2012 YAMAHA TMAX check oil

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION .................. 1-1
Further safe-riding points ................ 1-5
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system .... ..................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................ 3-2
Indicator lights and warning light .... 3-3
Speedometer .................................. 3-4
Tachometer .................................... 3-4
Multi-function display ...................... 3-5
Anti-theft alarm (opti onal) ............. 3-12
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12
Front brake lever .......................... 3-13
Rear brake lever ........................... 3-14
Rear brake lock lever .................... 3-15
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel ............................................... 3-16
Catalytic converter ........................ 3-18
Seat .............................................. 3-18
Adjusting the rider backrest .......... 3-19
Helmet holder ............................... 3-20
Storage compartments ................. 3-20
Windshield .................................... 3-22
Rear view mirrors ......................... 3-24
Shock absorber assembly ............ 3-24 Sidestand ..................................... 3-25
Ignition circuit cut-o
ff system ........ 3-25
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission contro l system ....... 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-15
Adjusting the engine idling speed ........................................ 6-16 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance ............................ 6-17
Tires .............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels .................................. 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake lever free play .................. 6-20
Adjusting the rear brake lock
cable .......................................... 6-21
Checking the rear brake lock ........ 6-21
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................. 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-24
Drive belt slack ............................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ................ 6-25
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers ............................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ........ 6-26
Checking the front fork .................. 6-26
Checking the steering ................... 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-27
Battery .......................................... 6-28
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-30
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-31
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view
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1. Battery (page 6-28)
2. V-belt air filter element (left)
3. Helmet holder (page 3-20)
4. Rear storage compartment (page 3-20)
5. Grab bar (page 5-2)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)
7. Sidestand (page 3-25) 8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-11)
10.Oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
11.Coolant level check window (page 6-14)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Oil change indicator “Oil”
This indicator flashes at the initial 1000
km (600 mi), then at 5000 km (3000 mi)
and every 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter
to indicate that the engine oil should be
changed.
After changing the engine oil, reset the
oil change indicator. To reset the oil
change indicator, select it by pushing
the left set button until “Oil Trip” is dis-
played, and then push the left set but-
ton at least one second. When pushing
the left set button, “Oil Trip” starts flash-
ing. While “Oil Trip” is flashing, push the
left set button for at least three sec-
onds.
If the engine oil is changed before the oil change indicator “Oil” flashes (i.e.
before the periodic oil change interval
has been reached), the indicator “Oil”
must be reset after the oil change for
the next periodic oil change to be indi-
cated at the correct time.
The electrical circuit of the indicator can
be checked according to the following
procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ” and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Check that the oil change indicator comes on for a few seconds and
then goes off.
3. If the oil change indicator does not come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electr ical circuit. V-belt replacement indicator
“V-Belt”
This indicator flashes every 20000 km
(12500 mi) when the V-belt needs to be
replaced.
After changing the V-belt, reset the
V-belt replacement indicator. To reset
the V-belt replacement indicator, select
it by pushing the left set button until
“V-Belt Trip” is displayed, and then
push the left set button at least one sec-
ond. When pushing the left set button,
“V-Belt Trip” starts flashing. While
“V-Belt Trip” is flashing, push the left set
button for at least three seconds.
If the V-belt is changed before the
V-belt replacement indicator “V-Belt”
1. Oil change indicator “Oil”1
1. V-belt replacement indicator “V-Belt”1
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.
Check fuel tank breather hose and overfl
ow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check hose connections. 3-16
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-11
Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage. 6-14
Front brake Check operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add specified brak
e fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-20, 6-22, 6-23
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
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0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 4000
r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the engine oil must
be changed, and the oil filter car-
tridge or element replaced.
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1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 5000
r/min. 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
NOTICE
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Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
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If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-cle.
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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
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Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
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Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.
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Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials whichmight catch fire.
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11 *Drive belt Check belt condition.
Replace if damaged.
Check belt tension.
Adjust if necessary. 
Every 10000 km (6000 mi) until 40000 km (24000 mi), and every
5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter
12 * Drive pulley and
drive axle Lubricate.
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13 * Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering
for roughness. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
14 * Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are properly
tightened. 
15 Front brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.
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16 Rear brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.
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17 Sidestand,
centerstand Check operation.
Lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease. 
18 * Sidestand switch Check operation. 
19 * Front fork Check operation and for oil
leakage. 
20 * Shock absorber
assembly Check operation and shock
absorber for oil leakage. 
21 Engine oil Change. (See pages 3-8 and
6-11.) 
When the oil change indicator flashes
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 5000 km (3000 mi)
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22 Engine oil filter
cartridge Replace.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
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Engine air filter and V-belt air filters
This model’s engine air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with
compressed air to avoid damaging it.
The engine air filter element needs to be replaced and the V- belt air filter elements need to be serviced more frequent-
ly when riding in unusuall y wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regu larly check the brake fluid
levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid. Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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9installing 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.
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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 the center- stand. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for two minutes, and then turn it off.NOTICE
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The engine must be cold before pro-
ceeding with the oil level check, oth-
erwise the check will result in a falsereading.
3. Wait two minutes until the oil set- tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-left side of the crank-
case.
TIPThe engine oil should be between theminimum 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 it1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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