2008 YAMAHA XMAX 250 immobilizer

SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-3
Self-diagnosis device .......................3-3
Speedometer ....................................3-4
Fuel gauge ........................................3-5
Coolant temperature gauge..............3-5
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-9
Handlebar switches ..........................3-9
Front brake lever.............................3-10
Rear brake lever..............................3-10
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Catalytic converters ........................3-13
Seat.................................................3-13
Storage compartments ...................3-14
Front storage compartment............3-15
Rear storage compartment.............3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-17
Sidestand ........................................3-17Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-18
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS..................................5-1
Starting the engine ...........................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-2
Braking..............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption..................................5-3
Engine break-in.................................5-4
Parking ..............................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR...................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-3
Removing and installing the
cowlings and panel .......................6-6
Checking the spark plug ..................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................6-9
Final transmission oil ......................6-11
Coolant ...........................................6-12
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-13
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-15
Valve clearance ...............................6-15Tires ................................................6-16
Cast wheels ....................................6-18
Front and rear brake lever free
play ..............................................6-18
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-19
Changing the brake fluid ................6-20
Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-21
Checking and lubricating the t
hrottle grip and cable ..................6-21
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-21
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-22
Checking the front fork ...................6-22
Checking the steering.....................6-23
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-24
Battery ............................................6-24
Replacing the fuses ........................6-25
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-27
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-28
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb
or a rear turn signal light bulb .....6-28
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-30
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb.....6-30
Troubleshooting ..............................6-30
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-31
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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EAU10974
Immobilizer system
1. Code re-registering key (red bow)
2. Standard keys (black bow)
This vehicle is equipped with an
immobilizer system to help prevent
theft by re-registering codes in the
standard keys. This system consists
of the following.
●a code re-registering key (with a
red bow)
●two standard keys (with a black
bow) that can be re-registered
with new codes
●a transponder (which is installed
in the code re-registering key)
●an immobilizer unit
●an ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
●an immobilizer system indicator
light (See page 3-3.)The key with the red bow is used to
register codes in each standard key.
Since re-registering is a difficult pro-
cess, take the vehicle along with all
three keys to a Yamaha dealer to have
them re-registered. Do not use the
key with the red bow for driving. It
should only be used for re-registering
the standard keys. Always use a stan-
dard key for driving.
ECA11821
CAUTION:
●DO NOT LOSE THE CODE RE-
REGISTERING KEY! CONTACT
YOUR DEALER IMMEDIATELY
IF IT IS LOST! If the code re-
registering key is lost, registe-
ring new codes in the standard
keys is impossible. The stan-
dard keys can still be used to
start the vehicle, however if
code re-registering is required
(i.e., if a new standard key is
made or all keys are lost) the
entire immobilizer system must
be replaced. Therefore, it is
highly recommended to use
either standard key and keep
the code re-registering key in a
safe place.
●Do not submerse any key in
water.
●Do not expose any key to
excessively high temperatures.
●Do not place any key close to
magnets (this includes, but not
limited to, products such as
speakers, etc.).
●Do not place items that trans-
mit electrical signals close to
any key.
●Do not place heavy items on
any key.
●Do not grind any key or alter its
shape.
●Do not disassemble the plastic
part of any key.
●Do not put two keys of any
immobilizer system on the
same key ring.
●Keep the standard keys as well
as keys of other immobilizer
systems away from this vehi-
cle’s code re-registering key.
●Keep other immobilizer system
keys away from the main
switch as they may cause sig-
nal interference.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
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To unlock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EWA10060
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WARNING
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 vehi-
cle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
EAU11003
Indicator and warning lights
1. High beam indicator light “j”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “c”
3. Right turn signal indicator light “d”
4. Engine trouble warning light “”
5. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
6. Fuel level warning light “ ”
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “c” and
“
d”
The corresponding indicator light flas-
hes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “j”
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is swit-
ched on.
EAU12090
Self-diagnosis device
This model is equipped with a self-
diagnosis device for various electrical
circuits.
If any of those circuits are defective,
the engine trouble warning light will
come on or flash. If this occurs, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
ECA11170
CAUTION:
To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs.
EAUT1931
Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light flashes or stays on
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this
occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis 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.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU11350
Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
2 L (0.53 US gal) (0.44 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possi-
ble.
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.
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
circuit.
When the key is turned to “OFF” and
30 seconds have passed, the indica-
tor light will start flashing indicating
the immobilizer system is enabled.
After 24 hours have passed, the indi-cator light will stop flashing, however
the immobilizer system is still ena-
bled.
EAU11591
Speedometer
1. Speedometer
UK ONLY
1. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the riding
speed.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
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EAU15980
EWA10870
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WARNING
●Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thoroughly
understand.
●Never start the engine or ope-
rate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of cons-
ciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
●For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
EAUM2230
Starting the engineECA10250
CAUTION:
See page 5-4 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the sides-
tand must be up.
EWA10290
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WARNING
●Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-18.
●Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.ECAM1080
CAUTION:
The following warning lights and
indicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.
●Fuel level warning light
●Engine trouble warning light
●Immobilizer system indicator
lightIf a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see page 3-3 for the
corresponding warning and indica-
tor light circuit check.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
1. Rear brake lever
2. Start switch
3. Front brake lever
NOTE:
If the engine does not start, release
the start switch, wait a few seconds,
and then try again. Each starting
attempt should be as short as possi-
ble to preserve the battery. Do not
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
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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
8-3
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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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