2002 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 lock

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 3. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
4. Remove the defective bulb by
pulling it out.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
6. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
7. Install the cowling.
1
1. Socket
EAU03618
Replacing a rear turn signal
light bulbTurn signal light bulb (rear), replacing1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling C. (See page
6-10 for cowling removal and
installation procedures.)
EAU03619
Replacing a tail/brake light
bulbTail/brake light bulb, replacing1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling C. (See page
6-10 for cowling removal and
installation procedures.)
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3. Remove the license plate light
lens by removing the screws.
12
1. License plate light lens
2. Screw (×2)
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6
EAU03621
Replacing the license plate
light bulbLicense plate light bulb, replacing1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling C. (See page
6-10 for cowling removal and
installation procedures.)
3. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
4. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
6. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
7. Install the cowling.
1
1. Socket
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6 Engine overheating
EW000070
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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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ×1
12 V, 55 W ×1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ×2
Front turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ×2
Rear turn signal light 12 V, 18 W ×2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ×1
License plate light 12 V, 5 W ×1
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W ×4
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ×2
Oil change indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse 4 A
Backup fuse (clock) 10 A
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INDEX
F
Final transmission oil ............................6-18
Front and rear brake lever free play,
adjusting ............................................6-27
Front fork, checking ..............................6-32
Fuel ......................................................3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................3-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................6-36
H
Handlebar switches ..............................3-10
Dimmer switch ...................................3-10
Engine stop switch .............................3-12
Headlight variations ...........................3-11
Horn switch ........................................3-10
Pass switch ........................................3-10
Start switch ........................................3-12
Turn signal switch ..............................3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................6-37
I
Identification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................3-21
Indicator lights ........................................3-2
High beam indicator light .....................3-2
Oil change indicator light .....................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ...................3-2
K
Key identification number .......................9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........6-41
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................3-1
Model label .............................................9-2
P
Parking ...................................................5-5
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .....................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ..........................4-1
R
Rider seat .............................................3-16
Rider seat, adjusting .............................3-17
S
Safe-riding points ...................................1-2
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................3-19
Sidestand .............................................3-20
Spark plug, checking ............................6-12
Specifications .........................................8-1
Speedometer ..........................................3-3
Starting off ..............................................5-2
Starting the engine .................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-33
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartments .........................3-17
A
Acceleration and deceleration ................5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements, cleaning .............................6-21
Air flow louver .......................................6-23
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......................3-9
B
Battery ..................................................6-34
Battery cover removal ..........................6-34
Brake fluid level, checking ....................6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................6-30
Brake lever, front ..................................3-12
Brake lever, rear ...................................3-13
Brake levers, lubricating .......................6-31
Braking ...................................................5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ..........6-30
Care ........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ................................3-15
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ...................................6-31
Conversion table ....................................8-5
Coolant .................................................6-19
Coolant temperature gauge ....................3-5
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ...............................................6-6
E
Engine break-in ......................................5-4
Engine oil ..............................................6-14
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