2008 YAMAHA MAJESTY 400 checking oil

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
...................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-4
DESCRIPTION
...................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments..................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS
........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ..........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-3
Speedometer ...................................3-5
Tachometer .....................................3-5
Multi-function display .......................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ................3-9
Handlebar switches .........................3-9
Front brake lever ...........................3-11
Rear brake lever ............................3-11
Rear brake lock lever .....................3-11
ABS (for ABS models) ...................3-12
Fuel tank cap .................................3-13
Fuel ................................................3-14
Catalytic converters .......................3-14
Seats .............................................3-15
Adjusting the rider seat ..................3-16
Storage compartments ..................3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies .................................3-18
Sidestand .......................................3-19Ignition circuit cut-off system ......... 3-20
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
.............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list ................... 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS
............................................... 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Starting off ....................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ......... 5-2
Braking ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR
............................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................ 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ............................................. 6-3
Removing and installing cowlings and
panels .......................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................ 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter element ..... 6-13
Final transmission oil ..................... 6-16
Coolant .......................................... 6-17
Air filter elements and check hoses and
V-belt case air filter element ...... 6-19
Checking the throttle cable free
play ............................................ 6-22Valve clearance ............................ 6-22
Tires .............................................. 6-22
Cast wheels .................................. 6-24
Front and rear brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-25
Adjusting the rear brake lock lever
cable .......................................... 6-26
Checking the front and rear brake
pads ........................................... 6-26
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-27
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ............................ 6-29
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers ......................................... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ........ 6-29
Checking the front fork .................. 6-30
Checking the steering ................... 6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-31
Battery ........................................... 6-32
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-33
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-35
Tail/brake light ............................... 6-36
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ............................................ 6-36
Replacing a rear turn signal light
bulb ............................................ 6-37

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU34183
Engine oil and oil filter
element
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart and when the oil change in-
dicator comes on.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
NOTE:

Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
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.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, remove the oil filler cap, wipe
the dipstick clean, insert it back
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove itagain to check the oil level.
NOTE:

The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
5. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter element replace-
ment)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and the engine oil drain bolt to
drain the oil from the crankcase.
4. Check the washer for damage and
replace it if necessary.
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Dipstick
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
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1. Engine oil drain bolt
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NOTE:

Make sure that the O-rings are properly
seated.
8. Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten the
drain bolt to the specified torque.
NOTE:

Make sure that the washer is properly
seated.
9. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and then
install and tighten the oil filler cap.
NOTE:

Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
CAUTION:

ECA11670

Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

Be sure no foreign material en-
ters the crankcase.
10. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
11. Reset the oil change indicator ac-
cording to the following procedure.
To reset the oil change indicator
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Hold the “OIL CHANGE” button
pushed for two to eight seconds.

Tightening torque:
Oil filter element cover bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14.5 ft·lbf)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replace-
ment:
1.50 L (1.59 US qt) (1.32 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.70 L (1.80 US qt) (1.50 Imp.qt)
1. “CD” specification
2. “ENERGY CONSERVING II”
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5. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
6. Add the specified amount of the
recommended final transmission
oil, and then install and tighten the
oil filler cap.
WARNING

EWA11310

Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the final transmission
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.
EAU20070
Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU34192
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:


The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.

Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Pull up the right floorboard mat as
shown.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. Final transmission oil drain bolt
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14.5 ft·lbf)
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
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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.
EAU22730
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.
EAU23100
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.
WARNING

EWA10720
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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WARNING

EWA10740
If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23271
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
WARNING

EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
CAUTION:

ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease

INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) .............................3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter elements and check hoses and
V-belt case air filter element ..................6-19
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-38
B
Battery .....................................................6-32
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-28
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-27
Brake lever, front .....................................3-11
Brake lever, rear ......................................3-11
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-29
Braking ......................................................5-2
C
Cables, checking and lubricating .............6-28
Care ...........................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-29
Coolant ....................................................6-17
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ..................................................6-7
D
Dimmer switch .........................................3-10
E
Engine break-in .........................................5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element ................6-13
Engine stop switch...................................3-10
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
F
Final transmission oil ...............................6-16Front and rear brake lever free play ........ 6-25
Front and rear brake pads, checking....... 6-26
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-30
Fuel ......................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-3
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-33
H
Handlebar switches ................................... 3-9
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-35
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch.............................................. 3-10
I
Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-20
Immobilizer system.................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 3-4
Indicator and warning lights....................... 3-3
K
Key identification number .......................... 9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-38
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function display ................................. 3-5
P
Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations............................................. 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-10
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-3Pre-operation check list............................. 4-2
R
Rear brake lock lever .............................. 3-11
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .... 6-26
Rider seat, adjusting ............................... 3-16
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-4
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seats ....................................................... 3-15
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting.... 3-18
Sidestand ................................................ 3-19
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-11
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer............................................. 3-5
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking................................... 6-31
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-17
T
Tachometer ............................................... 3-5
Tail/brake light ......................................... 6-36
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-22
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-29
Tires ........................................................ 6-22
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-39
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-40
Turn signal indicator lights ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing .... 6-36
Turn signal light bulb (rear), replacing..... 6-37
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-10