2006 YAMAHA TMAX ignition

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU25911
Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine
performance
WARNING

EWA10840
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.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
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
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.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.

SPECIFICATIONS
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89 Front tire:

Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70R14 M/C 55H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252F
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TH01F
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
160/60R15 M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TH01R
Loading:
Maximum load:
XP500 190 kg (419 lb)
XP500A 185 kg (408 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)

Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
2

)Loading condition:
XP500 90–190 kg (198–419 lb)
XP500A 90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
280 kPa (41 psi) (2.80 kgf/cm
2

)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
14M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15M/C x MT5.00
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
117.0 mm (4.61 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
×
quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W
×
1
Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W
×
1

SPECIFICATIONS
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Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W
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Front turn signal/position light:
12 V, 21 W/5.0 W
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2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
1
Meter lighting:
14 V, 2.0 W
×
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High beam indicator light:
14 V, 1.4 W
×
1
Turn signal indicator light:
14 V, 1.4 W
×
2
Engine trouble warning light:
14 V, 1.4 W
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1
ABS warning light:
XP500A 14 V, 1.4 W
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1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED

Fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
XP500 20.0 A
XP500A 15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 ARadiator fan fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
XP500A 5.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
XP500A 30.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A

INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) .............................3-11
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-3
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter element, cleaning .......................6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-8
B
Battery .....................................................6-28
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-23
Brake lever, front .....................................3-10
Brake lever, rear ......................................3-10
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-25
Braking ......................................................5-3
C
Care ...........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ...................................3-13
Caution, matte black ..................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-25
Chain drive oil ..........................................6-14
Coolant ....................................................6-15
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ..................................................6-6
D
Dimmer switch ...........................................3-9
E
Engine break-in .........................................5-4
Engine idling speed .................................6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..............6-11
Engine stop switch.....................................3-9
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3
F
Front and rear brake lever free play ........6-21Front and rear brake pads, checking....... 6-22
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26
Fuel ......................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-12
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-29
H
Handlebar switches ................................... 3-8
Hazard switch ............................................ 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-31
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch................................................ 3-9
I
Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-18
Immobilizer system.................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 3-3
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 ............................................... 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-3
Pre-operation check list ............................. 4-2
R
Rear brake lock lever .............................. 3-10Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .... 6-22
Rider backrest, adjusting......................... 3-14
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-4
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-14
Shock absorber ....................................... 3-17
Sidestand ................................................ 3-17
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer............................................. 3-4
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch................................................ 3-9
Steering, checking................................... 6-27
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-16
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Tachometer ............................................... 3-4
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Tires ........................................................ 6-19
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-32
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-33
Turn signal indicator lights ........................ 3-3
Turn signal switch ..................................... 3-9
V
Valve clearance....................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................... 9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking ....................... 6-27
Wheels .................................................... 6-21