2012 YAMAHA XMAX 250 seat adjustment

SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-5
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-3
Controls and instruments .................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Turn signal indicator lights ...............3-4
High beam indicator light ................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ............3-4
ABS warning light
(for ABS models) ...........................3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light ....3-5
Speedometer ....................................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-11
Handlebar switches ........................3-11
Pass switch ....................................3-12
Dimmer switch ...............................3-12
Turn signal switch ..........................3-12
Horn switch ...................................3-12
Start switch ....................................3-12
Hazard switch ................................3-12
Front brake lever.............................3-12Rear brake lever..............................3-13
ABS (for ABS models) ....................3-13
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-14
Fuel .................................................3-15
Catalytic converters ........................3-16
Securing bracket ............................3-17
Seat.................................................3-17
Storage compartments ...................3-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-19
Sidestand ........................................3-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-20
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 .................................6-2Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...............6-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-4
Removing and installing the cowling
and panel.......................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ..................6-9
Engine oil ........................................6-10
Final transmission oil ......................6-12
Coolant ...........................................6-13
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-16
Valve clearance ...............................6-17
Tires ................................................6-17
Cast wheels ....................................6-19
Checking the 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
throttle grip and cable .................6-22
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-23
Checking the front fork ...................6-24
Checking the steering.....................6-24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

EAU48810
Brake discs, calipers, drums, and
linings can become very hot during
use. To avoid possible burns, let bra-
ke components cool before touching
them.
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Owner’s tool kit
1. Owner’s tool kit
The owner’s tool kit is located under
the seat. (See page 3-17).
The service information included in
this manual and the tools provided in
the owner’s tool kit are intended to
assist you in the performance of pre-
ventive maintenance and minor
repairs. However, additional tools
such as a torque wrench may be
necessary to perform certain mainte-
nance work correctly.
TIP
If you do not have the tools or expe-
rience required for a particular job,
have a Yamaha dealer perform it for
you.
TIP
Fuse tongs and a bag containing spa-
re fuses are included in the owner’s
tool kit. Be careful not to lose these
items when opening the tool kit.
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EAU18740
Removing and installing the
cowling and panel
1. Cowling A
2. Panel
1. Panel A
The cowling and panel shown above
need to be removed to perform some
of the maintenance jobs described in
this chapter. Refer to this sectioneach time a cowling or panel needs to
be removed and installed.
EAUS1790
Cowling A
T
o remove the cowling
1. Remove the panel by pushing it
out from the back side of the
cowling as shown.
2. Remove the screws, and then
pull the cowling off as shown.
1. Cowling A1. Cowling A
To install the cowling
1. Place the cowling in the original
position, and then install the
screws.
2. Install the panel by pushing it in.
EAUS2040
Panel A
T
o remove the panel
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-17.)
2. Remove the screws, and then
pull the panel outward.
TIP
For the Sport version, the backrest is
not shown for better understanding.
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To install the panel
1. Place the panel in the original
position, and then install the
screws.
2. Close the seat.
EAU19622
Checking the spark plug
The spark plug is an important engine
component, which should be chec-
ked periodically, preferably by a
Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depo-
sits will cause any spark plug to
slowly erode, it should be removed
and checked in accordance with the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. In addition, the condition of the
spark plug can reveal the condition of
the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the
center electrode of the spark plug
should be a medium-to-light tan (the
ideal color when the vehicle is ridden
normally). If the spark plug shows a
distinctly different color, the engine
could be operating improperly. Do not
attempt to diagnose such problems
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
If the spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon
or other deposits, it should be repla-
ced.Before installing a spark plug, the
spark plug gap should be measured
with a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjusted to specification.
1. Spark plug gap
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the
spark plug threads.
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
1
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Specified spark plug:
NGK/DPR8EA-9
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3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and the engine oil drain bolt to
drain the oil from the crankcase.
1. Engine oil drain bolt
4. Check the washer for damage
and replace it if necessary.
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Washer
5. Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten the
drain bolt to the specified torque.
TIP
Make sure that the washer is properly
seated.
6. Refill with the specified amount
of the recommended engine oil,
and then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
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 CONSER-
VING II” or higher.
Be sure no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
7. Start the engine, and then let it
idle for several minutes while
checking it for oil leakage. If oil is
leaking, immediately turn the
engine off and check for the cau-
se.
8. Reset the oil change indicator.
To reset the oil change indicator
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Hold the “OIL CHANGE” button
pushed for 15 to 20 seconds.
1. “OIL CHANGE” button
NOTICE
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1
Oil change quantity:
1.30 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:

12ZAUM0129
11
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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 by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
EAUS2120
Replacing a tail/brake light
bulb or a rear turn signal
light bulb
1. Place the vehicle on the centers-
tand.
2. Open the seat. (See page 3-17)
3. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8)
4. Remove the tail/brake light unit
by removing the screws.
TIP
For the Sport version, the backrest is
not shown for better understanding.
1. Screw
5. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
2. Turn signal light bulb socket
6. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
7. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
8. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
9. Place the tail/brake light unit in
the original position, and then
install the screws.
10. Install the panel.
11. Close the seat.
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