check engine YAMAHA TRICITY 300 2020 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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8 11. 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.
12. Turn the engine off, wait a few mi- nutes for the oil level to settle for
an accurate reading, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
EAU85450
Why Yamalu beYAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA
Part born of the engineers’ passion
and belief that engine oil is an impor-
tant liquid engine component. We form
teams of specialists in the fields of me-
chanical engineering, chemistry, elec-
tronics and track testing, and have
them develop the engine together with
the oil it will use. Yamalube oils take full
advantage of the base oil’s qualities
and blend in the ideal balance of addi-
tives to make sure the final oil clears
our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and synthetic oils have their own distinct
characters and value. Yamaha’s expe-
rience gained over many years of re-
search and development into oil since
the 1960’s helps make Yamalube the
best choice for your Yamaha engine.
EAU60660
Final transmission oilThe final transmission case must be
checked for oil leakage before each
ride. If any leakage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the vehicle. In addition, the final transmis-
sion oil must be changed as follows at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Start the engine, warm up the final transmission oil by riding the vehi-
cle for several minutes, and then
stop the engine.
2. Place the vehicle on the center- stand.
3. Place an oil pan under the final transmission case to collect the
used oil.
4. Remove the final transmission oil filler cap and its O-ring from the fi-
nal transmission case.
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8
5. Remove the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case. 6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no forei gn material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
[EWA11312]
8. Install the final transmission oil fill- er cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
EAUS1203
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the coolant must
be changed at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart.TIPIf genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail-
able, use an ethylene glycol antifreeze
containing corrosion inhibitors for alu-
minum engines and mix with distilled
water at a 1:1 ratio.
EAU88960
To check the coolant level
Since the coolant level varies with en-
gine temperature, check when the en-
gine is cold.1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Hold the vehicle upright, or place it on the centerstand.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
1
21
2
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
Recommen ded final transmission
oil: See page 10-1.
Oil quantity: 0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
Recommen ded coolant:
YAMALUBE coolant
Coolant quantity: Coolant reservoir (max level mark): 0.18 L (0.19 US qt, 0.16 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt)
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8
14. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
EAU21386
Checkin g the throttle grip free
playMeasure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
EAU21403
Valve clearanceThe valves are an important engine
component, and since valve clearance
changes with use, they must be
checked and adjusted at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart. Unadjusted valves can result in
improper air-fuel mixture, engine
noise, and eventually engine damage.
To prevent this from occurring, have
your Yamaha dealer check and adjust
the valve clearance at regular intervals.TIPThis service must be performed when
the engine is cold.
1. Throttle grip free play
Throttle grip free play:
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
1
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8
heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
g
asoline vapors can i gnite or ex-
plo de, causin g severe injury or prop-
erty damag e.
EAU76551
Smart key system trou bleshootin g
Please check the following items when
the smart key system does not work.  Is the smart key turned on? (See
page 3-4.)
 Is the smart key battery dis-
charged? (See page 3-6.)
 Is the smart key battery installed
correctly? (See page 3-6.)
 Is the smart key being used in a lo-
cation with strong radio waves or
other electromagnetic noise? (See
page 3-1.)
 Are you using the smart key that is
registered to the vehicle?
 Is the vehicle battery discharged?
When the vehicle battery is dis-
charged, the smart key system will
not operate. Please have the vehi-
cle battery charged or replaced.
(See page 8-32.) If the smart key system does not work
after checking the above items, have a
Yamaha dealer check the smart key
system.
TIPSee Emergency mode on page 8-40
for information on starting the engine
without the smart key.
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8
EAU86350
Trou bleshootin g chart
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Try starting the engine.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug(s). Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.
DryWet
Try starting the engine.
Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
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8
EAU86420
En gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press down on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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Vehicle care and stora ge
9-4
9
1. Make all necessary repairs and
perform any outstanding mainte-
nance.
2. Follow all instructions in the Care section of this chapter.
3. Fill up the fuel tank, adding fuel stabilizer according to product in-
structions. Run the engine for 5
minutes to distribute treated fuel
through the fuel system.
4. For vehicles equipped with a fuel cock: Turn the fuel cock lever to
the off position.
5. For vehicles with a carburetor: To prevent fuel deposits from build-
ing up, drain the fuel in the carbu-
retor float chamber into a clean
container. Retighten the drain bolt
and pour the fuel back into the fuel
tank.
6. Use a quality engine fogging oil according to product instructions
to protect internal engine compo-
nents from corrosion. If engine
fogging oil is not available, per-
form the following steps for each
cylinder:a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug. b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
7. Lubricate all control cables, piv- ots, levers and pedals, as well as
the sidestand and centerstand (if
equipped).
