2008 YAMAHA XMAX 125 tow

EAUM1470
Fuel gauge
1. Fuel gauge
2. Fuel level warning light “ ”
The fuel gauge indicates the amount
of fuel in the fuel tank. The needle
moves towards “E” (Empty) as the
fuel level decreases. When the remai-
ning fuel in the tank reaches approxi-
mately 2 L (0.53 US gal) (0.44
Imp.gal), the fuel level warning light
will come on and the multi-function
display will automatically change to
the “Trip/fuel” mode. (See page 3-6.)
If this occurs, refuel as soon as possi-
ble.
NOTE:
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty
itself completely.EAU12171
Coolant temperature gauge
1. Red zone
2. Coolant temperature gauge
With the key in the “ON” position, the
coolant temperature gauge indicates
the temperature of the coolant. The
coolant temperature varies with chan-
ges in the weather and engine load. If
the needle reaches or enters the red
zone, stop the vehicle and let the
engine cool. (See page 6-34.)
ECA10020
CAUTION:
Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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NOTE:
Even if the key is turned from “ON” to
“OFF” with the hazard lighting on, the
hazard lighting will continue to flash
regardless of the hazard switch posi-
tion. To cancel the hazard lighting, the
key must be turned to “ON” and the
hazard switch must be set to the “h”
position.
The hazard lighting is used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your scooter is stopped where
it might be a traffic hazard.
ECA10060
CAUTION:
Do not use the hazard light for an
extended length of time, otherwise
the battery may discharge.
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Start switch “g”
With the sidestand up, push this
switch while applying the front or rear
brake to crank the engine with the
starter.
ECA10050
CAUTION:
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Front brake lever
1. Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the
front brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
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Rear brake lever
1. Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the hand-
lebar grip.
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Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
Open the lid by pulling the lever up.
1. Push
1. Open the lid
Insert the key into the fuel tank cap
lock and turn it 1/4 turn counterclock-
wise. The lock will be released and
the fuel tank cap can be removed.
1. Open the fuel tank cap
NOTE:
After removing the fuel tank cap, pla-
ce it into the fuel tank cap holder as
shown.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
fuel tank opening with the key
inserted in the lock and the
match marks aligned.
2. Turn the key clockwise to the ori-
ginal position, and then remove
it.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-34
6 Engine overheating
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WARNING
●Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
●After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the his-
sing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.
The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
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