2016 YAMAHA TMAX spark plugs

Table of contents
Safety 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
Smart key system ............................. 3-1
Smart key system ............................ 3-1
Operating range of the smart key system............. ....................... ...... 3-2
Handling of the smart key and
mechanical key ............................ 3-3
Smart key ........................................ 3-5
Replacing the smart key battery ...... 3-6
Vehicle power on and steering lock release .................................. 3-8
Powering off the vehicle .................. 3-9
How to lock the steering ................ 3-10
Seat opening and closing .............. 3-10
Parking mode ................................ 3-11
Instrument and control functions ... 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 4-1
Speedometer .............. ..................... 4-2
Tachometer ..................................... 4-3
Multi-function display ....................... 4-3
Handlebar switches ....................... 4-10
Front brake lever ........................... 4-11
Rear brake lever ............................ 4-12
Rear brake lock lever .................... 4-12
ABS (for ABS models) ................... 4-13
Fuel tank cap ................................. 4-14
Fuel ............................................... 4-15
Catalytic converter......................... 4-16
Adjusting the rider backrest ........... 4-17
Helmet holder ................................ 4-17
Storage compartments .................. 4-18
Windshield ..................................... 4-19
Rear view mirrors .......................... 4-21
Shock absorber assembly ............. 4-21
Sidestand ...................................... 4-22
Ignition circuit cut- off system ......... 4-22
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 4-24 For your safety – pre-operation
checks
............................................... 5-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................. 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-2
Starting off....................................... 6-3
Acceleration and deceleration......... 6-3
Braking ............................................ 6-4
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ................................ 6-5
Engine break-in ............................... 6-5
Parking ............................................ 6-6
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ........................................ 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ........ 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 7-4
Removing and installing panels ...... 7-7
Checking the spark plugs................ 7-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .... 7-10
Coolant.......................................... 7-13
Replacing the air filter element ..... 7-15
Adjusting the engine idling speed ......................................... 7-16
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 7-16
Valve clearance ............................ 7-17
Tires .............................................. 7-17
Cast wheels .................................. 7-19
Checking the front and rear brake lever free play .................. 7-20
Adjusting the rear brake lock
cable .......................................... 7-21
Checking the rear brake lock ........ 7-21
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................. 7-22
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 7-22
Changing the brake fluid ............... 7-23
Drive belt slack.............................. 7-24
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-24
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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EAU46862
TIP
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-
based maintenance, or for the UK, a mileage-based maintenance, is per-
formed instead.
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from
10000 km (6000 mi).
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as
they require special tools, data and technical skills.
EAU63321
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system
NO. ITEM
1 *Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage. 
2 *Spark plugs Check condition.
Clean and regap.

Replace. 
3 *Valves Check valve clearance.
Adjust. Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
4 *Fuel injection Adjust engine idling speed and
synchronization. X 1000 km
CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER READINGS
ANNUAL CHECK
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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14 To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws.
EAU19643
Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication
chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im-
properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.
Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
1. Screw
2. Panel D
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Specified spark plug:
NGK/CR7E
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EAU63470
Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performance
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not
start.
Check the battery.
Wipe off with a dry
cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or
replace the spark
plugs.
Check the battery
lead connections, and
have a Yamaha dealer
charge the battery if
necessary.
2. BatteryThe battery is good.
The engine does not
start.
Check the ignition.
3. IgnitionWetOperate the electric
starter.
Dry
There is compression.
There is no
compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not
start.
Check the
compression.Have a Yamaha
dealer check the
vehicle.
Remove the spark
plugs and check
the electrodes.
Operate the electric
starter.
Operate the electric
starter.
Check the fuel level
in the fuel tank.
4. Compression
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Scooter care and storage
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EAU36554
Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the scoot-
er.
NOTICE
ECA10821
Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps and the spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bores.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps. WARNING!
To prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.
[EWA10952]
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sides-
tand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 C (30 F) or more than 30
 C (90 F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
7-28.
TIP
Make any necessary repairs before
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Index
A
ABS (for ABS models) ...........................4-13
ABS warning light (for ABS models)........4-1
Acceleration and deceleration .................6-3
Air filter element, replacing ....................7-15
Auxiliary DC jack ...................................4-24
Auxiliary lights .......................................7-32
B
Battery ...................................................7-28
Brake fluid, changing .............................7-23
Brake fluid level, checking .....................7-22
Brake lever, front ...................................4-11
Brake lever, rear ....................................4-12
Brake levers, lubricating ........................7-25
Braking ....................................................6-4
C
Cables, checking and lubricating...........7-24
Care.........................................................8-1
Catalytic converter.................................4-16
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .....................7-26
Coolant ..................................................7-13
D
Dimmer switch .......................................4-10
Drive belt slack ......................................7-24
E
Emergency mode ..................................7-38
Engine break-in .......................................6-5
Engine idling speed ...............................7-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............7-10
Engine serial number ............................10-1
Engine stop switch ................................4-10
Engine trouble warning light ....................4-1
F
Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking ..............................................7-20
Front and rear brake pads, checking.....7-22
Front fork, checking ...............................7-26
Fuel .......................................................4-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........6-5
Fuel tank cap .........................................4-14
Fuses, replacing ....................................7-29
H
Handlebar switches ...............................4-10
Hazard switch ........................................4-10
Headlights .............................................7-31
Helmet holder ........................................4-17
High beam indicator light .........................4-1
Horn switch............................................4-10
How to lock the steering ........................3-10
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Identification numbers ........................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system................. 4-22
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 4-1
K
Key, handling of smart and mechanical
key ........................................................ 3-3
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ......... 7-34
M
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 7-3
Matte color, caution................................. 8-1
Model label............................................ 10-2
Multi-function display .............................. 4-3
O
ON/Start switch ..................................... 4-10
Operating range of the smart key system .................................................. 3-2
P
Panels, removing and installing .............. 7-7
Parking .................................................... 6-6
Parking mode ........................................ 3-11
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 4-10
Powering off the vehicle .......................... 3-9
R
Rear brake lock cable, adjusting ........... 7-21
Rear brake lock, checking..................... 7-21
Rear brake lock lever ............................ 4-12
Rear view mirrors .................................. 4-21
Rider backrest, adjusting ...................... 4-17
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Safe-riding points .................................... 1-5
Safety information ................................... 1-1
Seat opening and closing...................... 3-10
Shock absorber assembly..................... 4-21
Sidestand .............................................. 4-22
Smart key ................................................ 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing ................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............. 4-2
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 7-9
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Speedometer .......................................... 4-2
Starting off............................................... 6-3
Starting the engine .................................. 6-2
Steering, checking ................................ 7-27
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Storage compartments.......................... 4-18
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