2008 YAMAHA MAJESTY 400 lock

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Front and rear brake lever free
play
Front
Rear
There should be no free play at the
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
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A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish the
braking performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
dent.
1. Valve stem nut
2. Valve stem locknut
Tightening torques:
Valve stem nut:
2.0 Nm (0.2 m·kgf, 1.4 ft·lbf)
Valve stem locknut:
3.0 Nm (0.3 m·kgf, 2.2 ft·lbf)
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1. Brake lever free play
1. Brake lever free play
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Adjusting the rear brake lock
lever cable
Rear brake lock lever cable adjustment
may be required if the rear brake lock
lever does not hold properly. When the
rear brake lock lever is not in use, the
rear brake lock lever cable length
should measure 45 mm to 47 mm (1.77
in to 1.85 in) at the rear brake caliper.
Periodically check the rear brake lock
lever cable length and, if necessary,
adjust it as follows.
To increase the rear brake lock lever
cable length, turn the adjusting nut at
the rear brake caliper in direction (a).To decrease the rear brake lock lever
cable length, turn the adjusting nut in
direction (b).
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If proper adjustment cannot be ob-
tained as described, have a Yamaha
dealer make this adjustment.
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Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicator grooves, which allow
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
1. Adjusting nut
2. Rear brake lock lever cable length
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(b) (a)

1. Wear indicator groove
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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.
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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.
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Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
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Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

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1. Fuse box
2. ABS motor fuse
3. ABS control unit fuse
4. Hazard fuse
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1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock)
6. Fuel injection system fuse
7. Spare fuse
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123456

1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock)
6. Fuel injection system fuse
7. Spare fuse
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Tail/brake light
This model is equipped with an
LED-type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
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Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-7.)
3. Remove the windshield by remov-
ing the screws.
4. Remove the front turn signal light
unit by removing the screws.5. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
6. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
1. Screw
2. Windshield1
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1. Screw
2. Front turn signal light unit
1. Turn signal light bulb socket
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clockwise.
7. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
8. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
9. Place the turn signal light unit in
the original position, and then in-
stall the screws.
10. Install the windshield by installing
the screws.
11. Install panel A.

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Replacing a rear turn signal
light bulb
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling C for replacing
the left turn signal light bulb or
cowling D for replacing the right
turn signal light bulb. (See
page 6-7.)
3. Remove the socket (together with
the turn signal light bulb) by turning
it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket,push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
6. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
7. Install the cowling removed.
1. Turn signal light bulb socket
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Replacing the license plate
light bulb
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling B. (See
page 6-7.)
3. Remove the license plate light cov-
er and license plate light lens by
removing the screws.
4. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.5. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
6. Install the license plate light lens
and license plate light cover by in-
stalling the screws.
7. Install the cowling.
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Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-7.)
3. Remove the windshield by remov-
ing the screws.
4. Remove the front turn signal light
unit by removing the screws.
1. License plate light lens
2. License plate light cover
3. Screw
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1. Bulb
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1. Screw
2. Windshield
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5. Remove the auxiliary light bulb
socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise.
6. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.7. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
8. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
9. Place the turn signal light unit in
the original position, and then in-
stall the screws.
10. Install the windshield by installing
the screws.
11. Install panel A.

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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha scooters receive a
thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, 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 re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the scooter prop-
erly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
1. Screw
2. Front turn signal light unit
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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