2009 YAMAHA VMAX oil

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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9

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Wheels

Check runout and for damage.
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Tires

Check tread depth and for dam-
age.

Replace if necessary.

Check air pressure.

Correct if necessary.
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Wheel bearings

Check bearing for looseness or
damage.
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Swingarm

Check operation and for exces-
sive play.
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Lubricate with lith-
ium-soap-based grease.Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
13

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Steering bearings

Check bearing play and steering
for roughness.
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Lubricate with lith-
ium-soap-based grease.Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
14

Brake lever pivot
shaft

Lubricate with silicone grease.
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15

Brake pedal pivot
shaft

Lubricate with lith-
ium-soap-based grease.
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Clutch lever pivot
shaft

Lubricate with silicone grease.
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17

Shift pedal pivot
shaft

Lubricate with lith-
ium-soap-based grease.
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Sidestand

Check operation.

Lubricate.
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Sidestand switch

Check operation.
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Front fork

Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-4
1
2
3
4
5
6
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8
9

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Shock absorber
assembly

Check operation and shock
absorber for oil leakage.
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Rear suspension
relay arm and con-
necting arm pivoting
points

Check operation.
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Fuel injection sys-
tem

Adjust synchronization.
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Engine oil

Change.

Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.
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Engine oil filter car-
tridge

Replace.
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Cooling system

Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.
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Change. Every 3 years
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Final gear oil

Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.
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Change.
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Front and rear brake
switches

Check operation.
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Moving parts and
cables

Lubricate.
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Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable

Check operation and free play.

Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.

Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-5
2
3
4
5
67
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EAU36771
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Air filter

This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com-
pressed air to avoid damaging it.

The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

Hydraulic brake and clutch service

Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid and clutch fluid levels.

Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers as well as clutch master
and release cylinders, and change the brake and clutch fluids.

Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Air induction system

Check the air cut-off valve, reed
valve, and hose for damage.

Replace any damaged parts if
necessary.
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Mufflers and exhaust
pipes

Check the screw clamps for
looseness.
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EXUP system

Check operation, cable free play
and pulley position.
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Lights, signals and
switches

Check operation.

Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-9
2
3
4
5
67
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9
TIP

If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.
NOTICE

ECA10840
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twist
it back and forth while pushing it in.
EAU19907
Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.
TIP

The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment)
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
12.5 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9 ft·lbf)
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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3
4
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4. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase.
TIP

Skip steps 5–7 if the oil filter cartridge is
not being replaced.
5. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.
TIP

An oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.
6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine
oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.
TIP

Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
7. Install the new oil filter cartridge
with an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Engine oil drain bolt
1
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1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
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1. O-ring

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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8. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
9. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
TIP

Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE

ECA11620

In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
10. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
TIP

After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient.
NOTICE

ECA10400
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
1. Torque wrench
Tightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 30 ft·lbf)
1

Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment:
4.30 L (4.55 US qt, 3.78 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
4.70 L (4.97 US qt, 4.14 Imp.qt)
1. “CD” specification
2. “ENERGY CONSERVING II”
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-12
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4
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11. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.

EAU46572
Final gear oil
The final gear case must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If any
leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal-
er check and repair the vehicle. In addi-
tion, the final gear oil must be checked
and changed as follows at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
WARNING

EWA10370

Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the final gear case.

Make sure that no oil gets on the
tire or wheel.
To check the final gear oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
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The final gear oil level must be
checked on a cold engine.

Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the oil level.2. Loosen the final gear oil check bolt
until oil flows out.
3. If no oil flows out, remove the final
gear oil filler bolt. (See steps 3–4
under “To change the final gear oil”
for oil filler bolt removal.)
4. Pour the recommended type of oil
in the final gear oil filler hole until it
flows out of the oil check bolt hole.
5. Install the final gear oil filler bolt
and final gear oil check bolt, and
then tighten them to their specified
torques.
1. Final gear oil drain bolt
2. Final gear oil check bolt
3. Final gear oil drain bolt washer
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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2
3
4
5
67
8
9 To change the final gear oil
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face.
2. Place an oil pan under the final
gear case to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the final gear case
breather cap by removing the bolt
and washer.4. Remove the oil drain bolt and the
filler bolt to drain the oil from the fi-
nal gear case.
5. Replace the final gear oil drain bolt
washer, and then install the final
gear oil drain bolt.
6. Tighten the final gear oil drain bolt
to the specified torque.
7. Refill with the recommended final
gear oil.
8. Install the oil filler bolt, and then
tighten it to the specified torque.
9. Install the final gear case breather
cap by installing the washer andbolt, and then tighten the bolt to the
specified torque.
10. Check the final gear case for oil
leakage. If oil is leaking, check for
the cause.

Tightening torques:
Final gear oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16 ft·lbf)
Final gear oil check bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
1. Final gear oil filler bolt
2. Final gear case breather cap
3. Washer
4. Final gear case breather cap bolt
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Tightening torque:
Final gear oil drain bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16 ft·lbf)
Recommended final gear oil:
Shaft drive gear oil (Part No.:
9079E-SH001-00)
Oil quantity:
0.30 L (0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Final gear oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16 ft·lbf)

Tightening torque:
Final gear case breather cap bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)