2008 YAMAHA XMAX 250 warning light

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Braking
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually
increasing the pressure.
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WARNING
●Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over
to one side), otherwise the sco-
oter may skid or overturn.
●Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road cons-
truction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
●Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
●Ride slowly down a hill, as bra-
king downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follo-
wing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
●Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
●Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.
●Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at
traffic lights or at railroad cros-
sings).
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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6. Add the specified amount of the
recommended final transmission
oil, and then install and tighten
the oil filler cap.
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WARNING
●Make sure that no foreign
material enters the final trans-
mission 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.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the coo-
lant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:
●The coolant level must be chec-
ked on a cold engine since the
level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
●Make sure that the vehicle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Coolant level window
3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
right floorboard mat by pulling it
up.
4. Open the reservoir cap, and then
add coolant to the maximum
level mark.
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LOW2
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
22 Nm (2.2 m·kgf, 15.9 ft·lbf)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Replacing a headlight bulb
This model is equipped with two
quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling B. (See page
6-6.)
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
3. Unhook the headlight bulb hol-
der, and then remove the defecti-
ve bulb.
1. Headlight bulb holder
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WARNING
Headlight bulbs get very hot. The-
refore, keep flammable products
away from a lit headlight bulb, and
do not touch the bulb until it has
cooled down.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
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CAUTION:
Take care not to damage the follo-
wing parts:
●Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it
free from oil, otherwise the
transparency of the glass, the
luminosity of the bulb, and the
bulb life will be adversely affec-
ted. Thoroughly clean off any
dirt and fingerprints on the
headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thin-
ner.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 35 W/35.0 W x 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 2
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 1
Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED x 1
Turn signal indicator light:
LED x 2
Fuel level warning light:
LED x 1
Engine trouble warning light:
LED x 1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED x 1
Fuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 ARadiator fan fuse:
10.0 A
ECU (Electronic Control Unit) fuse:
5.0 A
Backup fuse:
5.0 A
SPECIFICATIONS
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INDEX
AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-30
BBattery......................................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-19
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-20
Brake lever, front ......................................3-10
Brake lever, rear .......................................3-10
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-21
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-21
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-13
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-22
Coolant.....................................................6-12
Coolant temperature gauge .......................3-5
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ...................................................6-6
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-9
Display, multi-function ...............................3-3
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil ...................................................6-9
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-11
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-18Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-19
Front fork, checking .................................6-22
Fuel ..........................................................3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel gauge .................................................3-5
Fuel level warning light ..............................3-4
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-11
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-25
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-9
Hazard switch ............................................3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-27
High beam indicator light...........................3-3
Horn switch ................................................3-9
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Identification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-18
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .............3-4
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-3
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-30
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-2
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-1
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-13
Self-diagnosis device.................................3-3
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ................................................3-17
Sidestand .................................................3-17
Spark plug, checking .................................6-8
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer .............................................3-4
Start switch ..............................................3-10
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment (front) ...................3-14
Storage compartment (rear) .....................3-16
Storage compartments ............................3-14
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-28
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-21
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Troubleshooting .......................................6-30
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-31
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-28
Turn signal switch ......................................3-9
VValve clearance ........................................6-15
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
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