8. Check and correct the tire air pressure, and then lift the vehicle
so that all wheels are off the
ground. Otherwise, turn the wheels a little once a month in or-
der to prevent the tires from be-
coming degraded in one spot.
9. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
10. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it, or attach a maintenance
charger to keep the battery opti-
mally charged. NOTICE: Confirm
that the battery an d its char ger
are compati ble. Do not char ge a
VRLA battery with a convention-
al char ger.
[ECA26330]
TIP If the battery will be removed,
charge it once a month and store
it in a temperate location between
0-30 °C (32-90 °F).
 See page 8-32 for more informa-
tion on charging and storing the
battery.
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Consumer information
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11
The model label is affixed to the inside
of the storage compartment. (See
page 5-18.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This
information will be needed when order-
ing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
EAU69910
Dia
gnostic connectorThe diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU85300
Vehicle data recor din gThis model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research, statisti-
cal analysis and development purpos-
es.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
 Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
 Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
This data will be uploaded only when a
special Yamaha diagnostic tool is at-
tached to the vehicle, such as when
maintenance checks or service proce-
dures are performed.
Vehicle data uploaded will be handled
appropriately according to the follow-
ing Privacy Policy.
Privacy Policy
1. Diagnostic connector
1 1
https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/
privacy/privacy-policy.aspx
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Index
AABS....................................................... 5-12
ABS warning light ................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 7-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 8-17
Air temperature display .......................... 5-8
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 5-20BBattery .................................................. 8-32
Brake fluid, changing............................ 8-27
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 8-26
Brake lever, front .................................. 5-10
Brake lever, rear ................................... 5-11
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 8-28
Brake pedal .......................................... 5-10
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating........................................... 8-29
Braking ................................................... 7-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 8-28
Canister ................................................ 8-11
Care ........................................................ 9-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 5-18
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 8-29
Clock ...................................................... 5-4
Coolant ................................................. 8-15
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 5-1DData recording, vehicle......................... 11-2
Diagnostic connector ........................... 11-2
Dimmer/Pass switch............................... 5-9
Display units, switching .......................... 5-3
EEmergency mode ................................. 8-40
Engine break-in ...................................... 7-1
Engine oil and oil filter element ............ 8-12
Engine overheating .............................. 8-39
Engine serial number ........................... 11-1
Engine trouble warning light .................. 5-1FFinal transmission oil............................ 8-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 8-25
Front brake lever free play, checking ... 8-24
Front fork, checking ............................. 8-30
Fuel ...................................................... 5-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 7-4
Fuel meter .............................................. 5-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 5-15
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 5-18
Fuses, replacing ................................... 8-33HHandlebar switches ............................... 5-8
Hazard switch ........................................ 5-9
High beam indicator light ....................... 5-1
Horn switch ............................................ 5-9IIdentification numbers ......................... 11-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 5-22
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 5-1KKey, handling of smart and mechanical keys...................................................... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 8-36MMain switch ............................................ 3-7 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 8-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 8-3
Matte color, caution................................ 9-1
Model label ........................................... 11-1
Multi-function display ............................. 5-5
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 5-3
OOperating range of the smart key system .................................................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ................ 8-9
Parking.................................................... 7-4
Parking brake, checking ....................... 8-25
Parking brake indicator light ................... 5-1
Parking brake lever ............................... 5-12
Part locations.......................................... 2-1RRear brake lever free play, checking .... 8-24SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
SEL/RES switch ...................................... 5-9
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 5-20
Sidestand.............................................. 5-21
Smart key................................................ 3-4
Smart key battery, replacing................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............ 5-2
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 8-37
Spark plug, checking ............................ 8-10
Specifications ....................................... 10-1
Speedometer .......................................... 5-3
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Index
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Standing assist ....................................... 4-1
Standing assist indicator light ................ 5-2
Standing assist switch ............................ 5-9
Standing assist warning light .................. 5-2
Starting off .............................................. 7-3
Starting the engine.................................. 7-2
Steering bearings, lubricating ............... 8-31
Steering, checking ................................ 8-31
Stop/Run/Start switch ............................ 5-9
Storage ................................................... 9-3
Storage compartment ........................... 5-18TTachometer ............................................. 5-4
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 8-28
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 8-21
Tires ...................................................... 8-22
Tool kit .................................................... 8-2
Traction control system ........................ 5-13
Traction control system display .............. 5-7
Traction control system indicator light ... 5-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 8-36
Troubleshooting chart........................... 8-38
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 5-1
Turn signal light bulb, replacing............ 8-35
Turn signal switch ................................... 5-9VValve clearance..................................... 8-21
V-belt, checking .................................... 8-27
Vehicle identification number ............... 11-1
Vehicle lights ......................................... 8-35WWheel bearings, checking..................... 8-31
Wheels .................................................. 8-23
YYamalube ............................................. 8-14
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