2021 YAMAHA NMAX 155 warning

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EAUN2810
Traction control systemThe traction control system (TCS)
helps maintain traction when acceler-
ating on slippery surfaces, such as un-
paved or wet roads. If sensors detect
that the rear wheel is starting to slip
(uncontrolled spinning), the traction
control system assists by regulating
engine power until traction is restored.
When traction control has engaged,
the “ ” indicator light will flash. You
may notice changes in engine re-
sponse or exhaust sound.
WARNING
EWA18860
The traction control system is not a
su bstitute for ri din g appropriately
for the con ditions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction d ue
to excessive spee d when enterin g
turns, when acceleratin g har d at a
sharp lean an gle, or while b raking,
an d cannot prevent front wheel slip-
pin g. As with any vehicle, approach
surfaces that may be slippery with
caution an d avoi d especially slip-
pery surfaces.
Settin g the traction control system
When the vehicle is turned on, traction
control is automatically turned on.
To turn the traction control system off,
use the “MENU” switch to change the
multi-function display to the traction
control system display. Then push the
“MENU” switch for three seconds. The
display will show “TCS OFF”, and
the “ ” indicator light will come on.
TIPTurn the traction control system off to
help free the rear wheel if the vehicle
gets stuck in mud, sand, or other soft
surfaces.NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specifie d tires. (See
pa ge 9-19.) Usin g different size d
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controllin g tire rotation
accurately.
1. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
2. Traction control system display
1
2
1. Traction control system indicator light Ž
2. Traction control system display
1
2
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6 Resetting
the traction control sys-
tem
The traction control system will auto-
matically disable under certain condi-
tions; such as when a sensor fault is
detected, or when only one wheel is al-
lowed to rotate for more than a few
seconds. Should this happen,
the “ ” indicator light will come on,
and possibly the “ ” warning light,
too.
TIPWhen the vehicle is on the centerstand,
do not rev the engine for an extended
period of time. Otherwise, the traction
control system will automatically dis-
able and need to be reset.If the traction control system automat-
ically disables, try resetting it as fol-
lows. 1. Stop the vehicle and turn it off completely.
2. Wait a few seconds and then turn the vehicle power on.
3. The Ž indicator light should turn off and the system be en-
abled.TIPIf the Ž indicator light remains on
after resetting, the vehicle may still be
ridden; however, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle as soon as possi-
ble.4. Have a Yamaha dealer check thevehicle and turn off the Ž
warning light.
EAUN2571
Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap lid, turn the
main switch to “OPEN” position and
push the “FUEL” button.
To open the the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise and pull it off.
1. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
1
2
1. “FUEL” button
1. Fuel tank cap lid
2. Fuel tank cap
1
1
2
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To install the fuel tank cap, turn it
clockwise until the “ ” mark is facing
forward. Close the fuel tank cap lid.
WARNING
EWA10132
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed
before ri din g.
Leakin g fuel is a fire hazar d.
EAU13213
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline an d gasoline vapors are
extremely flammab le. To avoid fires
an d explosions an d to re duce the
risk of injury when refueling , follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en- gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank. 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spille d fuel with a clean,
d ry, soft cloth, since fuel may
d eteriorate painte d surfaces or
plastic parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous an d can
cause injury or death. Han dle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gasoline
b y mouth. If you shoul d swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of g as-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor imme di-
1. “ ” mark
2. Fuel tank cap
1 2
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
1
2
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EAU86150
Fuel tank overflow hoseThe overflow hose drains excess gaso-
line and directs it safely away from the
vehicle.
Before operating the vehicle:
 Check the fuel tank overflow hose
connection and routing.
 Check the fuel tank overflow hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if necessary.
 Make sure that the fuel tank over-
flow hose is not blocked, and
clean it if necessary.
EAU13435
Catalytic converterThe exhaust system contains catalytic
converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust
emissions.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazar d or
b urns:
 Do not park the vehicle near
possi ble fire hazar ds such as
g rass or other materials that
easily burn.
