2001 YAMAHA VMAX Owners Manual

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EAU03003
Replacing the headlight bulb This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight unit
and bulb cover.3. Remove the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the defective bulb.
EW000119
WARNING
@ Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooled
down. @4. Place a new bulb into position, and
then secure it with the bulb holder.
EC000105
CAUTION:@ Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the bulb,
and the bulb life will be adversely af-
fected. Thoroughly clean off any dirt
and fingerprints on the headlight
bulb using a cloth moistened with
alcohol or thinner. @5. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the screws.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Headlight bulb holder
1. Do not touch this area.
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EAU00855
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb or the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the lens by removing the
screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
EC000108
CAUTION:@ Do not overtighten the screws, oth-
erwise the lens may break. @
1. Screw (´2)
1. Tail/brake light bulb (´2)
1. Turn signal light bulb
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Front wheel To remove the front wheel
EW000122
WARNING
@ l
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.
l
Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.
@1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Disconnect the speedometer ca-
ble from the front wheel.
3. Remove the brake caliper by re-
moving the bolts.
ECA00047
CAUTION:@ Do not pull the brake lever after the
brake caliper has been removed,
otherwise the brake pads will be
forced shut. @4. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle.
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
EAU03420
To install the front wheel
1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub so that the pro-
jections mesh with the slots.
1. Speedometer cable
2. Bolt (´ 2)
3. Pinch bolt
4. Wheel axle
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62. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the slot in the speedom-
eter gear unit fits over the retainer on
the fork leg. @3. Insert the wheel axle.
4. Take the motorcycle off the cen-
terstand so that the front wheel is
on the ground.5. Install the brake calipers by install-
ing the bolts.
NOTE:@ Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brake
discs. @6. Tighten the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle, and the
brake caliper bolts to the specified
torques.
7. Connect the speedometer cable.
8. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU03421
Rear wheel To remove the rear wheel
EW000122
WARNING
@ l
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.
l
Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.
@
Tightening torques:
Wheel axle:
58 Nm (5.8 m·kg,)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kg)
Brake caliper bolt:
40Nm (4.0 m·kg)
1. Axle nut
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6 1. Loosen the rear wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the axle nut.
2. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
3. Remove the brake caliper bolts
and the axle nut.
4. Disconnect the brake torque rod
from the brake caliper bracket by
removing the cotter pin, the nut,
and the bolt.5. While supporting the brake cali-
per, pull the wheel axle out.
6. Remove the brake caliper bracket
and spacer.
7. Pull the wheel to the right to sepa-
rate it from the final gear case, and
then remove it.
ECA00062
CAUTION:@ Do not push the brake pedal after
the wheel has been removed togeth-
er with the brake disc, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut. @
1. Pinch bolt
1. Nut
2. Cotter pin
3. Brake torque rod
4. Bolt (´3)
5. Brake caliper bracket
6. Spacer
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EAU03422
To install the rear wheel
1. Apply a light coating of lithium-
soap-based grease to the splines
of the final gear case and wheel
hub.
2. Install the wheel, brake caliper
bracket, spacer and wheel axle.
3. Install the brake caliper by install-
ing the bolts.NOTE:@ Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake caliper onto the brake
disc. @
4. Install the brake torque rod bolt
and nut at the brake caliper brack-
et.
5. Install the rear wheel axle nut.
6. Take the motorcycle off the cen-
terstand so that the rear wheel is
on the ground.
7. Tighten the axle nut, brake caliper
bolts, brake torque rod nut, and
pinch bolt to the specified torques.
8. Install the brake torque rod cotter
pin.
EW000124
WARNING
@ Always use a new cotter pin. @
Tightening torques:
Axle nut:
150 Nm (15.0 m·kg)
Brake caliper bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m·kg)
Brake torque rod nut:
48 Nm (4.8 m·kg)
Rear wheel axle pinch bolt:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kg)
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EAU03087
Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
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EAU03363
Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
EW000125
WARNING
@ Keep 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.
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 plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wet
Dry
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.The battery is good.
Check the electrolyte and battery
lead connections, and charge the
battery if necessary.The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compressoin.
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