2016 YAMAHA VMAX lock

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Rear
brake
TIPThe rear brake fluid reservoir is located
under the passenger seat. (See page
3-25.)
WARNING
EWA16011
Improper maintenance can result in
loss of b raking a bility. O bserve
these precautions:  Insufficient brake flui d may al-
low air to enter the brake sys-
tem, re ducin g brakin g
performance. 
Clean the filler cap before re-
movin g. Use only DOT 4 b rake
flui d from a seale d container.
 Use only the specified b rake flu-
i d ; otherwise, the ru bber seals
may deteriorate, causin g leak-
a g e.
 Refill with the same type of
brake flui d. A dding a brake fluid
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water or d ust
d oes not enter the brake flui d
reservoir when refillin g. Water
will si gnificantly lower the boil-
in g point of the flui d an d may re-
sult in vapor lock, an d d ir t may
cl

o g the ABS hy draulic unit
valves.
NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake flui d may d amage painte d
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spilled fluid imme diately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
further riding.
1. Minimum level markSpecifie
d b rake flui d:
DOT 41
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EAU46456
Replacin g the fusesThe main fuse and the ABS motor fuse
are located behind cowling A. (See
page 6-8.)
Fuse box 1 is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-25.) Fuse
box 1
Fuse box 2 is located behind panel B.
(See page 6-8.) Fuse
box 2
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 hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to1. Main fuse
2. ABS motor fuse
3. ABS motor spare fuse
1
3
2
1. ABS solenoid fuse
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Spare fuse
123
1. Ignition fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
5. Electronic throttle valve fuse
6. Radiator fan motor fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Signaling system fuse
9. Parking lighting fuse
10.Sub radiator fan motor fuse
1 23456
7
8
10
7
9
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EAU46405
Replacin g the auxiliary li ght
b ul bIf the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See page 6-35.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out of the socket. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the headlight unit.
EAU70540
Brake/tail li ghtThis model is equipped with an LED-
type brake/tail light.
If the brake/tail light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
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EAU24205
Replacin g a turn sig nal light
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
ti g hten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11192] EAU50453
Replacin
g a license plate li ght
b ul b1. Remove the holding plate by re-
moving the bolts.
2. Remove the license plate light unit bolts.
1. Screw
2. Turn signal light lens
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
1. Holding plate
2. Bolt
12
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6 3. Pull the license plate light unit out-
ward as shown to access the bulb
and its socket. 4. Remove the license plate light
bulb socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it counterclock-
wise, and then pulling it out.
5. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out.
6. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
7. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in, and then
turning it clockwise until it stops.
8. Place the license plate light unit in the original position, and then in-
stall the bolts.
9. Install the holding plate by install- ing the bolts.
EAU24351
Supportin g the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motorcy-
cle is in a stable and level position be-
fore starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy- cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing a
jack under the frame in front of the
rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. License plate light unit bolt
2. License plate light unit
1. License plate light bulb socket
2. License plate light unit
1
2
12
1. License plate light bulb
1
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En
gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick rag , like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stopped , press down on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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IndexAABS ....................................................... 3-20
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 ............................................ 3-19
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-24
Brake light switches.............................. 6-24
Brake pedal........................................... 3-20
Brake/tail light ....................................... 6-37CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-24
Clutch lever ................................. 3-18, 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-5
Cowling and panels, removing and installing................................................ 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-17EEngine 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 ............................. 3-26
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-30
Fuel ....................................................... 3-22
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 ........................................ 3-21
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-17
Hazard switch....................................... 3-18
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-35
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........ 6-38
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-30MMain 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 ...........................................3-17SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-25
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-19
Shift timing indicator light .......................3-6
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-28
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 ...................6-39
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-29TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...........................................6-27
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