Yamaha VMX12 2001, Service Manual

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FUEL PUMP SYSTEM
EAS00819
CHECKING THE FUEL PUMP
WARNING
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and under
certain circumstances there can be a dan-
ger of an explosion or fire. Be extremely
careful and note the following points:
• Stop the engine before refueling.
• Do not smoke, and keep away from open
flames, sparks, or any other source of
fire.
• If you do accidentally spill gasoline, wipe
it up immediately with dry rags.
• If gasoline touches the engine when it is
hot, a fire may occur. Therefore, make
sure the engine is completely cool before
performing the following test.
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1. Check:
• Fuel pump operation
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a. Fill the fuel tank.
b. Put the end of the fuel hose into an open
container.
c. Connect the battery (12 V) to the fuel pump
coupler as shown.
d. If fuel flows out of the fuel hose, the fuel
pump is OK. If fuel does not flow, replace
the fuel pump.
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Positive battery lead
→
blue/black
1
Negative battery lead
→
black
2