lock YAMAHA XCITY 250 2012 User Guide

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Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with halogen
bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:●
Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
●
Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
To replace a high beam headlight
bulb
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-7.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover.3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the burnt out bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder by turning it clockwise.
5. Install the headlight bulb cover.
6. Install the cowling.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
To replace a low beam headlight
bulb
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-7.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover.1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
ZAUM0674
1. Headlight bulb holderZAUM0675
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6 3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.
4. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt out
bulb.5. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
6. Connect the headlight coupler.
7. Install the headlight bulb cover.
8. Install the cowling.
9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb NOTICE
ECA10670
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer perform this job.1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-7.)
3. Remove the turn signal light bulb
socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb
2. Headlight coupler
1
ZAUM0677 ZAUM0678
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb socket
1
ZAUM0465
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65. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
6. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
7. Install the cowling.
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Replacing a tail/brake light
bulb or a rear turn signal light
bulb 1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Remove panel B. (See page 6-7.)
3. Remove the tail/brake light unit by
removing the screws.
4. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.5. Remove the burnt out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
6. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
7. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
8. Install the screws and the
tail/brake light unit.
9. Install the panel.1. ScrewZAUM0679
1
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
2. Turn signal light bulb socketZAUM0680
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6Engine overheating
WARNING
EWA10400
●
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
●
After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing
sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
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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INDEX
AAcceleration and deceleration ................ 5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-29BBattery .................................................. 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever, front .................................... 3-7
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-7
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 6-21
Braking ................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-20
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier (if equipped).............................. 3-13
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-9
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-21
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature gauge .................... 3-3
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ............................................... 6-7DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-6
Display, multi-function ............................ 3-3EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine oil ................................................ 6-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-2FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-11
Front and rear brake lever free play ..... 6-17Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-18
Front fork, checking...............................6-22
Fuel ......................................................... 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-2
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-7
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-25
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-26
High beam indicator light......................... 3-1
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-15
Indicator lights and warning light ............. 3-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-29
Luggage hook ....................................... 3-14MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Model label .............................................. 9-1PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1SSafe-riding points .................................... 1-5
Safety information ...................................1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-10
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting.............................................. 3-13
Sidestand .............................................. 3-14Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-8
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-2
Starting off .............................................. 5-2
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................ 6-23
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ......................... 3-11
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing............................. 6-28
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-14
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-29
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-31
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-1
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-27
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-6VValve clearance .................................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-23
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
Windshield ............................................ 3-12
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