2012 YAMAHA TMAX coolant

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
EAU10410
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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EAU52241
Multi-function display
WARNING
EWA12312
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function display. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
operator and increase the risk of anaccident.The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:

a fuel meter

a coolant temperature meter

an odometer

two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)

a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled
when the remaining fuel in the
fuel tank reaches approximately
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal))

a self-diagnosis device

a clock

an ambient temperature display

a fuel consumption display (aver-
age and instantaneous consump-
tion functions)

an oil change tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled since
the last engine oil change)

a V-belt replacement tripmeter
(which shows the distance trav-
eled since the last V-belt replace-
ment)
TIP
Be sure to turn the key to “ON” be-
fore using the left and right set but-
tons.

When the key is turned to “ON”, all
of the display segments of the
1. Left set button
2. Fuel meter
3. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
4. Odometer
5. Coolant temperature warning indicator “”
6. Coolant temperature meter
7. Right set button
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1. Tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter
2. Ambient temperature/average fuel con- sumption/instantaneous fuel consumption
1. Clock
211
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9V-Belt Trip
 Oil Trip  Odo
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the left set button until “Trip F”, “Trip
1” or “Trip 2” is displayed. While “Trip
F”, “Trip 1” or “Trip 2” is displayed, push
the right set button for at least one sec-
ond. If you do not reset the fuel reserve
tripmeter manually, it will reset itself au-
tomatically and the display will return to
the prior mode after refueling and trav-
eling 5 km (3 mi).
TIPThe display cannot be changed back to
“Trip F” after pushing the right set but-ton. Fuel meter
With the key in the “ON” position, the
fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel
in the fuel tank. The display segments
of the fuel meter disappear towards “E”
(Empty) as the fuel level decreases.
When the fuel level reaches the bottom
segment near “E”, the fuel level warn-
ing indicator, “F”, “E”, and the bottom
segment will flash. Refuel as soon as
possible.
Coolant temperature meter
With the key in the “ON” position, the
coolant temperature meter indicates
the temperature of the coolant. The
coolant temperature varies with chang-
es in the weather and engine load. If
the top segment, “H”, “C”, and coolanttemperature warning indicator flash,
stop the vehicle and let the engine cool.
(See page 6-37.)
NOTICE
ECA10021
Do not continue to operate the en-gine if it is overheating.
1. Fuel reserve tripmeter
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EAU15596
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
EWA11151
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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23 *Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. 
Change with ethylene glycol anti-freeze coolant. Every 3 years
24 * V- b e l t Replace. When the V-belt replacement indicator flashes [every 20000 km (12500 mi)]
25 * Front and rear
brake switches Check operation.

26 Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.

27 * Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and
adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing. 
28 * Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.

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
(24000 mi)
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been reached), the indicator must be
reset after the oil change for the next
periodic oil change to be indicated at
the correct time.
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.
EAU52020
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand.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
left floorboard mat by pulling it up.
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
1. Coolant level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Floorboard mat
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9er by removing the screw.
5. Open the coolant reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level
mark, and then close the reservoir
cap. 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- 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]

6. Install the coolant reservoir cover by installing the screw.
7. Place the left floorboard mat in the original position and push it down-
ward to secure it.
EAU52030
Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
To replace the air filter element1. Remove panel C. (See page 6-8.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws.
3. Pull the air filter element out.
1. Coolant reservoir cover
2. Screw
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1. Coolant reservoir capCoolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.27 L (0.29 US qt, 0.24 Imp.qt)
1
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1
1 2
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