2006 YAMAHA XMAX 250 service

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SCOOTERS ARE SINGLE TRACK
VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND
OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT
UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE
EXPERTISE OF THE OPERATOR.
EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS SCOOTER.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:
OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-
TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
SCOOTER OPERATION.
OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND
MAINTENANCE REQUIRE-
MENTS IN THE OWNER’S
MANUAL.
OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING
IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.
OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-
NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL
AND/OR WHEN MADE NECES-
SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI-
TIONS.Safe riding
Always make pre-operation
checks. Careful checks may help
prevent an accident.
This scooter is designed to carry
the operator and passenger.
The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize scooters in traffic
is the predominating cause of
automobile/scooter accidents.
Many accidents have been cau-
sed by an automobile driver who
did not see the scooter. Making
yourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when appro-
aching and passing through
intersections, since intersec-
tions are the most likely places
for scooter accidents to occur.
• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in anot-
her motorist’s blind spot.
Many accidents involve inexpe-
rienced operators. In fact, many
operators who have been invol-ved in accidents do not even
have a current driver’s license.
• Make sure that you are quali-
fied and that you only lend your
scooter to other qualified ope-
rators.
• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
• We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your scooter where
there is no traffic until you have
become thoroughly familiar
with the scooter and all of its
controls.
Many accidents have been cau-
sed by error of the scooter ope-
rator. A typical error made by the
operator is veering wide on a turn
due to EXCESSIVE SPEED or
undercornering (insufficient lean
angle for the speed).
• Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions.
• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Multi-function display
1. “MODE” button
2. Multi-function display
3. “SET” button
The multi-function display is equip-
ped with the following:
an odometer (which shows the
total distance traveled)
two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero, the time passed
since the tripmeters were set to
zero, and the average speed tra-
veled during this time)
a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled sin-
ce the fuel level warning light
came on)
a clock
an ambient temperature display
a service indicator (which is dis-
played when periodic maintenan-
ce and lubrication is necessary)
NOTE:
For the UK, the distance traveled
is displayed in miles and the tem-
perature reading is displayed in
°F.
For other countries, the distance
traveled is displayed in kilome-
ters and the temperature reading
is displayed in °C.
1. Total
2. Trip 1
2. Trip 2
4. Trip/Fuel
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “MODE” button switches
the display between the odometer
mode “Total” and the tripmeter
modes “Trip” in the following order:
Total
Trip 1 Trip 2 Trip/fuel
Total
1. Distance
2. Time
3. Average speed
NOTE:
The Trip/fuel odometer is only
activated if the fuel level warning
light comes on.
The Trip 2 odometer is automati-
cally reset after turning the key to
“OFF”.
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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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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in
the safest and most efficient condi-
tion possible. The most important
points of inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication are explained on the follo-
wing pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a
general guide under normal riding
conditions. However, DEPENDING
ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEO-
GRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND INDIVI-
DUAL USE, THE MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS MAY NEED TO BE
SHORTENED.
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WARNING
If you are not familiar with mainte-
nance work, have a Yamaha dealer
do it for you.
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WARNING
This scooter is designed for use on
paved roads only. If this scooter isoperated in abnormally dusty,
muddy or wet conditions, the air fil-
ter element should be cleaned or
replaced more frequently, otherwi-
se rapid engine wear may result.
Consult a Yamaha dealer for proper
maintenance intervals.
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Owner’s tool kit
1. Owner’s tool kit
The owner’s tool kit is located under
the seat. (See page 3-13.)
The service information included in
this manual and the tools provided in
the owner’s tool kit are intended to
assist you in the performance of pre-
ventive maintenance and minor
repairs. However, additional tools
such as a torque wrench may be
necessary to perform certain mainte-
nance work correctly.
NOTE:
If you do not have the tools or expe-
rience required for a particular job,
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK
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21Final transmission oil•Check vehicle for oil leakage.√√ √•Change.√√√
22 *V-belt•Replace. Every 20000 km
23 *Front and rear brake
switches•Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
24Moving parts and cables•Lubricate.√√√√ √
Throttle grip housing •Check operation and free play.
25 * •Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
and cable
•Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.√√√√ √
26 *Mufflers and exhaust
pipes•Check the screw clamps for looseness.√√ √ √√ √
27 *Lights, signals •Check operation.
and switches•Adjust headlight beam.√√ √ √√ √
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NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the bra-
ke fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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1. Measure the spark plug gap with
a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjust the gap to spe-
cification.
2. Clean the surface of the spark
plug gasket and its mating surfa-
ce, and then wipe off any grime
from the spark plug threads.
3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque.
NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is 1/4 ~
1/2 turn past finger tight. However,
the spark plug should be tightened to
the specified torque as soon as pos-
sible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.5. Install the storage compartment
by installing the bolts.
6. Close the seat.
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Engine oil
The engine oil level should be chec-
ked before each ride. In addition, the
oil must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart and when the
service indicator light comes on.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is positio-
ned straight up when checking the oil
level. A slight tilt to the side can result
in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
18 Nm (1.8 m•kgf, 13.0 ft•lbf)
Spark plug gap:
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.023 ~ 0.027 in)
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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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Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb
If the auxiliary light bulb burns out,
replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling B . (See page 6-
6.).
1. Auxiliary light bulb
2. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by pulling it out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the cowling B.EAU25880
Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha scooters receive a
thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition sys-
tems, for example, can cause poor
starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your scooter
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians
have the necessary tools, experience,
and know-how to service the scooter
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
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