2021 YAMAHA TRICITY 300 light

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EAU79370
TIP Engine air filter and V-belt air filter
• This model’s engine air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging it.
• The engine air filter element and sub air filter element need to be replaced and the V-belt air filter element needs to be serviced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.27 *Coolin g system • Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
• Change. Every 3 years
28 *V-belt • Replace. When the V-belt replacement indicator flashes [every 20000 km (12000 mi)]
29 *Front an
d rear
b rake switches • Check operation.
√√√√√√
30 *Movin
g parts an d
ca bles • Lubricate.
√√√√√
31 *Throttle g
rip hous-
in g an d ca ble • Check operation and free play.
• Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. √√√√√
32 *Li
ghts, si gnals an d
switches • Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.
√√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
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8 5. Pull the panel outward and slide it
rearward as shown.
To install the panel
1. Place the panel in the original po- sition, and then install the quick
fasteners and the Inner cover. 2. Install the screw.
3. Install the floorboard mat.
EAU19623
Checkin
g the spark plu gThe spark plug is an important engine
component, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
it should be removed and checked in
accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, the condition of the spark plug
can reveal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the
center electrode of the spark plug
should be a medium-to-light tan (the
ideal color when the vehicle is ridden
normally). If the spark plug shows a
distinctly different color, the engine
could be operating improperly. Do not
attempt to diagnose such problems
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle.
If the spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, it should be replaced.
1. Quick fastener
1. Panel A
1
1
1. Panel A
1
Specified spark plu g:
NGK/LMAR8A-9
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EAU89610
En gine oil an d oil filter ele-
mentThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the en gine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes for the oil level to settle for an accurate reading,
and then check the oil level
through the check window locat-
ed at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To chan ge the en gine oil (with or
without oil filter element replace-
ment) 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. 3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and its O-ring, and then remove
the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase.
4. Check the O-ring for damage, and replace it if necessary.1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
1
2
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8. Check the pre air filter element for
damage, and replace it if neces-
sary.
9. Insert the pre air filter element into the air filter case cover.
10. Install the air filter case cover by installing the screws.
TIPThe long screw should be installed as
shown.
11. Install the rubber plugs.
Cleanin g the V- belt case air filter el-
ement 1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand.
2. Remove the air filter case cover. (See the previous section.)
3. Remove the V-belt case cover screws. 4. Remove the air filter case bolts.
5. Lift up the air filter case slightly, re-
move the rear wheel sensor lead
from the holder, and then remove
the V-belt case cover.1. Long screw
1
1. Screw
1. Bolt
1
1
1
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8
nect the positive lea
d before
connectin g the ne gative lea d.
[ECA16842]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a dischar ged battery can
cause permanent battery damag e.
EAU89081
Replacin g the fusesThe main fuse and the fuse boxes,
which contain the fuses for the individ-
ual circuits, are located behind panel A.
(See page 8-9.)TIPTo access the main fuse, remove the
starter relay cover as shown.1. Starter relay cover
2. Spare main fuse
3. Main fuse
2 2
3 2
3
1
1. Backup fuse
2. Radiator fan motor fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. ABS control unit fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Grip warmer fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Headlight fuse
9. ABS motor fuse
10.ABS solenoid fuse
11.Hazard fuse
12.Auxiliary DC jack fuse
13.Answer back fuse
14.Standing assist battery fuse
15.Standing assist fuse
14157
910111213
7
123465
7
8
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8 If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the main switch off and turn off the electrical circuit in ques-
tion.
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 to
avoi d causin g extensive d am-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
3. Turn the main switch on and turn
on the electrical circuit in question
to check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
Specifie d fuses:
Main fuse:
20.0 A
Grip warmer fuse:
7.5 A
Headlight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 7.5 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Hazard fuse:
7.5 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
20.0 A
Answer back fuse: 2.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 2.0 A
Standing assist fuse:
7.5 A
Standing assist battery fuse: 20.0 A
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EAUN2261
Vehicle li ghtsThis model is equipped with LED lights
for headlights, auxiliary lights and
brake/tail light. If a light does not come
on, check the fuse and then have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.NOTICE
ECA16581
Do not affix any type of tinte d film or
stickers to the head lig ht lens.
EAU62590
Replacin g a turn sig nal light
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the turn signal light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the turn signal light lens by installing the screw. NOTICE: Do
not overti ghten the screw, oth-
erwise the lens may break.
[ECA11192]
1. Headlight
2. Auxiliary light
1 1 1
2 2
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
2
1
1. Turn signal light bulb socket
1
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EAU89380
Replacin g the license plate
li g ht bul b1. Remove the license plate light
cover by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb socket (together with the
bulb) by pulling it out. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pulling it out from the socket.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light cover by installing the screws.
EAU60701
Trou bleshootin gAlthough Yamaha vehicles receive a
thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems,
for example, can cause poor starting
and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your vehicle re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the vehicle prop-
erly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, d o
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, inclu din g pilot li ghts from water
1. License plate light cover
2. Screw
2
1
1. License plate light bulb socket
1. License plate light bulb
1
1
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