2008 YAMAHA TMAX high beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
2
34
5
6
7
8
9
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
WARNING

EWA10060
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
EAU10941
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary lights
are on. The hazard lights and turn sig-
nal lights can be turned on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
CAUTION:

ECA11020
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
EAU11003
Indicator and warning lights
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
1. Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light “ ”
4. Immobilizer system indicator light
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
1
3
1
2
4
5
ABS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.

EAU43020
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine
is defective. When this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the self-diagno-
sis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
NOTE:

This warning light will come on when
the key is turned to “ON” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction.
EAU43030
ABS warning light “” (for ABS
models)
CAUTION:

ECA10830
If the ABS warning light comes on orflashes while riding, the ABS may be
defective. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
See page 3-14 for an explanation of the
ABS.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by setting the engine
stop switch to “” and turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off. If
the warning light does not come on or
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
WARNING

EWA11350
When the ABS warning light comes
on or flashes while riding, the brake
system reverts to conventional brak-
ing. Therefore, be careful not to
cause the wheel to lock during emer-
gency braking.
NOTE:

The ABS warning light may come on
while accelerating the engine with the
scooter on its centerstand, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU38620
Immobilizer system indicator light
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”.
If the indicator light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30
seconds have passed, the indicator
light will start flashing indicating the im-
mobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.
This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the immobiliz-
er system. (See page 3-10 for an expla-
nation of the self-diagnosis device.)
ABS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-11
2
34
5
6
7
8
9

EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
EAU12347
Handlebar switches
LeftRight
EAU12360
Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU12400
Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When re-
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Turn signal switch “/”
4. Horn switch “”
1
2
3
4

1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Hazard switch “”
3. Start switch “”
1
23

SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W
×
1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
1
Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED x 2
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED

Fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 ARadiator fan fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
5.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
20.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A

INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) .............................3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-3
Air filter element, replacing ......................6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-33
B
Battery .....................................................6-28
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-23
Brake lever, front .....................................3-12
Brake lever, rear ......................................3-13
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-25
Braking ......................................................5-3
C
Care ...........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ...................................3-17
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-26
Chain drive oil ..........................................6-14
Coolant ....................................................6-15
Coolant temperature gauge .......................3-6
D
Dimmer switch .........................................3-11
E
Engine break-in .........................................5-4
Engine idling speed .................................6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..............6-11
Engine stop switch...................................3-12
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
F
Front and rear brake lever free play ........6-21
Front and rear brake pads, checking .......6-22Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26
Fuel ......................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-4
Fuel gauge ................................................ 3-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-15
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-29
H
Handlebar switches ................................. 3-11
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-31
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-18
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch.............................................. 3-12
I
Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-22
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 ........... 6-33
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function display ................................. 3-6
P
Panels, removing and installing................. 6-7
Parking ...................................................... 5-5
Part locations............................................. 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-11Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-3
Pre-operation check list............................. 4-2
R
Rear brake lock lever .............................. 3-14
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .... 6-22
Rear view mirrors .................................... 3-21
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-4
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-17
Shock absorber ....................................... 3-21
Sidestand ................................................ 3-21
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-10
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer............................................. 3-5
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-12
Steering, checking................................... 6-27
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-19
T
Tail/brake light ......................................... 6-32
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Tires ........................................................ 6-19
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-35
Turn signal indicator lights ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing .... 6-32
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-11