2005 YAMAHA TMAX check oil

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tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-left side of the crank-
case.
NOTE:

The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase.
NOTE:

Skip steps 4–6 if the oil filter cartridge is
not being replaced.
4. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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1. Engine oil filler cap
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1. Engine oil drain bolt
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NOTE:

An oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.
5. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to
the O-ring of the new oil filter car-
tridge.
NOTE:

Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
6. Install the new oil filter cartridge,
and then tighten it to the specified
torque with a torque wrench.7. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and then
install and tighten the oil filler cap.
CAUTION:

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In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial 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, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
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1. Torque wrench
Tightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12.3 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31.1 ft·lbf)
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Recommended engine oil:
SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40
(API SE, SF, SG or higher)
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.90 L (3.07 US qt) (2.55 Imp.qt)

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check for the cause.
10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
11. Reset the oil change indicator ac-
cording to the following procedure.
To reset the oil change indicator
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Hold the “OIL CHANGE” button
pushed for two to eight seconds.
3. Release the “OIL CHANGE” but-
ton, and the oil change indicator
will go off.
NOTE:

If the engine oil is changed before the
oil change indicator comes on (i.e. be-fore the periodic oil change interval has
been reached), the indicator must be
reset after the oil change for the next
periodic oil change to be indicated at
the correct time. To reset the oil change
indicator before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached, follow the
above procedure, but note that the indi-
cator will come on for 1.4 seconds after
releasing the “OIL CHANGE” button,
otherwise repeat the procedure.
EAU19993
Chain drive oil
The chain drive oil should be changed
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Remove panel F. (See page 6-6.)
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.
1. “OIL CHANGE” button
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1. Chain drive oil filler cap
2. Chain drive oil drain bolt
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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.
NOTE:

The chain drive oil should be between
the minimum and maximum level
marks.7. If the chain drive oil is below the
minimum 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.
CAUTION:

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Make sure that no foreign ma-
terial enters the chain drive
case.

Make sure that no oil gets on the
tire or wheel.
9. Check the chain drive case for oilleakage. If leakage is found, check
for the cause.
Tightening torque:
Chain drive oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14.5 ft·lbf)
Recommended chain drive oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.70 L (0.74 US qt) (0.62 Imp.qt)
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.

As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU22730
Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylin-
ders and calipers as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.

Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
EAU23110
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated or
replaced at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.

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EAU23271
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
WARNING

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Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
CAUTION:

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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23280
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING

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Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.

INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................ 3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ......... 3-4
Acceleration and deceleration................... 5-2
Air filter element, cleaning....................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional).......................... 3-9
B
Battery..................................................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-23
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-11
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-11
Brake levers, lubricating.......................... 6-25
Braking ...................................................... 5-3
C
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter .................................. 3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ...................................... 6-25
Chain drive oil ......................................... 6-13
Coolant.................................................... 6-15
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-6
D
Dimmer switch ........................................ 3-10
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed................................. 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-10
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-10
Engine trouble warning light...................... 3-4
F
Front and rear brake lever free play........ 6-21
Front and rear brake pads, checking ...... 6-22Front fork, checking .................................6-26
Fuel ..........................................................3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...........5-4
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-13
Fuses, replacing ......................................6-29
H
Handlebar switches ...................................3-9
Hazard switch ..........................................3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-31
Helmet holder ..........................................3-16
High beam indicator light ...........................3-3
Horn switch ..............................................3-10
I
Identification numbers................................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...................3-19
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ..............3-4
Indicator and warning lights .......................3-3
K
Key identification number ..........................9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock ...........................3-2
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display .................................3-5
P
Parking.......................................................5-5
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-10
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
R
Rear brake lock lever ...............................3-11
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .....6-21Rider backrest, adjusting ......................... 3-15
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-4
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-15
Shock absorber ....................................... 3-18
Sidestand ................................................ 3-18
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer ............................................. 3-5
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking ................................... 6-26
Storage ...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-17
T
Tachometer ............................................... 3-5
Throttle cable free play, checking............ 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating .............................................. 6-24
Tires ........................................................ 6-19
Tool kit ....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting....................................... 6-32
Troubleshooting charts ............................ 6-33
Turn signal indicator lights......................... 3-3
Turn signal switch.................................... 3-10
V
Valve clearance ....................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................... 9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking ....................... 6-27
Wheels .................................................... 6-21