2014 YAMAHA XMAX 400 check engine light

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-11
6
EAUM3021
Checking the spark plugThe spark plug is an important engine
component, which is easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plug should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, the condition of the spark plug
can reveal the condition of the engine.
To remove the spark plug
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand
2. Open the seat. (See page 3-16.)
3. Remove the rear storage com-
partment by removing the bolts.4. Remove the spark plug cap.
5. Remove the spark plug as shown,
with the spark plug wrench includ-
ed in the owner’s tool kit.To check the spark plug
1. Check that the porcelain insulator
around the center electrode of the
spark plug is a medium-to-light
tan (the ideal color when the vehi-
cle is ridden normally).
TIPIf the spark plug shows a distinctly dif-
ferent color, the engine could be oper-
ating improperly. Do not attempt to
diagnose such problems yourself. In-
stead, have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.2. Check the spark plug for electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, and replace it if
necessary.
3. Measure the spark plug gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if nec-
essary, adjust the gap to specifi-
cation.
1. Storage compartment
2. BoltZAUM1040
2
1
1. Spark plug cap
1. Spark plug wrenchZAUM1025
1
ZAUM1026
1
Specified spark plug:
NGK/CR7E
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6
EAUM3031
Engine oil and oil filter ele-
mentThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart and when the oil change
indicator comes on.
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
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, remove the oil filler cap, wipe
the dipstick clean, insert it back
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove it
again to check the oil level.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
tip of the dipstick and the maximum
level mark.
4. If the engine oil is not between the
tip of the dipstick and the maxi-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
5. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter element replace-
ment)
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
4. Remove the engine oil filler cap,
the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase.
TIPSkip steps 5…7 if the oil filter element is
not being replaced.5. Remove the oil filter element cover
by removing the bolts. NOTICE:
When removing the oil filter ele-
ment cover, the compression
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Dipstick
3. Maximum level mark
4. Tip of the engine oil dipstickZAUM102834
1
2
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
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5. Remove the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case.
6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make surethat no foreign material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
[EWA11312]
8. Install the final transmission oil fill-
er cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
EAU20071
CoolantThe 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.
EAUM3043
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. Open the front storage compart-
ment A. (See page 3-16.)TIPThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.3. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
3. Final transmission oil drain bolt
4. GasketTightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
21
34
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
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6 5. Lightly tap the V-belt case air filter
element to remove most of the
dust and dirt, and then blow out
the dirt with compressed air as
shown.
6. Check the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment for damage and replace it if
necessary.
7. Install the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment by installing the screws.
NOTICE: Make sure that the V-
belt filter element is properly
seated in its case.
[ECA12942]
8. Install the V-belt air filter case cov-
er by installing the screws.
9. Install the left air filter case cover.
10. Install the panel.
EAU21385
Checking the throttle grip free
playThe throttle grip free play should mea-
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi-
cally check the throttle grip free play
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha deal-
er adjust it.
EAU21402
Valve clearanceThe valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Throttle grip free play
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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 5-3
Air filter elements and check hoses
and V-belt case air filter element ....... 6-18
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-10
Auxiliary light ........................................ 6-35BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-24
Brake lever, front .................................. 3-11
Brake lever, rear ................................... 3-12
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 6-27
Braking ................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-26
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-15
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ................................... 6-27
Coolant ................................................. 6-16DDimmer switch...................................... 3-11EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element............. 6-13
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-15
Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking ............................................. 6-23
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-24Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Front turn signal light ........................... 6-33
Fuel ...................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-13
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31
HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-10
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-32
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-11IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-19
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-4
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-34MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function display............................. 3-6PPanels, removing and installing ............. 6-8
Parking ................................................... 5-5
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Pass switch .......................................... 3-11
SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-16
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-18
Sidestand.............................................. 3-18
Spark plug, checking ............................ 6-11
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-5
Starting off .............................................. 5-2
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-11
Steering, checking ................................ 6-29
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartments ......................... 3-16TTachometer............................................. 3-6
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-33
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-26
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-20
Tires ...................................................... 6-21
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-36
Turn signal indicator lights...................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (rear),
replacing ............................................. 6-33
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-11VValve clearance..................................... 6-20
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1
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