light YAMAHA TMAX 2009 User Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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The ABS performs a self-diagno-
sis test for a few seconds each
time the vehicle first starts off after
the main switch was turned on.
During this test, a “clicking” noise
can be heard from the front of the
vehicle, and if either brake lever is
even slightly applied, a vibration
can be felt at the lever, but these
do not indicate a malfunction.

When the ABS is activated, the
brakes are operated in the usual
way. A pulsating action may be felt
at the brake levers, but this does
not indicate a malfunction.

This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience the
pulsating at the brake levers when
the ABS is operating. However,
special tools are required, so
please consult your Yamaha deal-
er when performing this test.
NOTICE

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Keep any type of magnets (including
magnetic pick-up tools, magneticscrewdrivers, etc.) away from the
front and rear wheel hubs, otherwise
the magnetic rotors equipped in the
wheel hubs may be damaged, result-
ing in improper performance of the
ABS system.
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Fuel 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 re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can
be removed.
1. Front wheel hub
1. Rear wheel hub
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1. Opening lever
2. Lid
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1. Align the match marks, insert the
fuel tank cap into the tank opening,
and then push down on the cap.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then re-move it.
3. Close the lid.
WARNING

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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed and locked in
place before riding the scooter.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
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Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING

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Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.
1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop
filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank.
1. Fuel tank cap
1. Match marks
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To close the front storage compart-
ments, push the lid into the original po-
sition.
Rear storage compartment
A helmet can be stored in the rear stor-
age compartment under the seat. (See
page 3-18.) To store a helmet in the
rear storage compartment, place the
helmet upside down with the front fac-
ing the left side.
NOTICE:
Keep the
following points in mind when using
the storage compartment. Since the
storage compartment accumulates
heat when exposed to the sun, do
not store anything susceptible to
heat inside it. To avoid humidity
from spreading through the storage
compartment, wrap wet articles in a
plastic bag before storing them in
the compartment. Since the storagecompartment may get wet while the
scooter is being washed, wrap any
articles stored in the compartment
in a plastic bag. Do not keep any-
thing valuable or breakable in the
storage compartment. Do not leave
the seat open for an extended period
of time, otherwise the light may
cause the battery to discharge.

[ECA16081]
NOTICE:
The shaded area is not a
storage compartment. To prevent
damaging the seat hinges, do not
place any items in this area.
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Some helmets cannot be stored in
the rear storage compartment be-
1. Storage compartment opening lever
2. Front storage compartment B
1. Storage compartment lid
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1. Storage compartment lid
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1. Rear storage compartment
2. Shaded area
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
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The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system.)
WARNING

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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as described
below and have a Yamaha dealer re-pair it if it does not function proper-
ly.
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Ignition circuit cut-off system
The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch and brake
light switches) has the following func-
tions.

It prevents starting when the side-
stand is up, but neither brake is ap-
plied.

It prevents starting when either
brake is applied, but the sidestand
is still down.

It cuts the running engine when the
sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Rear brake

Check operation.

If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.

Check brake pads for wear.

Replace if necessary.

Check fluid level in reservoir.

If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.

Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-21, 6-22, 6-23
Throttle grip

Make sure that operation is smooth.

Check cable free play.

If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.6-18, 6-24
Wheels and tires

Check for damage.

Check tire condition and tread depth.

Check air pressure.

Correct if necessary.6-19, 6-20
Brake levers

Make sure that operation is smooth.

Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-25
Centerstand, sidestand

Make sure that operation is smooth.

Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-25
Chassis fasteners

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.

Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches

Check operation.

Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switch

Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.

If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-23
ITEM CHECKS PAGE

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING

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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
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This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engine
NOTICE

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See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-
hicle for the first time.
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the side-
stand must be up.
See page 3-23 for more information.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
The following warning lights, indi-
cator light and indicators should
come on for a few seconds, then
go off.

Engine trouble warning light

ABS warning light (for ABS mod-
els)

Immobilizer system indicator light

V-belt replacement indicator

Oil change indicator
NOTICE

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If a warning light, indicator light or
indicator does not go off, see pages

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light or indicator circuit check.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the front
or rear brake.
NOTICE:
For maxi-
mum engine life, never acceler-
ate hard when the engine is
cold!

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If the engine does not start, re-
lease the start switch, wait a few
seconds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as short
as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one at-
tempt.
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Starting off
1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand, push
the scooter off the centerstand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad-
just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signals on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip (on
the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signals off.
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Acceleration and deceleration
The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase the
speed, turn the throttle grip in direction
(a). To reduce the speed, turn the throt-
tle grip in direction (b).
1. Grab bar1
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Braking
WARNING

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Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the scooter
may skid or overturn.

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 cau-
tion.

Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.

Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
Front
Rear
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:

Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.

Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.

Turn 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 crossings).

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Engine oil

Change. (See pages 3-8 and
6-11.)
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When the oil change indicator flashes

Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.Every 5000 km (3000 mi)
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Engine oil filter car-
tridge

Replace.
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Cooling system

Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.
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Change. Every 3 years
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Chain drive oil

Check vehicle for oil leakage.

Change.
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V-belt

Replace. When the V-belt replacement indicator flashes [every 20000 km (12000 mi)]
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Front and rear brake
switches

Check operation.
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Moving parts and
cables

Lubricate.
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Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable

Check operation and free play.

Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.

Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.
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Lights, signals and
switches

Check operation.

Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)

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Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im-
properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
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If a torque wrench is not available wheninstalling 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 speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/CR7E
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
12.5 Nm (1.25 m·kgf, 9 ft·lbf)