2009 YAMAHA TMAX tow

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. When the key is
turned to “ON”, the fuel gauge needle
will sweep once across the fuel level
range and then return to “E” (Empty) in
order to test the electrical circuit. The
needle moves towards “E” as the fuel
level decreases. When the needle
reaches the red zone, approximately
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal) re-
main in the fuel tank. If this occurs, re-
fuel as soon as possible.
TIP

Do not allow the fuel tank to empty itself
completely.
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Coolant temperature gauge
With the key in the “ON” position, the
coolant temperature gauge indicates
the temperature of the coolant. When
the key is turned to “ON”, the coolant
temperature gauge needle will sweep
once across the temperature range and
then return to “C” in order to test the
electrical circuit. The coolant tempera-
ture varies with changes 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 6-35.)
1. Fuel gauge
2. Red zone
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1. Coolant temperature gauge
2. Red zone
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leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.

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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “ ” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch “ ”
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake to
crank the engine with the starter. See
page 5-1 for starting instructions prior
to starting the engine.
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The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light will come on whenthe key is turned to “ON” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction.
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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
NOTICE

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Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en-
gine not running, otherwise the bat-
tery may discharge.
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Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located at the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
The front brake lever is equipped with a
position adjusting dial. To adjust the
distance between the front brake lever
and the handlebar grip, turn the adjust-
ing dial while holding the front brake le-
ver pushed away from the handlebar
grip. Make sure that the appropriate
1. Front brake lever
2. Brake lever position adjusting dial
3. “ ” mark
4. Distance between brake lever and
handlebar grip
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setting on the adjusting dial is aligned
with the “ ” mark on the front brake le-
ver.

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Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located at the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
The rear brake lever is equipped with a
position adjusting dial. To adjust the
distance between the rear brake lever
and the handlebar grip, turn the adjust-
ing dial while holding the rear brake le-
ver pushed away from the handlebar
grip. Make sure that the appropriatesetting on the adjusting dial is aligned
with the “ ” mark on the rear brake le-
ver.
1. Rear brake lever
2. Brake lever position adjusting dial
3. “ ” mark
4. Distance between brake lever and
handlebar grip
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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9 Engine overheating
WARNING

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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.

Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap
while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
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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.
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.