2003 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 battery

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DESCRIPTION
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9. Passenger seat
10. Rider seat (page 3-18)
11. Air flow louver (page 6-23)
12. Headlight (page 6-37)
13. Radiator 14. Battery (page 6-34)
15. Fuse box (page 6-36)
16. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-20)
17. Coolant level check window (page 6-19)
18. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-15)11
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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.(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light, license light and auxiliary light
are on, but all other electrical sys-
tems are off. The key can be
removed.
To turn the main switch to “
.”:
1. Turn the key to “LOCK”.
2. Slightly turn the key counter-
clockwise until it stops.
3. While still turning the key coun-
terclockwise, push it in until it
snaps into place.
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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ABS warning light “”ABS warning lightECA00019
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If the ABS warning light comes on
or flashes while riding, the ABS
may be defective. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
See page 3-13 for an explanation of
the ABS.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by setting the
engine stop switch to “#” and turning
the key to “ON”.
The warning light should come on for
a few seconds, and then go off. If the
warning light does not come on or
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
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Turn signal indicator lights “4”
and “6”
Turn signal indicator lightsThe corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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1. Left turn signal indicator light “4”
2. ABS warning light “”
3. High beam indicator light “&”
4. Oil change indicator light “
7”
5. Right turn signal indicator light “6”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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8a voltage display (which shows
the battery voltage)
NOTE:
8When the key is turned to “ON”,
all segments of the display come
on for a few seconds. During this
time, the multi-function display is
performing a self-test.
8Be sure to turn the key to “ON”
before using the “SELECT” and
“RESET” buttons.
NOTE:
8The tripmeter reset mode auto-
matically cancels after five sec-
onds. To return to the reset
mode, push the “SELECT” but-
ton again until “Trip” begins
flashing.
8To cancel the tripmeter reset
mode, push the “SELECT” but-
ton.
8If the tripmeter indicates “––––”,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair the multi-function display
as it may be faulty.
Tripmeter “Trip”
To reset the tripmeter:
1. Push the “SELECT” button until
the voltage display appears, then
push the “SELECT” button one
more time and “Trip” starts flash-
ing.
2. Push the “RESET” button for at
least one second to reset the
tripmeter to zero.
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1.“SELECT” button
2.“RESET” button
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Outside temperature display
This display shows the outside tem-
perature from -10.0 °C to 50.0 °C in
0.5 °C increments.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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8When the outside temperature
falls below -10.0 °C, “– – °C ” is
displayed.
8When the outside temperature
climbs above 50.0 °C, “50.0”
flashes.
NOTE:
8If “– – °C” is displayed or “50.0”
flashes while the outside temper-
ature is between -10.0 °C and
50.0 °C, there is a problem with
the electrical circuit. Have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair
the electric circuit.
8The accuracy of the temperature
reading may be affected when
riding slowly (approximately
under 20 km/h) or when stopped
at traffic signals, railroad cross-
ings, etc.
Voltage display
This display shows the battery volt-
age.
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If the voltage display indicates
“LO” or “HI”, there may be trouble
with the battery charging circuit or
the battery may be faulty. If “LO”
or “HI” appears in the display,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair the scooter.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Front storage compartment B
To open the storage compartment,
slide the lever up, and then pull on
the lever.
To close the storage compartment,
push the lid into the original position.
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Do not store heavy items in this
compartment.
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1. Lever
2. Lid
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Do not leave the rider seat open
for an extended period of time,
otherwise the light may cause the
battery to discharge.
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Do not exceed the following load-
ing limits:
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Front storage compartment A:
2 kg
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Rear storage compartment:
5 kg
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Maximum load for the vehicle:
178 kg
Rear storage compartment
Two helmets can be stored in the
storage compartment under the
seats. (See page 3-18 for rider seat
opening and closing procedures.)
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1. Rider seat
Compartment B
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5 2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
NOTE:
If the engine does not start, release
the start switch, wait a few seconds,
and then try again. Each starting
attempt should be as short as possi-
ble to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 sec-
onds on any one attempt. If the
engine does not start, try with the
throttle open 1/8 turn.
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For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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Starting off
Starting offNOTE:
Before starting off, allow the engine
to warm up.
1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding
the grab bar with your right hand,
push the scooter off the center-
stand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then
adjust the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signal on.4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signal off.
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1. Grab bar
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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 the cowlings and
panel .................................................................6-6
Checking the spark plug ....................................6-12
Engine oil ...........................................................6-14
Final transmission oil .........................................6-18
Coolant ..............................................................6-19
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements ........6-21
Air flow louver ....................................................6-23
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................6-23
Adjusting the valve clearance ...........................6-23
Tires ...................................................................6-24
Cast wheels .......................................................6-26
Adjusting the front and rear brake lever
free play ..........................................................6-27
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............6-28
Checking the brake fluid level ............................6-29
Changing the brake fluid ....................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the cables ..................6-30
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable ........................................................6-31
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers ........6-31Checking and lubricating the centerstand
and sidestand .................................................6-31
Checking the front fork ......................................6-32
Checking the steering ........................................6-33
Checking the wheel bearings ............................6-33
Removing the battery cover ...............................6-34
Battery ...............................................................6-34
Replacing the fuses ...........................................6-36
Replacing a headlight bulb ................................6-37
Replacing a front turn signal light bulb ..............6-39
Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb ...............6-40
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb .........................6-40
Replacing the license plate light bulb ................6-41
Troubleshooting .................................................6-42
Troubleshooting charts ......................................6-43
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
67. Check the final transmission
case for oil leakage. If oil is leak-
ing, check for the cause.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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CoolantCoolantThe coolant reservoir is located
under the battery cover. (See page
6-34 for battery cover removal and
installation procedures.)
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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