Yamaha 2012 TMAX XP500A Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE3-322. Check:• V-beltCranks/damage/wear → Replace.Grease/oil → Clean the primary and sec-ondary pulleys.Refer to “V-BELT AUTOMATIC TRANS-MISSION” on page 5-39.TIPReplace the V-belt every 20000 km (12500 mi)of operation.3. Install:• Outer V-belt caseRefer to “V-BELT AUTOMATIC TRANS-MISSION” on page 5-39.• Footboard (right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page4-1.• Side cover (right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page4-1.• Center coverRefer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page4-1.EAS30960CHECKING THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES1. Check:• Front brake light switch operation• Rear brake light switch operationWhen operating the brake lever, confirmthat the brake light comes on.Faulty → Refer to “CHECKING THESWITCHES” on page 8-123.EAS21690CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THECABLESThe following procedure applies to all of theinner and outer cables.WARNINGEWA13270Damaged outer cable may cause the cableto corrode and interfere with its movement.Replace damaged outer cable and innercables as soon as possible.1. Check:• Outer cableDamage → Replace.2. Check:• Cable operationRough movement → Lubricate.TIPHold the cable end upright and pour a fewdrops of lubricant into the cable sheath or usea suitable lubricating device.EAS21740LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSIONLubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metalmoving parts of the rear suspension.EAS30890CHECKING THE THROTTLE GRIP1. Check:• Throttle cablesDamage/deterioration → Replace.• Throttle cable installationIncorrect → Reinstall the throttle cables.Refer to “HANDLEBAR” on page 4-76.2. Check:• Throttle grip movementRough movement → Lubricate or replacethe defective part(s).TIPWith the engine stopped, turn the throttle gripslowly and release it. Make sure that the throt-tle grip turns smoothly and returns properlywhen released.Repeat this check with the handlebar turned allthe way to the left and right.3. Check:• Throttle grip free play “a”Out of specification → Adjust.Recommended lubricantEngine oil or a suitable cablelubricantRecommended lubricantLithium-soap-based greaseRecommended lubricantSuitable cable lubricantThrottle grip free play3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)