2008 YAMAHA VITY 125 key

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-8
3
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Catalytic converters This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10860
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-ing any maintenance work.CAUTION:
ECA16490
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.

Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converters.


Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.


Do not allow the engine to idletoo long.
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Seat To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise
to the first “OPEN” position. If the
main switch is in the “LOCK” posi-
tion, turn the key counterclockwise
to the second “OPEN” position.NOTE:Do not push inward when turning the
key from “OFF” to “OPEN” or from“LOCK” to “OPEN”.
3. Fold the seat up.To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left un-
attended.
NOTE:Make sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
1. Seat open position
ON
OPEN
OPENP
U
S
HLOCKOFF
ON
OPEN
OPENP
U
S
HLOCKOFF
1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
EAUT1092
Ignition circuit cut-off system Check the operation of the sidestand
switch against the information below.
WARNING
EWA10260


The vehicle must be placed on
the centerstand during this in-
spection.


If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the sys-tem before riding.
Turn the key on.
Put the sidestand up.Push the start switch while applying
either of the brake levers. The engine will
start.Put the sidestand down.
If the engine stalls:
The sidestand switch is OK.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15980
WARNING
EWA10870


Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


For safety, always start the en-gine with the centerstand down.
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NOTE:This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine willcrank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engine CAUTION:
ECA10250
See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-hicle for the first time.
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the side-
stand must be up.
WARNING
EWA10290


Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-12.


Never ride with the sidestanddown.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
CAUTION:
ECAT1040
The engine trouble warning light
should come on for a few seconds,
then go off. If the warning light does
not go off, have a Yamaha dealercheck the electrical circuit.
2. Close the throttle completely.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-5
5
EAU17212
Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
EWA10310


Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.


Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehiclemay overturn.
CAUTION:
ECA10380
Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass orother flammable materials.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-25
6
EAUT2022
Replacing the fuse The fuse holder is located beside the
battery. Remove panel B to access the
fuse. (See page 6-6.)
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
CAUTION:
ECAT1061


Do not use a fuse of a higher
amperage rating than recom-
mended to avoid causing exten-
sive damage to the electrical
system and possibly a fire.


After removing and installing
the main fuse, be sure to turn
the main switch from “ON” to
“OFF” three times in 3 seconds
intervals to initialize the idlespeed control system.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if the
devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
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Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Remove cowling B. (See page
6-6.)
3. Remove the headlight bulb cover.
4. Remove the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the defective bulb
from the headlight unit.
1. Fuse
2. Spare fuseSpecified fuse:
15.0 A1
2
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
9
EAU26351
Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the frame.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your vehicle and may
be used to register it with the licensingauthority in your area.
1. Key identification number
1
1. Vehicle identification number
1
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INDEXAAcceleration and deceleration................. 5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-4
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-27BBattery................................................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-5
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-6
Brake levers, lubricating........................ 6-21
Brake pads and shoes, checking .......... 6-18
Braking .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-20
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier ................................................... 3-10
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-8
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing ......................... 6-6DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-5EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil ................................................ 6-9
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-11
Front brake lever free play, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-22Fuel......................................................... 3-7
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-4
Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-4
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-6
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 6-25
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-5
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-25
Helmet holders ....................................... 3-9
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-5IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-12
Indicator, indicator lights and
warning light ......................................... 3-2KKeyhole cover ......................................... 3-2
Key identification number ....................... 9-1LLuggage hook ....................................... 3-11MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2PParking ................................................... 5-5
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake lever free play, adjusting .... 6-18Rear turn signal light and tail/brake
light ..................................................... 6-27
SSafe-riding points .................................... 1-4
Safety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-8
Self-diagnosis device .............................. 3-4
Sidestand .............................................. 3-11
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starting off ............................................... 5-2
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-5
Steering, checking................................. 6-23
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-9TThrottle cable free play, checking ......... 6-15
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-21
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-28
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-29
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-26
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-5VValve clearance..................................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-23
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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