2006 YAMAHA XMAX 250 key

Ambient temperature display
1. Frost warning indicator“”2. Negative symbol “–”
3. Ambient temperature
This display shows the ambient tem-
perature from-30°C to 50°C.
The frost warning indicator“”
automatically comes on if the tempe-
rature is lower than 3°C
Service indicator
1. Service indicator
When periodic maintenance and
lubrication is necessary (See page 6-
3.), “Service” will appear in the dis-
play until the Service indicator reset is
made.
T
o reset the service indicator:
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Hold the “MODE” and “SET” but-
ton pushed for two to five
seconds.
3. Release the buttons, and the ser-
vice indicator will go off.
NOTE:
The service indicator will come
on at the initial 1000 km and
every 3000 km thereafter.
If periodic maintenance and
lubrication is performed before
the service indicator comes on,
the indicator must be reset as
soon as possible so that it comes
for the next periodic maintenance
and lubrication interval.
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This motorcycle can be equipped
with an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Handlebar switches
1. Dimmer switch “jk”
2. Pass switch "PASSING"
3. Turn signal switch “cd”
4. Horn switch “a”
1. Starting switch “g”
2. Hazard switch“”
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Pass switch “PASSING”
Press this switch to flash the head-
light.
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Dimmer switch “j/k”
Set this switch to “
j” for the high
beam and to “
k” for the low beam.
With the headlight on low beam,
press this switch downwards to flash
the headlight.
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Turn signal switch “c/d”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “
d”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “
c”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “a”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “g”
With the sidestand up, push this
switch while applying the front or rearbrake to crank the engine with the
starter.
ECA10050
CAUTION:
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Hazard switch “ ”, “h”
With the key in the “ON” position, set
this switch to “ ” to turn on the
hazard lighting (simultaneous flashing
of all turn signal lights). To turn off the
hazard lighting, set this switch to “h”
and, then turn the key to “OFF”.
NOTE:
Even if the key is turned from “ON” to
“OFF” with the hazard lighting on, the
hazard lighting will continue to flash
regardless of the hazard switch posi-
tion. To cancel the hazard lighting, the
key must be turned to “ON” and the
hazard switch must be set to the “h”
position.
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Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
Open the lid by pulling the lever up.
Insert the key into the fuel tank cap
lock and turn it 1/4 turn counterclock-
wise. The lock will be released and
the fuel tank cap can be removed.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
fuel tank opening with the key
inserted in the lock and the
match marks aligned.2. Turn the key clockwise to the ori-
ginal position, and then remove
it.
NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and loc-
ked.
3. Close the lid.EWA11260
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WARNING
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed and locked in pla-
ce before riding the scooter.
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Catalytic converter
This model is equipped with a cataly-
tic converter in the exhaust system.
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WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
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CAUTION:
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
Never park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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Seat
To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
2. Insert the key into the main
switch, and then turn it counter-
clockwise to “OPEN”.
NOTE:
Do not push inward when turning the
key.
3. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then
push it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left
unattended.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
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Front storage compartment
1. Lock
To open the storage compartment
Insert the key into the lock, turn it
clockwise, and then pull on it to open
the storage compartment lid.
1.Storage compartment
To close the storage compartment
Push the storage compartment lid
into the original position, and then
remove the key.
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WARNING
Do not exceed the load limit of
1 kg (2.205 lb) for the storage
compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 181 kg (399.1 lb) for the
vehicle.
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Storage compartment
1.Storage compartment
There is a storage compartment
under the seat.
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WARNING
Do not exceed the load limit of
5 kg (11.02 lb) for the storage
compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 181 kg (399.1 lb) for the
vehicle.
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CAUTION:
Keep the following points in mind
when using the storage compart-
ment.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still off:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden.
This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The brake switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thoroughly
understand.
Never start the engine or ope-
rate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of cons-
ciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
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Starting a cold engineECA10250
CAUTION:
See page 5-3 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
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 fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank theengine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
ECA11040
CAUTION:
For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
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CAUTION:
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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WARNING
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedes-
trians or children are not likely
to touch them.
Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
vehicle may overturn.5
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