2009 YAMAHA AEROX50 engine

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-24
6
EAU37621
Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is
enough fuel.
There is
no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the
electric starter or the
kickstarter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wet
Dry
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start. Have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.The engine does not start.
Check the battery.Open the throttle halfway and
operate the electric starter.
Operate the
electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the electrolyte and battery
lead connections, and charge the
battery if necessary.
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6Engine overheating
WARNING
EWA10400


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 hissingsound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas soon as possible.
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 TIP.)
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.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-1
7
EAU26093
Care While the open design of a scooter re-
veals the attractiveness of the technol-
ogy, it also makes it more vulnerable.
Rust and corrosion can develop even if
high-quality components are used. A
rusty exhaust pipe may go unnoticed
on a car, however, it detracts from the
overall appearance of a scooter. Fre-
quent and proper care does not only
comply with the terms of the warranty,
but it will also keep your scooter looking
good, extend its life and optimize its
performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug cap, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod-ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
NOTICE
ECA10782


Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.


Improper cleaning can damage
plastic parts (such as cowlings,
panels, windshields, headlight
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) and
the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or sponge with wa-
ter to clean plastic. However, if
the plastic parts cannot be thor-
oughly cleaned with water, di-
luted mild detergent with water
may be used. Be sure to rinseoff any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.


Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.


Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.


For scooters equipped with a
windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
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7-3
7
NOTICE
ECA10800


Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.


Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.


Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wearaway the paint.
TIP

Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.


Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from thelens.
EAU26301
Storage Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.NOTICE
ECA10820


Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.


To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.2. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
4. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
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7-4
7spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
5. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
8. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-19.
TIPMake any necessary repairs beforestoring the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
1818 mm (71.6 in)
Overall width:
719 mm (28.3 in)
Overall height:
1170 mm (46.1 in)
Seat height:
828 mm (32.6 in)
Wheelbase:
1256 mm (49.4 in)
Ground clearance:
148 mm (5.83 in)
Minimum turning radius:
1800 mm (70.9 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
97.0 kg (214 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
49.0 cm³
Bore × stroke:
40.0 × 39.2 mm (1.57 × 1.54 in)
Compression ratio:
7.90 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter and kickstarter
Lubrication system:
Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube)
Engine oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 2 or 2-stroke engine oil (JASO
FC grade) or (ISO EG-C or EG-D grade)
Engine oil quantity:
Quantity:
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)Final transmission oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil
Quantity:
0.11 L (0.12 US qt, 0.10 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.20 L (1.27 US qt, 1.06 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
7.0 L (1.85 US gal, 1.54 Imp.gal)Carburetor:Manufacturer:
GURTNER
Type × quantity:
PY 12 x 1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/BR8HSSpark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch:Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal automaticTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
52 × 13 (4.000)
Secondary reduction system:
Spur gear
Secondary reduction ratio:
43 × 14 (3.070)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic typeChassis:Frame type:
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle:
27.00 °
Trail:
90.0 mm (3.54 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/60-13 53L (MICHELIN), 53P (PIRELLI)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN / PILOT SPORT
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI / EVO21
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INDEXAAcceleration and deceleration................. 5-2
Air filter element, cleaning..................... 6-10BBattery................................................... 6-19
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-16
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-15
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-5
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-5
Brake levers, lubricating........................ 6-16
Braking .................................................... 5-2CCarburetor,adjusting ............................. 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-7
Centerstand, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-17
Coolant.................................................... 6-9
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-2
Cowling and panel, removing and
installing................................................ 6-6DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-4EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine oil ................................................ 3-8FFinal transmission oil .............................. 6-8
Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking ............................................. 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-14
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-17
Fuel ......................................................... 3-6
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-4
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-5
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 6-20
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-21
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2KKey identification number ....................... 9-1
Kickstarter............................................... 3-9MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2OOil level warning light.............................. 3-2PParking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..................................................... 6-2RRider seat ............................................... 3-9SSafe-riding points.................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting
(if equipped) ....................................... 3-11
Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-7
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-3Starting a cold engine ............................. 5-1
Starting off ............................................... 5-2
Start switch.............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking................................. 6-18
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments .......................... 3-10
TTachometer (if equipped) ........................ 3-3
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-22
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-11
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-16
Tires ...................................................... 6-12
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-23
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-24
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-22
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VVehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-18
Wheels .................................................. 6-13
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