2009 YAMAHA XCITY 250 radiator

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-11
66. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended final transmis-
sion oil, and then install and tighten
the oil filler cap. WARNING! Make
sure that no foreign material en-
ters the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on the
tire or wheel.
[EWA11311]
7. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
EAU20070
Coolant The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAUM2102
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.TIP

The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.


Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to theside can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
TIPThe coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
cowling A. (See page 6-6.)
4. Open the reservoir cap, and then
add coolant to the maximum level
mark. WARNING! Remove only
the coolant reservoir cap. Never
attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
[EWA15161]
NOTICE: If coolant is not
available, use distilled water or
soft tap water instead. Do not
use hard water or salt water
since it is harmful to the engine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
1
2
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6-12
6 wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion. If water has been
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
[ECA10472]
5. Close the reservoir cap, and then
install the cowling.
EAU33031
Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10381]EAUS1334
Air filter and V-belt case air fil-
ter elements The air filter element should be re-
placed and the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment should be cleaned at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. Service the air fil-
ter elements more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Replacing the air filter element
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
1. Coolant reservoir capCoolant reservoir capacity:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
1
ZAUM0661
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
3. Air filter element1
2 2ZAUM0662
3
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6-23
63. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery cancause permanent battery damage.
EAU23526
Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the fuse box, which
contains the fuses for the individual cir-
cuits, are located behind panel A. (See
page 6-6.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to“” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
1. Main fuse
2. Spare fuse
12
ZAUM0672
1. Fuse box
2. Radiator fan fuse
3. ECU (Electronic Control Unit) fuse
4. Backup fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Ignition fuse
8. Spare fuse
9. Spare fuse
10.Spare fuse
1
ZAUM0673
23
8910456 7
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6-24
6 3. Turn the key to“” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAUM2181
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb
headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of awattage higher than specified.To replace a high beam headlight
bulb
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-6.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
ECU (Electronic Control Unit) fuse:
5.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
5.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
5.0 A
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
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6-30
6 Engine 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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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2175 mm (85.6 in) (without rear carrier)
2215 mm (87.2 in) (with rear carrier)
Overall width:
785 mm (30.9 in)
Overall height:
1475 mm (58.1 in)
Seat height:
790 mm (31.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1470 mm (57.9 in)
Ground clearance:
165 mm (6.50 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2400 mm (94.5 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
173.0 kg (381 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
249.8 cm³
Bore × stroke:
69.0 × 66.8 mm (2.72 × 2.63 in)
Compression ratio:
10.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
1.20 L (1.27 US qt, 1.06 Imp.qt)Final transmission oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil
Quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.02 L (1.08 US qt, 0.90 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
10.5 L (2.77 US gal, 2.31 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.7 L (0.72 US gal, 0.60 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Manufacturer:
AISAN
Type/quantity:
EFI / 1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/DPR8EA-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal automaticTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system:
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio:
42/14 (3.000)
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED x 2
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
5.0 A
ECU (Electronic Control Unit) fuse:
5.0 ABackup fuse:
5.0 A
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