fuel YAMAHA TMAX 2003 Owners Manual

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DESCRIPTION
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1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
2. Rear storage compartment (page 3-14)
3. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
4. Grab bar (page 5-2)
5. Chain drive oil filler cap (page 6-15)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)7. V-belt air filter element (left)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-13)
9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-12)
10. Oil filter cartridge (page 6-13)
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Part locations
Left view
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Rear brake lever (page 3-9)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Clock (page 3-5)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-4)
5. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-5)6. Fuel gauge (page 3-4)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-7)
8. Front brake lever (page 3-9)
9. Throttle grip (page 6-22, 6-29)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
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Controls and instruments
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................................................3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................................................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................................................3-4
Fuel gauge .........................................................................................3-4
Coolant temperature gauge ...............................................................3-5
Clock ..................................................................................................3-5
Self-diagnosis device .........................................................................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................................................................3-6
Handlebar switches ...........................................................................3-6
Front brake lever ...............................................................................3-9
Rear brake lever ................................................................................3-9
Fuel tank cap .....................................................................................3-9
Fuel ..................................................................................................3-10
Seat .................................................................................................3-11
Adjusting the rider backrest .............................................................3-12
Shock absorber ...............................................................................3-13
Helmet holder ..................................................................................3-13
Storage compartments ....................................................................3-14
Sidestand .........................................................................................3-14
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...........................................................3-15
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Speedometer unitSpeedometer unit
The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer
and a tripmeter. The speedometer
shows riding speed. The odometer
shows the total distance traveled.
The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero.
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1. Speedometer
2. Odometer/tripmeter
3.“Trip” button
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Fuel gaugeFuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount
of fuel in the fuel tank. The needle
moves towards “E” (Empty) as the
fuel level decreases. When the nee-
dle reaches the red line, refuel as
soon as possible.
NOTE:
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty
itself completely.
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1. Fuel gauge
2. Red line
Pushing the “Trip” button switches
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter mode
“TRIP”. To reset the tripmeter, enter
the “TRIP” mode, and then hold down
the “Trip” button for at least one sec-
ond. The tripmeter can be used
together with the fuel gauge to esti-
mate the distance that can be trav-
eled with a full tank of fuel. This infor-
mation will enable you to plan future
fuel stops.
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Front brake leverBrake lever, front
The front brake lever is located on
the right handlebar grip. To apply the
front brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Front brake lever
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Rear brake leverBrake lever, rear
The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the han-
dlebar grip.
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1. Rear brake lever
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Fuel tank capFuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the lid by pulling the lever
up.
2. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap
can be removed.
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1. Lid
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To install the fuel tank cap
1. Align the match marks, insert the
fuel tank cap into the tank open-
ing, and then push down on the
cap.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
3. Close the lid.
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed and locked in
place before riding the scooter.
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1. Match marks
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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FuelFuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
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Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause
severe damage to internal engine
parts, such as the valves and pis-
ton rings, as well as to the exhaust
system.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane num-
ber of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
nance costs.
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Seat
Seat
To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main
switch, and then turn it counter-
clockwise.
NOTE:
Do not push inward when turning the
key.
3. Fold the seat up.
IGNITIONP
LOCK
ON
OFF
OPEN
PUSH
PUSH
a
a. Open.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
14 L
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check list
Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel•Check fuel level in fuel tank.
•Refuel if necessary.
•Check fuel line for leakage.3-4,3-9–3-11
Engine oil•Check oil level in engine.
•If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
•Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-12–6-15
Coolant•Check coolant level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
•Check cooling system for leakage.6-17–6-18
Front brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-9, 6-25–6-28
Rear brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-9, 6-25–6-28
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
Starting the engine ............................................................................5-1
Starting off .........................................................................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ...........................................................5-2
Braking ..............................................................................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ....................................................5-3
Engine break-in .................................................................................5-4
Parking ..............................................................................................5-4
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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BrakingBraking
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually
increasing the pressure.
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Avoid braking hard or sudden-
ly (especially when leaning
over to one side), otherwise
the scooter may skid or over-
turn.
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Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore,
slow down when approaching
such areas and cross them
with caution.
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Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more diffi-
cult.
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Ride slowly down a hill, as
braking downhill can be very
difficult.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
8Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
8Avoid high engine speeds with
no load on the engine.
8Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at
traffic lights or at railroad cross-
ings).
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