Oil YAMAHA BRUIN 250 2005 Owner's Manual

8-33 1. Final gear case cover 2. Bolt (× 2)
1. Couvercle du carter de transmission finale 2. Boulon (× 2)
1. Cubierta del cárter de la transmisión final 2. Perno (× 2)
1. Final gear oil drain bolt
1. Boulon de vidange du carter de transmission finale
1. Perno de drenaje del aceite del cárter de la transmisión final
Replacing the final gear oil
1. Remove the final gear case cover by remov-
ing the bolts.
2. Place the ATV on a level surface.
3. Place a container under the final gear case to
collect the used oil.
4. Remove the oil filler bolt and the drain bolt to
drain the oil.
5. Install the drain bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
6. Add the recommended final gear oil to the
brim of the filler hole. Tightening torque:
Final gear oil drain bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf)
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Oil quantity:
0.25 L
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_CAUTION:
Be sure no foreign material enters the final
gear case. _7. Install the oil filler bolt, and then tighten it to
the specified torque.
8. Check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found,
check for the cause.
9. Install the final gear case cover bolts, and
then tighten them to the specified torque. Tightening torque:
Final gear oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf)
Tightening torque:
Final gear case cover bolt:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf)
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8-45 1. Air filter element
1.Élément du filtre à air
1. Elemento del filtro de aire
1. Air filter element 2. Foam cover
1.Élément du filtre à air 2. Cache en mousse
1. Elemento del filtro de aire 2. Forro de espuma
3. Pull the air filter element out.
4. Remove the foam cover from the air filter ele-
ment.
5. Wash the foam cover gently but thoroughly in
water or solvent.
WARNING
_ When using solvent to clean the foam cover,
always use parts cleaning solvent. Never use
low flash point solvents or gasoline to clean
the foam cover because the engine could
catch fire or explode. _6. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the foam
cover and let it dry.CAUTION:_

Do not twist the foam cover when squeez-
ing it.


Do not apply oil to the foam cover.
_
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Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor brake performance.


Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately.


Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if the
brake fluid level goes down.
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Brake fluid replacement
Complete fluid replacement should be done only
by trained Yamaha service personnel. Have a
Yamaha dealer replace the following components
during periodic maintenance or when they are
damaged or leaking.

Replace the oil seals every two years.


Replace the brake hoses every four years.
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EBU00570
Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the outer cov-
ering of control cables becomes damaged.
Cables can also become frayed or kinked. Op-
eration of controls could be restricted, which
could cause an accident or injury. Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If
the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha
dealer to replace them.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, causing severe burns, etc. It contains sul-
furic acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention. Batteries produce
explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, ciga-
rettes or other sources of ignition away. Venti-
late when charging or using in an enclosed
space. Always shield your eyes when working
near batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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8-97 1. Headlight bulb holder tab (× 2)
1. Languette de fixation d’ampoule de phare (× 2)
1. Lengüeta del portabombillas del faro (× 2)
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Ne pas toucher le verre de l’ampoule.
1. No tocar la parte de cristal de la bombilla.
4. Insert a new headlight bulb into the bulb hold-
er, and then secure the bulb by hooking the
tabs onto the bulb.CAUTION:_ Do not touch the glass part of the headlight
bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the
transparency of the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adversely affect-
ed. Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger-
prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner. _5. Install the headlight bulb holder by turning it
clockwise.
6. Install the headlight bulb holder cover at the
rear of the headlight.
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EBU00427
B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of your ma-
chine will require some preventive procedures to
guard against deterioration. After thoroughly
cleaning the machine, prepare for storage as fol-
lows:
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add fuel
stabilizer (if available).NOTE:Use of fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain
the fuel system. Consult a Yamaha dealer if the
fuel system is to be drained instead.2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark
plug. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the
engine over several times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil.
3. Lubricate all control cables.
4. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
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5. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe outlet
to prevent moisture from entering.
6. If storing in a humid or salt-air atmosphere,
coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light
film of oil. Do not apply oil to any rubber parts
or the seat cover.
7. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it in
a dry place and recharge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an excessively warm
or cold place (less than 0°C or more than
30°C).NOTE:Make any necessary repairs before storing the
machine.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model YFM250B
Dimension:
Overall length 1,916 mm
Overall width 1,038 mm
Overall height 1,118 mm
Seat height 772 mm
Wheelbase 1,170 mm
Minimum ground clearance 150 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,900 mm
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 216.0 kg
Noise and vibration level:
Noise level (77/311/EEC) (For Europe) 77.5 dB (A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008)
(For Europe) Will not exceed 0.5 (m/s
2)
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008)
(For Europe) Will not exceed 2.5 (m/s2)
Engine:
Type Air-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement 229.6 cm
3
Bore
× stroke 71.0
× 58.0 mm
Compression ratio 8.70:1
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