2012 YAMAHA XCITY 125 checking 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 instruments.................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
Fuel gauge ......................................3-5
Coolant temperature gauge ............3-5
Multi-function display ......................3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-8
Front brake lever ............................3-9
Rear brake lever .............................3-9
Fuel tank cap ................................3-10
Fuel ...............................................3-10
Catalytic converters ......................3-12
Seat ..............................................3-12
Storage compartments .................3-13
Windshield ....................................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................3-15
Carrier ...........................................3-16
Luggage hook ...............................3-16
Sidestand ......................................3-16Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-17
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 ........ 5-3
Braking ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-4
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 6-8
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-9
Engine oil ..................................... 6-10
Final transmission oil .................... 6-13
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................... 6-15Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-16
Valve clearance ........................... 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels ................................. 6-19
Front and rear brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-23
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .............................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-23
Checking the front fork ................. 6-24
Checking the steering .................. 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-25
Battery ......................................... 6-25
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-27
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-28
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-29
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb or
a rear turn signal light bulb ....... 6-30
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-31U16PE3E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 19, 2012 5:17 PM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-12
6 7. Check the O-ring for damage and
replace it if necessary.
8. Install the new oil filter element and
an O-ring.
9. Install the oil filter element cover by
installing the bolts, then tightening
them to the specified torque.
TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
10. Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten the
drain bolt to the specified torque.TIPMake sure that the washer is properly
seated.11. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE
ECA11670
●
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.
●
Be sure no foreign material en-
ters the crankcase.
12. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
13. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
14. Reset the oil change indicator.
(See page 3-8.)
1. Oil filter element
2. O-ring
3. Oil filter element coverTightening torque:
Oil filter cover bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)1
2
3
ZAUM0712
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil change quantity:
Without oil filter element replace-
ment:
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
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6-21
6
EAU22581
Checking the brake fluid level Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level with the top
of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brakeRear brake
WARNING
EWA15990
Improper maintenance can result in
loss of braking ability. Observe
these precautions:●
Insufficient brake fluid may al-
low air to enter the brake sys-
tem, reducing braking
performance.
●
Clean the filler cap before re-
moving. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container.
●
Use only the specified brake flu-
id; otherwise, the rubber seals
may deteriorate, causing leak-
age.
●
Refill with the same type of
brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
●
Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
NOTICE
ECA17640
Brake fluid may damage painted sur-
faces or plastic parts. Always clean
up spilled fluid immediately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake sys-
tem leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
1. Minimum level markZAUM0665
MIN
1
1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4ZAUM0666MIN
1
MIN
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6-22
6 fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
further riding.
EAU22721
Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the brake master cylin-
der and caliper as well as the brake
hose replaced at the intervals listed be-
low or whenever they are damaged or
leaking.●
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
●
Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
EAU23095
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
housing of cables may result in in-
ternal rusting and cause interfer-
ence with cable movement. Replace
damaged cables as soon as possi-
ble to prevent unsafe conditions.[EWA10711]
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
engine oil
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-24
6 The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
WARNING
EWA10741
If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. Otherwise, the centerstand or
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
EAU23272
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face 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 handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease

ZAUM0669
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INDEXAAcceleration and deceleration................. 5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-15
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery................................................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-9
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-9
Brake levers, lubricating........................ 6-23
Braking .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-22
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier ................................................... 3-16
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-12
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Coolant.................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature gauge .................... 3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-8DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Display, multi-function ............................. 3-5EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil .............................................. 6-10
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-13
Front and rear brake lever free play...... 6-19Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-20
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-24
Fuel....................................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-4
Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-10
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-28
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-17
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-3
Indicator lights and warning light ............ 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-31
Luggage hook ....................................... 3-16MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-3
Model label ............................................. 9-1PParking ................................................... 5-5
Part locations .......................................... 2-1SSafe-riding points.................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-12Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-16
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-4
Starting off ............................................... 5-2
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking................................. 6-25
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments .......................... 3-13
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ............................. 6-30
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-16
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit..................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-33
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-29
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9VValve clearance..................................... 6-17
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-25
Wheels .................................................. 6-19
Windshield............................................. 3-14
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