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BatteryThe battery is located under front stor-
age compartment A. (See page 3-21.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10761
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plentyof water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan- tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OFCHILDREN.
To access the battery 1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-8.)
2. Open the front storage compart- ment A. (See page 3-21.)
3. Pull the storage compartment out- ward, then remove it. 4. Remove the front storage com-
partment A by removing the
screws.
1. Storage compartment
1. Screw
2. Front storage compartment A
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9To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional batterycharger will damage the battery. To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive
lead.
[ECA16303]
2. If the battery will be stored for more than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to “OFF”, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative
lead.
[ECA16841]
4. After installation, make sure that the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Battery
2
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Replacing the fusesThe main fuse box and the fuse box,
which contains the fuses for the individ-
ual circuits, are located under panel A.
(See page 6-8.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15132]
For XP500 For XP500A1. Main fuse
2. Spare main fuse
3. Main fuse box cover
1
2
3
1. Main fuse
2. ABS motor fuse
3. ABS solenoid fuse
4. Spare main fuse
5. Main fuse box cover
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3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn onthe 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.
1. Spare fuse
2. Parking lighting fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Backup fuse
6. Radiator fan fuse
7. Fuel injection system fuse
8. Headlight fuse
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1. Spare fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Backup fuse
6. Radiator fan fuse
7. Fuel injection system fuse
8. Headlight fuse
9. Parking lighting fuse
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Specified fuses:
Main fuse:40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 7.5 A
Parking lighting fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
XP500A 5.0 A
ABS motor fuse: XP500A 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: XP500A 20.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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Replacing the headlight bulbThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10651
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:
Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of awattage higher than specified. 1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover.
3. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb by turning it counterclock-
wise. 4. Install a new bulb by turning it
clockwise.
5. Connect the headlight coupler.
6. Install the headlight bulb cover.
7. Install the panel.
8. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
1
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb
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Tail/brake lightThis model is equipped with an
LED-type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU52321
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb1. Place the scooter on the center-stand.
2. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.1. Turn signal light bulb socket
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1. Turn signal light bulb
2. Turn signal light bulb socket
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Rear turn signal light bulbIf a rear turn signal light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit or replace the bulb.
EAU24314
Replacing the license plate
light bulb1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws.1. Screw
1
1. License plate light unit
2. License plate light bulb socket
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Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by pulling it
out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull- ing it out. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in.
6. Install the panel.
EAU25882
TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha scooters receive a
thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your scooter re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the scooter prop-
erly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from water
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket1
1. Auxiliary light bulb
2. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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