2006 YAMAHA XMAX 250 coolant reservoir

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Right view
DESCRIPTION
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1. Grab bar (page 5-2)
2. Battery (page 6-23)
3. Fuses (page 6-24)
4. Radiator5. Coolant level window (page 6-11)
6. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-11)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-8)
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary. 3-11, 3-12
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-8
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-11
• Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Front brake• Replace if necessary. 3-10, 6-17, 6-18, 6-19
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 3-10, 6-17, 6-18, 6-19
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
6-14, 6-20
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play
and lubricate cable and grip housing.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-15, 6-17
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
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6. Add the specified amount of the
recommended final transmission
oil, and then install and tighten
the oil filler cap.
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WARNING
Make sure that no foreign
material enters the final trans-
mission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
7. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the coo-
lant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:
The coolant level must be chec-
ked on a cold engine since the
level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
Make sure that the vehicle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
right floorboard mat by pulling it
up.
4. Open the reservoir cap, and then
add coolant to the maximum
level mark.
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
22 Nm (2.2 m•kgf, 15.9 ft•lbf)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Coolant reservoir cap
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CAUTION:
If coolant is not available, use
distilled water or soft tap water
instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since it is harmful
to the engine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with coo-
lant as soon as possible, other-
wise the engine may not be
sufficiently cooled and the coo-
ling system will not be protec-ted against frost and corrosion.
If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possi-
ble, otherwise the effective-
ness of the coolant will be
reduced.
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WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
5. Close the coolant reservoir cap.
6. Place the floorboard mat in the
original position and push it
downward to secure it.
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Changing the coolantEWA10380
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WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
The coolant must be changed at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
coolant.
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Air filter and V-belt case air
filter elements
The air filter element should be repla-
ced and the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment should be cleaned at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Service the air filter elements more
frequently if you are riding in unu-
sually wet or dusty areas.
Replacing the air filter element
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
1. Screws
2. Air filter case cover
3. Pull the air filter element out.
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Coolant reservoir capacity:
0.46 L (0.49 US qt) (0.40 Imp.qt)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Engine overheatingEWA10400
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WARNING
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.
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 his-
sing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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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.
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.
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DimensionsOverall length
2210 mm (87.0 in)
Overall width
790 mm (31.1 in)
Overall height
1380 mm (54.3 in)
Seat height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Wheelbase
1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance
113 mm (4.45 in)
Minimum turning radius
3650 mm (143.7 in)
WeightWith oil and fuel
174 kg (383.67 lb)
EngineEngine type
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement
249.7 cm
315.24 cu*in
Bore x stroke
69.0 mm x 66.8 mm (2.71 x 2.63 in)
Compression ratio
10.1:1
Starting system
Electric starter
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Oil type or gradeEngine oil
SAE 10W30
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantityWithout oil filter element replacement
1.2 L (1.27 US qt) (1.06 Imp qt)
With oil filter element replacement
1.4 L (1.48 US qt) (1.23 Imp qt)
Final transmission oilType
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) of SAE10W30
type SE motorolie
Quantity
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp qt)
Cooling systemRadiator capacity (including all routes)
0.34 L (0.36 US qt) (0.30 Imp qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark)
0.46 L (0.49 US qt) (0.40 Imp qt)
Air filterAir filter element
Oil-coated paper element
Recommended fuelRecommended fuel
Unleaded fuel
Fuel tank capacity
12 L (3.17 US gal) (2.64 Imp gal)
Fuel reserve amount
2 L (0.53 US gal) (0.44 Imp gal)
CarburetorManufacturer
KEIHIN
Type x quantity
1C0 x 1
Spark plug (s)Manufacturer/model
NGK / DR8EA
Spark plug gap
0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.027 in)
ClutchClutch type
Dry, automatic centrifugal
TransmissionPrimary reduction system
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio
40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio
40/14 (2.857)
Transmission type
V-belt automatic
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SPECIFICATIONS
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