2001 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 check oil

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NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is
1/4Ð1/2 turn past finger tight.
However, the spark plug should be
tightened to the specified torque as
soon as possible.4.Install the spark plug cap.
5.Install the cowling. Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m0kg)
EAU03119
Engine oilThe engine oil level should be
checked before each ride. In addition,
the oil must be changed at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart and when
the oil change indicator light comes
on.To check the engine oil level
1.Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
oil level. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.2.Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
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93.Wait a few minutes until the oil
settles, remove the oil filler cap,
wipe the dipstick clean, insert it
back into the oil filler hole (with-
out screwing it in), and then
remove it again to check the oil
level.
NOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
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1.Engine oil filler cap
2.Maximum level mark
3.Minimum level mark
4.If the engine oil is below the min-
imum level mark, add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
5.Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.

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1.Engine oil drain boltTo change the engine oil
1.Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2.Place an oil pan under the
engine to collect the used oil.
3.Remove the engine oil filler cap
and the engine oil drain bolt to
drain the oil from the crankcase.
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4.Check the washer for damage
and replace it if necessary.
5.Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten
the drain bolt to the specified
torque.NOTE:
Make sure that the washer is properly
seated.1.Engine oil drain bolt
2.Washer
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m0kg)
6.Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
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cC8Do not put in any chemical
additives or use oils with a
grade of CD or higher. Also, be
sure not to use oils labeled
ÒENERGY CONSERVING
IIÓ or
higher.
8Be sure no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
1.2 L
Total amount (dry engine):
1.4 L
7.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.
8.Reset the oil change indicator
light according to the following
procedure.
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To reset the oil change indicator
light
1.Turn the key to ÒONÓ.
2.Hold the reset button pushed for
two to five seconds.
3.Release the reset button, and
the oil change indicator light will
go off.1.Reset button
NOTE:
If the engine oil is changed before the
oil change indicator light comes on
(i.e. before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached), the indi-
cator light must be reset after the oil
change for the next periodic oil
change to be indicated at the correct
time. To reset the oil change indicator
light before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached, follow the
above procedure, but note that the
indicator light will come on for 1.4
seconds after releasing the reset but-
ton, otherwise repeat the procedure.
EAU03469
Final gear oilThe final gear case must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If
any leakage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the
scooter. In addition, the final gear oil
must be changed as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1.Start the engine, warm it up by
riding the scooter for several
minutes, and then stop the
engine.
2.Place the scooter on the center-
stand.NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
oil level. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.3.Place an oil pan under the final
gear case to collect the used oil.
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4.Remove the oil filler cap and
drain bolt to drain the oil from the
final gear case.
5.Install the final gear oil drain bolt,
and then tighten it to the speci-
fied torque.
6.Add the specified amount of the
recommended final gear oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
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1.Final gear oil filler cap
Tightening torque:
Final gear oil drain bolt:
22 Nm (2.2 m0kg)
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w8Make sure that no foreign
material enters the final gear
case.
8Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.7.Check the final gear case for oil
leakage. If oil is leaking, check
for the cause.
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1.Final gear oil drain bolt
Recommended final gear oil:
See page 8-2.
Oil quantity:
0.25 L
EAU01587
CoolantThe coolant reservoir is located
under the battery cover. (See page
6-31 for battery cover removal proce-
dures.)
To check the coolant level
1.Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright
position.NOTE:
8The coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
8Make sure that the scooter is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
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NOTE:
The sponge material should be wet
but not dripping.7.Insert the sponge material into
the air filter case.
8.Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws. Recommended oil:
Engine oil
4.Check the sponge material for
damage and replace it if neces-
sary.
5.Allow the sponge material to dry.
6.Apply oil of the recommended
type to the entire surface of the
sponge material, and then
squeeze the excess oil out.
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1.V-belt case air filter cover
2.Screw (´3)Cleaning the V-belt case air filter
element
1.Remove cowling A (See page
6-7 for cowling removal and
installation procedures.)
2.Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
3.Remove the V-belt case air filter
cover by removing the screws.
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Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the
master cylinder or brake fluid
reservoir is level.
8Use only the recommended qual-
ity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor braking
performance.1.Minimum level markREARRecommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
8Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking perfor-
mance.
8Be careful that water does not
enter the master cylinder or
brake fluid reservoir when refill-
ing. Water will significantly lower
the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.
8Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
8As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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EAU03607
Checking the brake fluid
levelInsufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low
brake fluid level may indicate worn
brake pads and/or brake system
leakage. If the brake level is low, be
sure to check the brake pads for
wear and the brake system for leak-
age.1.Minimum level mark FRONT
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EAU03073
Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the oil
seals of the master cylinder and
caliper as well as the brake hoses
replaced at the intervals listed below
or whenever they are damaged or
leaking.
8Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
8Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
EAU02962
Checking and lubricating the
cablesThe 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 replace it.
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wDamage 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.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU03118
Lubricating the front and
rear brake leversThe pivoting points of the front and
rear brake levers must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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