2003 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 tow

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Fuel gaugeFuel gaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the amount
of fuel in the fuel tank. The needle
moves towards “E” (Empty) as the
fuel level decreases. When the nee-
dle reaches “E”, approximately 2 L of
fuel remain in the fuel tank. If this
occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
NOTE:
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty
itself completely.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Fuel gauge
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Coolant temperature gaugeCoolant temperature gaugeThis gauge indicates the coolant tem-
perature when the main switch is on.
The engine operating temperature
will vary with changes in weather and
engine load. If the needle points to
the red mark, stop your scooter and
let the engine cool. (See page 6-44
for details.)
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Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
1
2
1. Coolant temperature gauge
2. Red mark
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Multi-function displayDisplay, multi-functionThe multi-function display is
equipped with the following:
8a tripmeter (which shows the dis-
tance traveled since it was last
set to zero)
8a fuel tripmeter (which shows the
distance traveled when the fuel
level reaches approximately
2.0 L)
8an odometer (which shows the
total distance traveled)
8a clock
8an outside temperature display
1
2
3
1. Tripmeter
2. Odometer, fuel tripmeter
3. Clock, outside temperature and voltage
display
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Engine stop switch “#/$”Engine stop switchSet this switch to “#” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “$” to
stop the engine in case of an emer-
gency, such as when the scooter
overturns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
1
2
1. Engine stop switch “#/$”
2. Start switch “,”
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Start switch “,”Start switchWith the sidestand up, push this
switch while applying the front or rear
brake to crank the engine with the
starter.
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See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Front brake leverBrake lever, frontThe front brake lever is located on
the right handlebar grip. To apply the
front brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
1
1. Front brake lever
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
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Rear brake leverBrake lever, rearThe rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the han-
dlebar grip.
1
1. Rear brake lever
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Do 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.
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After 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.
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.
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.
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