2010 YAMAHA XMAX 250 ECU

EAU23272
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
EAU45511
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.1. Place the vehicle on the centers- tand. WARNING! To avoid
injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of
it falling over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.

NOTICE

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amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher ampera-
ge rating than recommended
to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical sys-
tem and possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
TIP
Fuse tongs and a bag containing spa-
re fuses are included in the owner’s
tool kit. Use the tongs to remove and
install a fuse.
1. Radiator fan fuse
2. ECU fuse
3. Backup fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Headlight fuse
6. Ignition fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Spare fuse
9. Spare fuse
3. Turn the key to “ON” 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.
EAU34240
Replacing a headlight bulb
This model is equipped with quartz
bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb
burns out, have a Yamaha dealer
replace it and, if necessary, adjust the
headlight beam.
Specified fuses:Main fuse:30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 7.5 A
Hazard fuse: 10.0 A
ECU fuse: 5.0 A
Backup fuse: 5.0 A

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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 2
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W x 1
Meter lighting: 12 V, 2.0 W x 3
High beam indicator light: 12 V, 1.4 W x 1
Turn signal indicator light: 12 V, 1.4 W x 2
Engine trouble warning light: 12 V, 1.4 W x 1
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 7.5 A
Hazard fuse: 10.0 A
ECU fuse: 5.0 A
Backup fuse: 5.0 A
SPECIFICATIONS
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AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements ................................................6-15
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-28
BBattery......................................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-20
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-21
Brake lever, front ......................................3-12
Brake lever, rear .......................................3-12
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-21
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCare............................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .......................................6-22
Coolant.....................................................6-13
Cowling and panel, removing and installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch .........................................3-11
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil .................................................6-10
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-12
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-18
Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-19
Front fork, checking .................................6-23
Fuel ..........................................................3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3 Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-12
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-25
HHandlebar switches .................................3-11
Hazard switch ..........................................3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-26
High beam indicator light...........................3-4
Horn switch ..............................................3-11
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-19
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .............3-4
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-4
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-28
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ......6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .....6-3
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display ................................3-6
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................1-5
Pass switch ..............................................3-11
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-5
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-15
Securing bracket ......................................3-15Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-18
Sidestand .................................................3-18
Spark plug, checking .................................6-9
Specifications.............................................7-3
Speedometer .............................................3-5
Start switch ..............................................3-11
Starting off .................................................5-2
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartments ............................3-16
TTachometer ................................................3-5
Tail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-27
Throttle cable free play, checking ............6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..............................................6-21
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-2
Troubleshooting .......................................6-29
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-30
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-4
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ................................................6-27
Turn signal switch ....................................3-11
VValve clearance ........................................6-16
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-24
Wheels .....................................................6-18
INDEX

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