2001 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 check engine

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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)
EW000066
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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2.Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.1.Maximum level mark
2.Minimum level mark
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1.Coolant reservoir cap3.If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, open the
reservoir cap, add coolant to the
maximum level mark, and then
close the reservoir cap.
4.Install the battery cover. Coolant reservoir capacity:
0.4 L
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cC8If coolant is not available, use
distilled water or soft tap water
instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since it is harmful
to the engine.
8If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with
coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the engine may not
be sufficiently cooled and the
cooling system will not be pro-
tected against frost and corro-
sion.
8If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possi-
ble, otherwise the effective-
ness of the coolant will be
reduced.
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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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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.
EW000112
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
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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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9 To check the operation
1.Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright
position.
2.While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
EC000098
cCIf any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
EAU00794
Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1.Place a stand under the engine
to raise the front wheel off the
ground.
EW000115
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that there is no danger of it falling
over.
2.Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any
free play can be felt, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair
the steering.
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EAU01581
Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performance
EW000125
wKeep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
The engine turns over
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
quickly.
slowly.
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9 Engine overheating
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w8Do 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.
8After 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.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 NOTE.)
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.
NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
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