2008 YAMAHA XCITY 125 check oil

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-10
6
EAU20061
Final transmission oil The final transmission case must be
checked for oil leakage before each
ride. If any leakage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the
scooter. In addition, the final transmis-
sion oil must be changed as follows at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Start the engine, warm up the final
transmission oil by riding the
scooter for several minutes, and
then stop the engine.
2. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
3. Place an oil pan under the final
transmission case to collect the
used oil.
4. Remove the oil filler cap and drain
bolt to drain the oil from the final
transmission case.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 thetire or wheel.
7. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
1. Final transmission oil drain boltTightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
1
ZAUM0658ZAUM0703
1
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.21 L (0.22 US qt) (0.18 Imp.qt)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-18
6Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:


When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.


Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.


Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.


Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
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.
EAU22720
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 brake master
cylinder and caliper as well as the
brake hose replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are dam-
aged or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.


Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-19
6
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 unsafeconditions.
EAU23111
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
EAU23172
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers The pivoting points of the front and rear
brake levers must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Silicone greaseZAUM0061
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-20
6
EAU23211
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand
The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
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 thatthere 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.
1. Sidestand
1. CenterstandZAUM0667
1
1
ZAUM0668
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
pose grease)
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INDEXAAcceleration and deceleration................. 5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-28BBattery................................................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-18
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-17
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-9
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-9
Brake levers, lubricating........................ 6-19
Braking .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-19
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-11
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-20
Coolant.................................................. 6-11
Coolant temperature gauge .................... 3-5
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing ......................... 6-5DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-8
Display, multi-function ............................. 3-5EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil ................................................ 6-7
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-10
Front and rear brake lever free play...... 6-16
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17Front fork, checking .............................. 6-20
Fuel....................................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-10
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-23
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-24
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-15
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-3
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-28
Luggage hook ....................................... 3-14MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2PParking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2SSafe-riding points.................................... 1-4
Safety information................................... 1-1Seat ....................................................... 3-11
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-13
Sidestand .............................................. 3-14
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-4
Starting off ............................................... 5-2
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking................................. 6-21
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment................... 3-12, 3-13
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ............................. 6-27
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-19
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-28
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-29
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-26
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-8VValve clearance..................................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-22
Wheels .................................................. 6-16
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