YAMAHA TMAX 2003 User Guide

6-37
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
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Troubleshooting chartsTroubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performanceEW000125
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Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.
1. FuelThere 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. CompressionThere is compression.
There is no compression.Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.
3. IgnitionWipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
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. BatteryThe engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.The battery is good.
Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
Dry
WetOpen the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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7-5
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
75. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/centerstand.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground.
Alternatively, turn the wheels a
little every month in order to pre-
vent the tires from becoming
degraded in one spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.8. 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 excessively cold or warm
place (less than 0 °C or more
than 30 °C). For more informa-
tion on storing the battery, see
page 6-33.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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8-3
SPECIFICATIONS
8
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 M/C ×MT3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 M/C ×MT4.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Left hand
Fluid DOT 4Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm
Spring/shock absorbers
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 120 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical
Ignition system Transistorized coil ignition
(digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 310W @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 Ah
Headlight bulb typeHalogen
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ×1
12 V, 55 W ×1
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INDEX
F
Front and rear brake levers ..................6-25
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....6-26
Front fork, checking ..............................6-30
Fuel ......................................................3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......5-3
Fuel gauge .............................................3-4
Fuel tank cap ..........................................3-9
Fuses, replacing ...................................6-34
H
Handlebar switches ................................3-6
Dimmer switch .....................................3-6
Engine stop switch ...............................3-7
Hazard switch ......................................3-7
Horn switch ..........................................3-7
Pass switch ..........................................3-6
Start switch ..........................................3-7
Turn signal switch ................................3-7
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................6-35
Headlight variations ................................3-8
Helmet holder .......................................3-13
I
Identification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................3-15
Indicator lights ........................................3-2
High beam indicator light .....................3-3
Oil change indicator light .....................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ...................3-3
V-belt replacement indicator light ........3-3K
Key identification number .......................9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................3-1
Model label .............................................9-2
P
Parking ...................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .....................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ..........................4-1
R
Rider backrest, adjusting ......................3-12
S
Safe-riding points ...................................1-2
Seat ......................................................3-11
Self-diagnosis device .............................3-6
Sidestand .............................................3-14
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-9
Specifications .........................................8-1
Speedometer unit ...................................3-4
Starting off ..............................................5-2
Starting the engine .................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-31
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartments .........................3-14A
Acceleration and deceleration ................5-2
Air filter element, cleaning ....................6-19
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......................3-6
B
Battery ..................................................6-32
Brake fluid level, checking ....................6-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................6-28
Brake lever, front ....................................3-9
Brake lever, rear .....................................3-9
Brake levers, lubricating .......................6-29
Braking ...................................................5-3
C
Carburetors, adjusting ..........................6-21
Care ........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and
lubricating ..........................................6-29
Chain drive oil .......................................6-15
Clock ......................................................3-5
Conversion table ....................................8-5
Coolant ..................................................6-17
Coolant temperature gauge ....................3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ...............................................6-6
E
Engine break-in ......................................5-4
Engine idling speed ..............................6-21
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...........6-12
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