2008 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX Owners Manual - Page 83
2008 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX Manual
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Troubleshooting NOTE: Make sure that both the red (+) connecting lead and the black (-) connecting lead are seated securely in the lead holders. Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly • Engine stop switch is pushed in: Pull it out. • Faulty wire connections: Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. • Discharged battery: Charge battery or see "Starting the engine with a discharged battery" above. • Seized engine: Seizure is caused by poor lubrication, inadequate fuel, or an air leak. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Engine power is low • Low coolant temperature indicator light is flashing: Warm the engine up. • Faulty spark plugs: Clean or replace the spark plugs. • Improper fuel flow: See "Engine turns over but does not start-Fuel system" above. • Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Engine constantly backfires or misfires • Faulty spark plugs: Replace the spark plugs. • Clogged fuel system: See "Engine turns over but does not start-Fuel system" above. • Malfunctioning T.O.R.S.: See "Engine turns over but does not start-Electrical system" above. Engine overheats • Insufficient coolant: Add coolant. • Air in cooling system: Bleed the cooling system or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. • Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 77 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Start the engine. Disconnect the black (-) jumper cable from the black (-) connecting lead, and then pull the cover completely over the lead terminal. Disconnect the black (-) jumper cable from the negative (-) terminal of the battery used to jump start the engine. Disconnect the red (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the battery used to jump start the engine. Disconnect the red (+) jumper cable from the red (+) connecting lead, and then pull the cover completely over the lead terminal. Install the red (+) connecting lead into the lead holder. Install the right side cover and the shroud.