check engine light YAMAHA WR 250R 2016 User Guide

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EAU45145
Engine oil and oil filter
elementThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the engine oil level 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between theminimum and maximum level marks. 4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter element replace-
ment) 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase.
TIPSkip steps 5–8 if the oil filter element isnot being replaced.
5. Remove the oil filter element cover by removing the bolts.
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
4. Engine oil level check window
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1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
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NOTICE
ECA11232
After changing the engine oil, make
sure to check the oil pressure as de-
scribed below.
Loosen the bleed bolt.
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Start the engine and keep it
idling until oil flows out. If no oil
comes out after one minute,
turn the engine off immediately
so it will not seize. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer repair the
vehicle.
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After checking the oil pressure,
tighten the bleed bolt to thespecified torque.
EAU20071
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU20257
To check the coolant level 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.TIP
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
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Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to theside can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the cool- ant reservoir.
TIPThe coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.
1. Bleed bolt
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Tightening torque:Bleed bolt:10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws.
EAU24351
Supporting the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
1. License plate light unit
2. License plate light bulb socket
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IndexAAir filter element and check hose, cleaning .................................................6-17
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-36BBattery......................................................6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..............................................6-30
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-27
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-26
Brake lever ...............................................3-10
Brake lever free play, adjusting................6-23
Brake light switches .................................6-25
Brake pedal ..............................................3-10
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating .....6-30CCables, checking and lubricating .............6-29
Care ...........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ...................................3-13
Clutch lever ................................................3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ...............6-22
Coolant.....................................................6-14
Coolant temperature warning light .............3-2DDimmer switch ...........................................3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .......6-28
Drive chain slack ......................................6-27EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine idling speed..................................6-19
Engine oil and oil filter element ................6-12
Engine serial number .................................9-1
Engine stop switch .....................................3-9
Engine trouble warning light.......................3-3 EXUP system .......................................... 3-18
FFront and rear brake
pads, checking ....... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ................................. 3-14
Front fork, bleeding.................................. 3-16
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-31
Fuel.......................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3
Fuel level warning light .............................. 3-2
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-35
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-2
Horn switch ................................................ 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-19
Indicator lights and warning lights ............. 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-37MMain switch/steering lock........................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ....... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system...... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function display ................................. 3-3NNeutral indicator light ................................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing ................. 6-8 Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................ 2-1
SSafety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-13
Shifting ...................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-10
Shift pedal, checking ............................... 6-24
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-17
Sidestand ................................................ 3-19
Sidestand, checking an
d lubricating........ 6-31
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-11
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch................................................ 3-9
Steering, checking................................... 6-32
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................... 6-31TTail/brake light ......................................... 6-36
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ............................................. 6-29
Throttle grip free play, checking .............. 6-19
Tires ........................................................ 6-20
Tool kit....................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-43
Turn signal indicator light .......................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing .............. 6-37
Turn signal switch ..................................... 3-9VValve clearance....................................... 6-20
Vehicle identification number .................... 9-1
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