2001 YAMAHA TMAX oil level

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DESCRIPTION
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1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-8)
2. Rear storage compartment (page 3-12)
3. Helmet holder (page 3-11)
4. Grab bar (page 5-2)
5. Chain drive oil filler cap (page 6-16)6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
7. V-Belt air filter element (left)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-12)
9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-12)
10. Oil filter cartridge (page 6-13)
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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9The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel•Check fuel level in fuel tank.
•Refuel if necessary.
•Check fuel line for leakage.3-4, 3-8–3-9
Engine oil•Check oil level in engine.
•If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
•Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-12–6-14
Coolant•Check coolant level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
•Check cooling system for leakage.6-17–6-18
Front brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-7, 6-25–6-28
Rear brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-8, 6-25–6-28
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .......................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ............6-3
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ........6-6
Checking the spark plugs........................................6-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............................6-12
Chain drive oil .......................................................6-16
Coolant..................................................................6-17
Cleaning the air filter element ...............................6-19
Adjusting the carburetors ......................................6-21
Adjusting the engine idling speed .........................6-21
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .....................6-22
Adjusting the valve clearance ...............................6-22
Tires ......................................................................6-23
Cast wheels ..........................................................6-25
Front and rear brake levers...................................6-25
Checking the front and rear brake pads................6-26
Checking the brake fluid level ...............................6-27
Changing the brake fluid .......................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and
cable ...................................................................6-29
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers ...........6-29
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ..................................6-30
Checking the front fork ..........................................6-30Checking the steering ...........................................6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ................................6-32
Battery...................................................................6-32
Replacing the fuses ..............................................6-34
Replacing a headlight bulb....................................6-35
Troubleshooting ....................................................6-36
Troubleshooting charts .........................................6-37
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*Rear brake•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-5.)√√√√√ √
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
9*Brake hose•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-5.)Every 4 years
10*Wheels•Check runout and for damage.√√√√
11*Tires•Check tread depth and for damage.
•Replace if necessary.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.√√√√
12*Wheel bearings•Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
13*Steering bearings•Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based greaseEvery 20,000 km
14*Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√ √
15 Sidestand/centerstand•Check operation.
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
16*Sidestand switch•Check operation.√√√√√ √
17*Front fork•Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
18*Rear shock absorber
assembly•Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√
•Lubricate the pivoting points with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√
19*Carburetors•Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (×1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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NOTE:
8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake service
9Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
9Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the
brake fluid.
9Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.20 Engine oil•Change. (See page 3-2 for more information about the oil
change indicator light.)√4,000 km after initial 1,000 km
When the oil change indicator light comes on
(every 5,000 km)
21 Engine oil filter cartridge•Replace.√√√
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*Cooling system•Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
•Change.Every 3 years
23 Chain drive oil•Check vehicle for oil leakage.
•Change.√√√√
24*V-belt•Replace.When the V-Belt replacement indicator light comes on
(every 20,000 km)
25*Front and rear brake
switches•Check operation.√√√√√ √
26 Moving parts and cables•Lubricate.√√√√ √
27*Lights, signals and
switches•Check operation.
•Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (×1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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Engine oil and oil filter
cartridgeThe engine oil level should be
checked before each ride. In addition,
the oil must be changed and the oil
filter cartridge replaced at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
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cCThe engine must be cold before
proceeding with the oil level
check, otherwise the check will
result in a false reading. 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.
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1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level
3. Minimum level
4. Engine oil drain bolt2. Start the engine, warm it up for
two minutes, and then turn it off.
3. Wait two minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window locat-
ed at the bottom-left side of the
crankcase.NOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.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.
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1. Spark plug cover5. Place the spark plug cover in the
original position as shown, and
then install the cowling.
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9 8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
(API SE, SF, SG or higher)
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement:
2.8 L
With oil filter cartridge
replacement:
2.9 L
Total amount (dry engine):
3.6 L
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cC8In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives
with the oil or use oils of a
higher grade than “CD”. In
addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERV-
ING II” or higher.
8Make sure that no foreign
material enters the crankcase.9. 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.10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
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Chain drive oilThe chain drive oil should be
changed as follows at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
1. Remove panel F. (See page 6-8
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Place an oil pan under the chain
drive case to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the oil filler cap and
drain bolt to drain the oil from the
chain drive case.4. Install the chain drive oil drain
bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
5. Add the specified amount of the
recommended oil.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean, insert it
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove
it to check the oil level.
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level markNOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.7. 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.
8. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
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cCMake sure that no foreign material
enters the chain drive case.
Recommended chain drive oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.7 LTightening torque:
Chain drive oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m0kg)
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1. Chain drive oil filler cap
2. Chain drive oil drain bolt
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