2021 YAMAHA XMAX 300 torque

Instrument and control functions
4-23
4
4. Install the windshield to the highposition by installing the bolts, and
then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque. WARNING! A loose
win dshield could cause an acci- d
ent. Be sure to ti ghten the
screws to the specifie d torque.
[EWA15511]
5. Place the bolt access covers, and
then install the quick fasteners. To chan
ge the win dshiel d hei ght to
the low position 1. Remove the bolt access covers by removing the quick fasteners.
2. Remove the windshield by remov- ing the bolts.
3. Remove the bolts, and then install the bolts in the desired position.
1. Bolt
1. Bolt
1
1
1
1
1. BoltTightenin g torque:
Windshield bolt: 8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
1
1
1. Bolt access cover
2. Quick fastenerZAUM1518
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4
4. Install the windshield to the low position by installing the bolts, and
then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque. WARNING! A loose
win dshiel d coul d cause an acci- d
ent. Be sure to ti ghten the
screws to the specifie d torque.
[EWA15511]
5. Place the bolt access covers, and
then install the quick fasteners.
EAU46833
Han dle bar position The handlebar can be adjusted to one
of two positions to suit the rider’s pref-
erence. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the position of the handlebar.
1. Bolt
1. Bolt
1
11
1
1. Bolt
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Windshield bolt: 8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
1
1
1. Handlebar
1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-2
7
EAU17303
Emission controls not only function to
ensure cleaner air, but are also vital to
proper engine operation and maximum
performance. In the following periodic
maintenance charts, the services relat-
ed to emissions control are grouped
separately. These services require
specialized data, knowledge, and
equipment. Maintenance, replace-
ment, or repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be per-
formed by any repair establishment or
individual that is certified (if applicable).
Yamaha dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular
services.
EAU85230
Tool kitThe tool kit is in the location shown.
The information included in this manual
and the tools provided in the tool kit are
intended to assist you in the perfor-
mance of preventive maintenance and
minor repairs. However, a torque
wrench and other tools are necessary
to perform certain maintenance work
correctly.TIPIf you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
your Yamaha dealer perform it for you.1. Tool kit
1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-9
7
EAU19623
Checkin g the spark plugThe 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. Before installing a spark plug, the
spark plug gap should be measured
with a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the spark
plug threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is 1/4–
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the
spark plug should be tightened to the
specified torque as soon as possible.
Specifie
d spark plu g:
NGK/LMAR8A-9
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plu g g ap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Spark plug: 12.5 N·m (1.25 kgf·m, 9.22 lb·ft)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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7 6. Remove and replace the oil filter
element and O-ring.
7. Install the oil filter element cover by installing the bolts, then tight-
ening them to the specified
torque.
TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.8. Install the engine oil drain bolt andits new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque. 9. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil.
TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.NOTICE
ECA24060
Make sure that no forei gn material
enters the crankcase.10. Install and tighten the oil filler cap and its O-ring. 11. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
12. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
13. Reset the oil change indicator. (See page 4-7.)
TIPIf the engine oil is changed before the
oil change indicator comes on (i.e. be-
fore the periodic oil change interval has
been reached), the indicator must be
reset after the oil change for the next
periodic oil change to be indicated at
the correct time.
1. Oil filter element
2. O-ringTightenin g torque:
Oil filter element cover bolt: 10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.4 lb·ft)
1
2
Tightenin g torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity:
Oil change:1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)
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7
EAU20067
Final transmission oilThe final transmission case must be
checked for oil leakage before each
ride. If any leakage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the scooter. In addition, the final transmis-
sion oil must be changed as follows at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Start the engine, warm up the final transmission oil by riding the
scooter for several minutes, and
then stop the engine.
2. Place the scooter on the center- stand.
3. Place an oil pan under the final transmission case to collect the
used oil.
4. Remove the final transmission oil filler cap and its O-ring from the fi-
nal transmission case. 5. Remove the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case. 6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no forei gn material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
[EWA11312]
8. Install the final transmission oil fill- er cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
1
21
2
Tightenin g torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
Recommen ded final transmission
oil: See page 9-1.
Oil quantity: 0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
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7
9. Insert the element into the V-belt
case.
10. Install the V-belt case air filter cov- er by installing the bolts.
11. Install the rear wheel sensor lead into the holder at the white tape on
the lead as shown.
12. Install the air filter case bolts, and then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque.
13. Install the V-belt case cover by in- stalling the screws. 14. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
EAU21386
Checkin g the throttle grip free
playMeasure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
1. Rear wheel sensor lead
2. White tape
3. Lead holderTi ghtenin g torque:
Bolt:
10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.4 lb·ft)
13
3
2
2
3
2
2
3
1. Throttle grip free play
Throttle grip free play:
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
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