warning light YAMAHA XMAX 250 2009 User Guide

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BrakingEWA10300
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WARNING
●Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over
to one side), otherwise the sco-
oter may skid or overturn.
●Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road cons-
truction 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 bra-
king downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually
increasing the pressure.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follo-
wing 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 cros-
sings).
PUSHOPEN
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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6. Refill with the specified amount
of the recommended final trans-
mission oil, and then install and
tighten the oil filler cap. WAR-
NING! Make sure that no
foreign material enters the final
transmission case. Make sure
that no oil gets on the tire or
wheel.
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7. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the coo-
lant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
●The coolant level must be chec-
ked on a cold engine since the
level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
●Make sure that the vehicle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
TIP
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Coolant level check window
3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
right floorboard mat by pulling it
up.
4. Open the reservoir cap, and then
add coolant to the maximum
level mark. WARNING! Remove
only the coolant reservoir cap.
Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA15161]. NOTICE: If coolant
is not available, use distilled
water or soft tap water instead.
FULL
LOW
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there
are no open flames or sparks in the
area, including pilot lights from
water heaters or furnaces. Gasoli-
ne or gasoline vapors can ignite or
explode, causing severe injury or
property damage.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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4. Use spray oil as a universal clea-
ner to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely
before storing or covering it.
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WARNING
Contaminants on the brakes or
tires can cause loss of control.
●Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild
detergent.
●Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
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NOTICE
●Apply spray oil and wax spa-
ringly and make sure to wipe
off any excess.
●Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, buttreat them with a suitable care
product.
●Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
●Consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use.
●Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from
the lens.
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Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
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NOTICE
●Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
●To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for seve-
ral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35 W/35.0 W x 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 2
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 1
Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED x1
Turn signal indicator light:
LED x2
Fuel level warning light:
LED x1
Engine trouble warning light:
LED x1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED x1
Fuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 ARadiator fan fuse:
10.0 A
ECU (Electronic Control Unit) fuse:
5.0 A
Backup fuse:
5.0 A
SPECIFICATIONS
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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 ...................6-31
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 converter ...................................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 ...............................3-6
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil ...................................................6-9
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
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 .......................................6-26
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-9
Hazard switch ..........................................3-10
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 ..................3-19
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 .............................................1-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-2
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-1
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-14
Securing bracket ......................................3-14
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-18
Sidestand .................................................3-18
Spark plug, checking .................................6-8
Specifications.............................................7-3
Speedometer .............................................3-5
Start switch ................................................3-9
Starting off .................................................5-2
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment ..............................3-16
Storage compartment (rear) .....................3-17
Storage compartments ............................3-15
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-29
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-21
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Troubleshooting .......................................6-31
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-33
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-28
Turn signal switch ......................................3-9
VValve clearance ........................................6-15
INDEX
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