check oil YAMAHA XMAX 250 2008 User Guide

EAU23100
Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables
and the condition of the cables
should be checked before each ride,
and the cables and cable ends should
be lubricated if necessary. If a cable is
damaged or does not move smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or repla-
ce it.
EWA10720
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WARNING
Damage to the outer sheath may
interfere with proper cable opera-
tion and will cause the inner cable
to rust. Replace a damaged cable
as soon as possible to prevent
unsafe conditions.
EAU23111
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride.
In addition, the cable should be lubri-
cated at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.
EAU23171
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers
The pivoting points of the front and
rear brake levers must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease)
ZAUM0061
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU23212
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand
1. Sidestand
1. Centerstand
The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-metal contact surfaces should be
lubricated if necessary.
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WARNING
If the centerstand or sidestand
does not move up and down smo-
othly, have a Yamaha dealer check
or repair it.
EAU23271
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
EWA10750
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WARNING
Securely support the vehicle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based greaseZAUM0667
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3. Perform the following steps to
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
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 sparking
during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from
the spark plug, and then install
the spark plug and the spark plug
cap.
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WARNING
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.
4. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degra-
ded in one spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm pla-
ce [less than 0 ºC (30 ºF) or more
than 30 ºC (90 ºF)]. For more
information on storing the bat-
tery, see page 6-24.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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INDEX
AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-30
BBattery......................................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-19
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-20
Brake lever, front ......................................3-10
Brake lever, rear .......................................3-10
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-21
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-21
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-13
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-22
Coolant.....................................................6-12
Coolant temperature gauge .......................3-5
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ...................................................6-6
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-9
Display, multi-function ...............................3-3
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil ...................................................6-9
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-11
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-18Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-19
Front fork, checking .................................6-22
Fuel ..........................................................3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel gauge .................................................3-5
Fuel level warning light ..............................3-4
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-11
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-25
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-9
Hazard switch ............................................3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-27
High beam indicator light...........................3-3
Horn switch ................................................3-9
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Identification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-18
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .............3-4
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-3
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-30
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-2
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-1
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-13
Self-diagnosis device.................................3-3
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ................................................3-17
Sidestand .................................................3-17
Spark plug, checking .................................6-8
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer .............................................3-4
Start switch ..............................................3-10
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment (front) ...................3-14
Storage compartment (rear) .....................3-16
Storage compartments ............................3-14
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-28
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-21
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Troubleshooting .......................................6-30
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-31
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-28
Turn signal switch ......................................3-9
VValve clearance ........................................6-15
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
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