2021 YAMAHA TMAX steering wheel

Table of contentsSafety 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
Powering on the vehicle ................. 3-7
Powering off the vehicle ................. 3-8
How to lock the steering ................ 3-9
How to lock the centerstand ........ 3-10
Storage compartment and fuel tank access ............................... 3-11
Parking mode ............................... 3-13
Special features ............................... 4-1
Cruise control system..................... 4-1
D-mode (drive mode)...................... 4-3
Traction control system .................. 4-4
Instrument an d control functions ... 5-1
Handlebar switches ........................ 5-1 Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................ 5-2
Speedometer .................................. 5-4
Tachometer ..................................... 5-5
Multi-function display...................... 5-5
Front brake lever ........................... 5-17
Rear brake lever ............................ 5-18
Rear brake lock lever .................... 5-18
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ....... 5-19
Fuel tank cap ................................ 5-20
Fuel ............................................... 5-20
Fuel tank overflow hose ................ 5-22
Catalytic converter ........................ 5-22
Storage compartments ................. 5-23
Rear view mirrors .......................... 5-24
Shock absorber assembly ............ 5-25
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 5-26
Sidestand ...................................... 5-27
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 5-28
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 6-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 7-1
Engine break-in ............................... 7-1
Starting the engine .......................... 7-2
Starting off ...................................... 7-3
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 7-3
Braking ............................................ 7-3 Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 7-4
Parking............................................ 7-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 8-1
Tool kit ............................................ 8-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 8-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 8-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 8-5
Removing and installing panels ...... 8-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 8-11
Canister ........................................ 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 8-12
Why Yamalube.............................. 8-15
Coolant ......................................... 8-15
Replacing the engine air filter element and cleaning the
check hose ................................ 8-17
V-belt air filter elements ................ 8-18
Checking the engine idling speed ........................................ 8-18
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 8-19
Valve clearance............................. 8-19
Tires .............................................. 8-19
Cast wheels .................................. 8-21
Checking the front and rear brake lever free play .................. 8-22UB3TE1E0.book Page 1 Friday, September 11, 2020 8:48 AM

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Adjusting the rear brake lock
cable ..........................................8-23
Checking the rear brake lock ........8-23
Checking the front and rear brake pads .................................8-24
Checking the brake fluid level .......8-25
Changing the brake fluid ...............8-26
Drive belt .......................................8-26
Checking and lubricating the cables.........................................8-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................8-27
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers................................8-28
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ........8-28
Checking the front fork..................8-29
Checking the steering ...................8-30
Checking the wheel bearings ........8-30
Battery ...........................................8-30
Replacing the fuses .......................8-32
Vehicle lights .................................8-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ............................................8-34
Troubleshooting ............................8-35
Troubleshooting chart ...................8-37
Emergency mode ..........................8-39
Scooter care an d stora ge ................9-1
Matte color caution .........................9-1
Care .................................................9-1 Storage ........................................... 9-3
Specifications ................................. 10-1
Consumer information ................... 11-1
Identification numbers .................. 11-1
Diagnostic connector.................... 11-2
Vehicle data recording .................. 11-2
In dex ................................................ 12-1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
8-30
8
EAU45512
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand. WARNING! To avoi d inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no d anger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checkin g the wheel bearin gsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU77780
BatteryThe battery is located under panel B.
(See page 8-9.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Battery
3. Positive battery lead (red)
1
2
3
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Index
12-2
12
Smart key system indicator light ............ 5-4
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 8-35
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 8-11
Special features ...................................... 4-1
Specifications ....................................... 10-1
Speedometer .......................................... 5-4
Starting off .............................................. 7-3
Starting the engine.................................. 7-2
Steering, checking ................................ 8-30
Storage ................................................... 9-3
Storage compartment and fuel tank
access ................................................ 3-11
Storage compartments ......................... 5-23TTachometer ............................................. 5-5
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 8-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 8-19
Tires ...................................................... 8-19
Tool kit .................................................... 8-2
Traction control system .......................... 4-4
Traction control system indicator light ... 5-4
Troubleshooting .................................... 8-35
Troubleshooting chart........................... 8-37
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 5-2
Turn signal switch ................................... 5-1VValve clearance..................................... 8-19
Vehicle identification number ............... 11-1
Vehicle lights ......................................... 8-34WWheel bearings, checking..................... 8-30
Wheels .................................................. 8-21
YYamalube ............................................. 8-15
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