2015 YAMAHA VMAX oil temperature

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
EAU49397
Indicator lig hts and warning
lig hts
EAU11031
Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ”
an d“”
The corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11061
Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081
Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU46566
Oil level warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
To check the electrical circuit of the
warning light, place the vehicle on a
level surface, set the engine stop
switch to “ ” and turn the key from
“OFF” to “ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds and then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit. If the warning light stays on, proceed
as follows.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”.
2. Turn the key to “OFF”, wait two minutes, and then turn the key to
“ON”.
3. If the warning light comes on and does not go off, check the engine
oil level. (See page 6-11.) If the
warning light still stays on after
confirming the oil level is correct,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
TIPThis warning light will not come
on:
• when the engine is idling
• when riding
• if the engine has stalled and the key has not been turned from
“ON” to “OFF” and then back to
“ON”
However , if the warning light is on
when the engine is started, it will
stay on until the key is turned to
“OFF”.
1. Shift timing indicator light
2. Fuel level warning light “ ”
3. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Neutral indicator light “ ”
6. High beam indicator light “ ”
7. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
8. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
9. Immobilizer system indicator light
10.Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ”
11.Oil level warning light “ ”11
10 2
1
9
3
4
5
8
7
6
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detec-
tion circuit, the following cycle will
be repeated until the malfunction
is corrected: The oil level warning
light will flash ten times, then go
off for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU48701
Fuel level warnin g li ght “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.9 L (1.03 US gal, 0.86 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
TIPThis model is also equipped with a self-
diagnosis device for the fuel level de-
tection circuit. If a problem is detected
in the fuel level detection circuit, the
following cycle will be repeated until
the malfunction is corrected: The fuel
level warning light, the fuel meter and
the fuel level warning indicator will
flash eight times, and then go off for
3.0 seconds. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
EAU11447
Coolant temperature warnin g
li g ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off. If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
NOTICE
ECA10022
Do not continue to operate the en-
g
ine if it is overheatin g.TIP For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.
 If the engine overheats, see page
6-43 for further instructions.
EAU46443
Engine trou ble warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the electrical circuit
monitoring the engine. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the self-
diagnosis system. (See page 3-16 for
an explanation of the self-diagnosis
device.)
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
EAU48712
TIPThis model is equipped with:  a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the display will indicate error
code 30, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the key to “OFF” and
then to “ON” to clear the error
code. Failing to do so will prevent
the engine from starting even
though the engine will crank when
pushing the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
EAU51693
Startin g the en gineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
 The transmission is in the neutral
position.
 The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
See page 3-32 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
The following warning lights and
indicator lights should come on for
a few seconds, then go off. Oil level warning light
 Fuel level warning light
 Coolant temperature warning
light
 Engine trouble warning light
 Shift timing indicator light
 Immobilizer system indicator
light
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Wheel travel:110 mm (4.3 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.2 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Shift timing indicator light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 20.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse:
20.0 A
Sub radiator fan motor fuse: 7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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10-1
10
INDEX
AABS....................................................... 3-21
ABS warning light ................................... 3-6
Air filter element.................................... 6-19
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ........ 6-27
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-25
Brake lever............................................ 3-20
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-24
Brake light switches ............................. 6-24
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-20CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-24
Clutch lever.................................. 3-19, 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-5
Cowling and panels, removing and installing ........................ 6-8DDimmer switch...................................... 3-18EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking.............. 6-20
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-18 Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-5
EXUP system ....................................... 3-31
FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-27
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-30
Fuel ...................................................... 3-23
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-24
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-22
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-17
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-18
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-36
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-18IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-32
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-6
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-39
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-31MMain 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 ............................. 3-8
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-18SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-25
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-19
Shift timing indicator light ....................... 3-6
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-29
Sidestand.............................................. 3-31
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-7
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-18
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-40
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-29TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-38
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-20
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