2018 YAMAHA XMAX 400 warning

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
7-37
7 Engine overheating
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot.
Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which
could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly ro-
tate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the
cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIP
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided
that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
Wait until the engine
has cooled.
Check the coolant
level in the reservoir
and radiator.Add coolant.
(See TIP.)
The coolant level is
OK.
There is no leakage.
There is leakage.
The coolant level is
low.
Check the cooling
system for leakage.
Have a Yamaha
dealer check and
repair the cooling
system.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling
system.
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Scooter care and storage
8-3
8Cleaning the windshield
Avoid using any alkaline or strong acid
cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
other solvent. Clean the windshield
with a cloth or sponge dampened with
a neutral detergent, and after cleaning,
thoroughly wash it off with water. For
additional cleaning, use Yamaha Wind-
shield Cleaner or other quality cleaner.
Some cleaning compounds for plastics
may leave scratches on surfaces of the
windshield. Before using them, make a
test by polishing an area which does
not affect your visibility.
After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely be-
fore storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA10943
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
NOTICE
ECAU0022
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber parts, plastic parts or
headlight, taillight and meter
lenses, but treat them with a
suitable care product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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Scooter care and storage
8-4
8
EAU36564
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
scooter.
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
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinderhead 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 wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap. 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 side-
stand/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
7-29.
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Specifications
9-3
9
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Smart key system indicator light:
LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light:
LED
Fuse(s):
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Main fuse 2:
10.0 A
Terminal fuse 1:
2.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse 2:
7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse:
10.0 A
Turn signal light and hazard fuse:
7.5 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
15.0 A
Answer back fuse:
2.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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11-1
11
Index
A
ABS ....................................................... 4-15
ABS warning light ................................... 4-1
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 6-3
Air filter elements and check hoses and
V-belt case air filter element ............... 7-15
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 4-30
Auxiliary lights ....................................... 7-32
B
Battery .................................................. 7-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-23
Brake lever, front .................................. 4-13
Brake lever, rear.................................... 4-14
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 7-26
Brake/tail light ....................................... 7-33
Braking.................................................... 6-4
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-25
Canister................................................... 7-9
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 4-21
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 7-27
Coolant ................................................. 7-13
D
Data recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connectors .......................... 10-2
Dimmer/Pass switch ............................. 4-12
E
Emergency mode.................................. 7-38
Engine break-in....................................... 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter element ............. 7-10
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 4-1
F
Final transmission oil ............................ 7-12
Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking ............................................. 7-21
Front and rear brake pads, checking.... 7-23
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-27
Front turn signal light ............................ 7-33
Fuel ....................................................... 4-19
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ....... 6-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-18
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 4-20
Fuses, replacing.................................... 7-30
H
Handlebar position, adjusting ............... 4-26
Handlebar switches .............................. 4-12Hazard switch....................................... 4-12
Headlights ............................................ 7-32
High beam indicator light ....................... 4-1
Horn switch .......................................... 4-12
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system............... 4-28
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 4-1
K
Key, handling of smart and mechanical
keys ...................................................... 3-3
L
License plate light bulb, replacing........ 7-34
M
Main switch ............................................ 3-8
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1
Multi-function display ............................. 4-3
O
Operating range of the smart key
system.................................................. 3-2
P
Panels, removing and installing.............. 7-7
Parking ................................................... 6-6
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
R
Rear brake lock cable, adjusting .......... 7-22
Rear brake lock, checking .................... 7-22
Rear brake lock lever............................ 4-14
S
Safe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information .................................. 1-1
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting............................................. 4-26
Sidestand ............................................. 4-27
Smart key ............................................... 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing .................. 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............ 4-2
Smart key system, troubleshooting...... 7-35
Spark plug, checking ............................. 7-8
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Speedometer .......................................... 4-2
Starting off.............................................. 6-3
Starting the engine ................................. 6-2
Steering, checking................................ 7-28
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 4-12
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