engine YAMAHA VERSITY 300 2004 Owners Manual

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DESCRIPTION
Right view
7. Grab bar (Page 5-2)
8. Fuel tank cap (Page 3-10)
9. Battery (Page 6-29)
10. Coolant reservoir cap (Page 6-17)
11. Front brake pads (page 6-24)12. Main fuse box (page 6-30)
13. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
14. Centerstand (page 6-27)
15. Rear brake pads (page 6-24)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
PUSH
OPEN
ZAUM0253
WARNING
3-1
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and
is used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU00038
OFF ""
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU00040
LOCK ""
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2. Push the key in from the "
" (off)
position, and then turn it to "
"
(lock) while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
(off) while still pushing it.
EW000016
Never turn the key to "" or ""
while the scooter is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the scooter is stopped
before turning the key to "
" or
"".
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ON ""
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE :
The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays
on until the key is turned to "
" or the
sidestand is moved down.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EAUM0098
Fuel 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 remaining fuel in
the tank reaches approximately 1.9 L, the
fuel level warning light will come on and
the multi-function display will
automatically change to the "Trip/Fuel"
mode. (See page 3-4 — 3-5 for details.).
If this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
NOTE :
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty itself
completely.
EAUM0099*
Battery voltage/coolant
temperature gauge
When the key is turned to "", this
gauge indicates the battery voltage
level before the engine was stopped.
NOTE :
If the needle drops to the "9V" mark,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
battery.When the key is turned to "
", this
gauge indicates the coolant
temperature. If the needle reaches the
red zone, stop the scooter and allow
the engine to cool. (See page 6-17 for
details.)
EC000002
Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
CAUTION:
1. Fuel gauge
2. Fuel warning light1. High level
2. Low level1. Red zone
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2
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1
2
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12O
14O
16O
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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"Mode""Mode"
"Mode"
"Mode"
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3
4
ZAUM0391
1. Mode button
2. Digital display
3. Set button1. Total
2. Trip 1
3. Trip 2
4. Trip/Fuel
3-4
1
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Multi-function display
The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:
•an odometer (which shows the
total distance traveled)
•two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero, the time passed
since the tripmeters were set to
zero, and the average speed
traveled during this time)
•a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled since
the fuel level warning light came
on)
•a clock
•an ambient temperature display
•an oil change indicator (which
comes on when the engine oil
should be changed)
NOTE :
•For the UK, the distance traveled
is displayed in miles and the
temperature reading is displayed
in °F.
•For other countries, the distance
traveled is displayed in kilometers
and the temperature reading is
displayed in °C.Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the "MODE" button switches
the display between the odometer
mode "Total" and the tripmeter modes
"Trip" in the following order:
Total ⇒ Trip 1 ⇒ Trip 2 ⇒Trip/fuel
⇒ Total

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This scooter can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
1. Oil change indicator
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1. Alarm indicator light
3-7
1
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Oil change indicator "OIL"
The engine oil should be changed when
this indicator comes on. The indicator
stays on until it is reset. After changing
the engine oil, reset the indicator as
follows.
1. While holding the "MODE" and
"SET" buttons pushed, turn the
key to "
".
2. Continue holding the "MODE" and
"SET" buttons pushed for two to
five seconds.
3. Release the buttons and the oil
change indicator will go off.
NOTE :
•The oil change indicator will come
on at the initial 1000 km (600 mi)
and every 3000 km (4800 mi)
thereafter.
•If the engine oil is changed before
the oil change indicator comes on
(i.e. before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached), the
indicator must be reset after the
oil change for the next periodic oil
change to be indicated at the cor-
rect time. After resetting, the
indicator will come on for two se-
conds. If the indicator does not
come on, repeat the procedure.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1
2
3
4ZAUM0407
1. Pass switch ""
2. Dimmer switch "
/ "
3. Turn signal switch "
/ "
4. Horn switch "
"
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch ""
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch " / "
Set this switch to "
" for the high beam
and to "
" for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch " / "
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to "
". To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to "
". When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn si-
gnal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
EAU00129
Horn switch ""
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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2
3
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1. Engine stop switch " / "
2. Hazard switch "
/ "
3. Start switch "
"
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Engine stop switch " / "
Set this switch to "
" before starting the
engine. Set this switch to "
" to stop
the engine in case of an emergency,
such as when the scooter overturns or
when the throttle cable is stuck.
3-8
EAU03801
Start switch ""
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake
to crank the engine with the starter.
EC000005
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
CAUTION:

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
1
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1. Fuel tank cap
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Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-12 for
seat opening and closing
procedures.)
2. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise.
3. The lock will be released and the
fuel tank cap can be removed.To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the marks on
the cap and tank aligned.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
NOTE :
Do not forget to remove the key before
closing the seat.
3. Close the seat.
NOTE :
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and locked.
EW000023
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed and locked before
riding.
WARNING
1
2
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1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Fuel
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.
•Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
WARNING
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EAU00185
EC000008
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with
a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plas-
tic parts.
CAUTION:
EAU04284
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
10.9 L
Reserve amount:
1.9 L
ECA00104
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane
number 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 maintenance
costs.
CAUTION:
EAU03098
Catalytic converter
This scooter is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the muffler.
EW000128
The exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance work.
EC000114
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
•Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
•Never park the scooter near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
•Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
WARNING
CAUTION:
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1
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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
scooter upright.
NOTE :
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.)
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The scooter must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the
sidestand 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
responsibility of raising the
sidestand before starting off.
Therefore, check this system
regularly as described below and
have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it
does not function properly.
1. Sidestand switch
WARNINGEAU00337
Ignition circuit cut-off
system
The ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch and
brake light switches) has the following
functions.
•It prevents starting when the
sidestand is up, but neither brake
is applied.
•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.
EW000045
If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
WARNING
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to .
3. Turn the key to .
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The brake switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still off:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:
This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YES NO
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden.
YES NO
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