2010 YAMAHA XMAX 250 turn signal

2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing thestart switch while applying the
front or rear brake. NOTICE: For
maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engi-
ne is cold!
[ECA11041]
If the engine does not start, rele-
ase the start switch, wait a few
seconds, and then try again.
Each starting attempt should be
as short as possible to preserve
the battery. Do not crank the
engine more than 10 seconds on
any one attempt.
EAU45091
Starting off
1. While pulling the rear brake lever with your left hand and holding
the grab bar with your right hand,
push the scooter off the centers-
tand.
1. Grab bar
2. Sit astride the seat, and thenadjust the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signals on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signals off.
EAU16780
Acceleration and
deceleration
The speed can be adjusted by ope-
ning and closing the throttle. To incre-
ase the speed, turn the throttle grip in
direction (a). To reduce the speed,
turn the throttle grip in direction (b).

(a) (b)

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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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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EAU43051
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb
1. Place the scooter on the centers-tand.
2. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Turn signal light bulb
2. Turn signal light bulb socket
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb bypulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
EAUS1781
Replacing a tail/brake light
bulb or a rear turn signal
light bulb
1. Place the vehicle on the centers-tand.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8).
3. Remove the tail/brake light unit by removing the screws.
1. Screw
4. Remove the tail/brake light andturn signal light bulb holder
together with the dust protector
by pressing the tabs, and then
pulling both outward.
1. Dust protector
2. Tabs
1. Turn signal light bulb
2. Tail/brake light bulb
5. Remove the burnt-out bulb bypushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.


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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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