 Park the vehicle in a place
where pe destrians or chil dren
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
 Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before
d oin g any maintenance work.
 Do not allow the en gine to id le
more than a few minutes. Lon g
i d lin g can cause a buil d-up of
heat.
EAU89400
SeatTo open the seat
Via the main switchTurn the main switch to “OPEN”, and
then push the “SEAT” button. (See
page 3-9.)
With the mechanical key1. Open the keyhole cover.
2. Insert the mechanical key into the seat lock, and then turn it clock-
wise.
3. Lift the rear of the seat.
1. Fuel tank overflow hose
1
1. Keyhole cover
2. Seat lock
3. Unlock.
1 3
2
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NOTICE
ECA24020
Make sure that the keyhole cover is
installe d when the mechanical key is
not bein g use d.To close the seat
Push the rear of the seat down to lock
it in place.TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
EAU37482
Helmet hold ersThe helmet holders are located under
the seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet hol d-
er 1. Open the seat. (See page 6-17.)
2. Attach a helmet to a helmet hold- er, and then securely close the
seat. WARNING! Never ri de with
a helmet attached to the helmet
hol der, since the helmet may hit
o bjects, causin g loss of control
an d possi bly an acci dent.
[EWA10162]
To release a helmet from a helmet
hol der
Open the seat, remove the helmet from
the helmet holder, and then close the
seat.
1. Helmet holder
1
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6 
Since the stora ge compartment
may get wet while the vehicle is
b ein g washe d, wrap any articles
store d in the compartment in a
plastic bag .
 Do not keep anythin g valua ble
or breakab le in the stora ge
compartment.
WARNING
EWA18950
 Do not exceed the load limit of
1.5 k g (3.3 lb ) for stora ge com-
partment A.
 Do not exceed the load limit of
0.3 k g (1 l b) for stora ge com-
partment B.
 Do not exceed the load limit of
5.0 k g (11 l b) for the rear stora ge
compartment.
 Do not exceed the maximum
loa d of 167 k g (368 lb ) for the ve-
hicle.
EAUN3020
A djustin g the shock a bsorb er
assem bliesEach shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.
WARNING
EWA10211
Always a djust both shock ab sorber
assem blies equally, otherwise poor
han dlin g an d loss of sta bility may re-
sult.To a djust the sprin g preloa d
Turn the adjusting ring in direction (a)
to increase the spring preload.
Turn the adjusting ring in direction (b)
to decrease the spring preload.
Align the appropriate number (1 or 2) in
the adjusting ring with the position indi-
cator on the shock absorber.
1. Position indicator
2. Spring preload adjusting ringSprin g preloa d setting :
Position 1: Standard
Position 2: Hard
2 1
(a) (b)
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EAUN2161
Power outlet This model is equipped with a 12V DC
power outlet.NOTICE
ECAN0140
Do not use the power outlet when
the en gine is off, an d d o not exceed
the specified electrical load ; other-
wise the fuse may blow or the b at-
tery may d ischarge.
When washin g the vehicle, do not di-
rect hi gh-pressure washers at the
power outlet area.
To use the power outlet 1. Turn the vehicle power off.
2. Remove the power outlet cap.
3. Turn the accessory off.
4. Insert the accessory plug into the power outlet.
5. Turn the vehicle power on and start the engine.
6. Turn the accessory on.TIPWhen finished riding, turn off the ac-
cessory and disconnect it from the
power outlet, and then install the cap.
WARNING
EWAN0050
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuitin g, install the cap when the
power outlet is not in use.
1. Power outletMaximum electrical loa d:
12 W (1A)1
1. Power outlet cap1
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EAU15306
Si destan dThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situa-
tions. (See the following section for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not be ri dden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the groun d
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possi ble loss of control.
Yamaha’s ig nition circuit cut-off
system has been desi gne d to assist
the operator in fulfillin g the respon-
si bility of raisin g the si destan d b e-
fore startin g off. Therefore, check this system reg
ularly and have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
EAUT1098
I g nition circuit cut-off systemCheck the operation of the sidestand
switch according to the following pro-
cedure.
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