maintenance YAMAHA WR 400F 2001 Owner's Guide

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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS (WR400F)
NOTE:
1. First, tighten the ring nut approximately 38 Nm (3.8 m • kg, 27 ft • lb) by using the ring nut
wrench, then loosen the ring nut one turn.
2. Retighten the ring nut 7 Nm (0.7 m • kg, 5.1 ft • lb).Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m·kg ft·lb
Handle crown and outer tube M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Under bracket and outer tube M8 ´ 1.25 4 20 2.0 14
Handle crown and steering shaft M24 ´ 1.0 1 145 14.5 105
Handlebar holder (upper) M8 ´ 1.25 4 28 2.8 20
Steering ring nut M28 ´ 1.0 1 Refer to NOTE.
Front fork and cap bolt M48 ´ 1.0 2 30 3.0 22
Front fork and base valve M30 ´ 1.0 2 55 5.5 40
Cap bolt and damper rod (front fork) M12 ´ 1.25 2 29 2.9 21
Bleed screw (front fork) and cap bolt M5 ´ 0.8 2 1 0.1 0.7
Front fork and protector M6 ´ 1.0 6 10 1.0 7.2
Meter cable holder and protector M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Front fork and brake hose holder M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Front fork and hose cover M8 ´ 1.25 1 16 1.6 11
Front fork and hose cover M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Throttle cable cap M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Clutch lever holder M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Decompression lever holder and protector M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Lights switch M4 ´ 0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Front brake master cylinder and bracket M6 ´ 1.0 2 9 0.9 6.5
Front brake master cylinder cap M4 ´ 0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Brake lever mounting (bolt) M6 ´ 1.0 1 6 0.6 4.3
Brake lever mounting (nut) M6 ´ 1.0 1 6 0.6 4.3
Brake lever position locknut M6 ´ 1.0 1 5 0.5 3.6
Hose guide (front brake hose) M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Front brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)M10 ´ 1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Front brake hose union bolt (caliper) M10 ´ 1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Front brake caliper and front fork M8 ´ 1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin plug M10 ´ 1.0 1 3 0.3 2.2
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin M10 ´ 1.0 1 18 1.8 13
Brake caliper (front and rear) and bleed screw M8 ´ 1.25 1 6 0.6 4.3
Front wheel axle and nut M16 ´ 1.5 1 105 10.5 75
Front wheel axle holder M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Front brake disc and wheel hub M6 ´ 1.0 6 12 1.2 8.7
Rear brake disc and wheel hub M6 ´ 1.0 6 14 1.4 10
Brake pedal mounting M8 ´ 1.25 1 26 2.6 19
Rear brake master cylinder and frame M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Rear brake reservoir tank and frame M6 ´ 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Rear brake hose union bolt (caliper) M10 ´ 1.25 1 30 3.0 22

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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS (WR400F)
NOTE:
- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m·kg ft·lb
Rear brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)M10 ´ 1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Rear wheel axle and nut M20 ´ 1.5 1 125 12.5 90
Driven sprocket and wheel hub M8 ´ 1.25 6 42 4.2 30
Nipple (spoke) — 72 3 0.3 2.2
Disc cover and rear brake caliper M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Protector and rear brake caliper M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Engine mounting:
Engine bracket and frame M8 ´ 1.25 7 34 3.4 24
Engine and frame (front) M10 ´ 1.25 1 69 6.9 50
Engine and frame (upper) M10 ´ 1.25 1 55 5.5 40
Engine and frame (lower) M10 ´ 1.25 1 69 6.9 50
Engine guard (left and right) M8 ´ 1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Pivot shaft and nut M16 ´ 1.5 1 85 8.5 61
Relay arm and swingarm M14 ´ 1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Relay arm and connecting rod M14 ´ 1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Connecting rod and frame M14 ´ 1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Rear shock absorber and frame M10 ´ 1.25 1 56 5.6 40
Rear shock absorber and relay arm M10 ´ 1.25 1 53 5.3 38
Rear frame and frame M8 ´ 1.25 3 29 2.9 21
Swingarm and brake hose holder M5 ´ — 4 4 0.4 2.9
Drive chain tensioner mounting M8 ´ 1.25 2 19 1.9 13
Chain support and swingarm M6 ´ 1.0 3 7 0.7 5.1
Seal guard and swingarm M5 ´ 0.8 4 6 0.6 4.3
Fuel tank mounting M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Fuel tank and fuel cock M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Fuel tank and seat set bracket M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Fuel tank and hooking screw (fitting band) M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Fuel tank and fuel tank bracket M6 ´ 1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Seat mounting M8 ´ 1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Side cover mounting M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Air scoop and fuel tank M6 ´ 1.0 4 4 0.4 2.9
Air scoop and radiator panel (lower) M6 ´ 1.0 2 4 0.4 2.9
Front fender mounting M6 ´ 1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Rear fender mounting M6 ´ 1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Headlight stay (under) and under bracket M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Headlight M6 ´ 1.0 3 7 0.7 5.1
Tail light M6 ´ 1.0 3 4 0.4 2.9
Tail light lead clamp and rear fender M4 ´ 1.59 2 1 0.1 0.7
Coolant reservoir tank M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Sidestand bracket and frame M10 ´ 1.25 2 64 6.4 46
Sidestand mounting M10 ´ 1.25 1 64 6.4 46

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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS (WR400F)
EC212300
ELECTRICAL
Item Standard Limit
Ignition system:
Advancer type Electrical ----
CDI:
Magneto-model/manufacturer F5BF 00/YAMAHA ----
Source coil 1 resistance (color) 640 ~ 960 W at 20 ˚C (68 ˚F)
(Green – Brown)----
Source coil 2 resistance (color) 464 ~ 696 W at 20 ˚C (68 ˚F)
(Green – Pink)----
Lighting coil resistance (color) 0.16 ~ 0.24 W at 20 ˚C (68 ˚F)
(Black – Yellow)
Pickup coil resistance (color) 248 ~ 372 W at 20 ˚C (68 ˚F)
(White – Red)----
CDI unit-model/manufacturer 5GS-60/YAMAHA ----
Ignition coil:
Model/manufacturer 5BE-00/YAMAHA ----
Minimum spark gap 6 mm (0.24 in) ----
Primary winding resistance 0.20 ~ 0.30 W at 20 ˚C (68 ˚F) ----
Secondary winding resistance 9.5 ~ 14.3 kW at 20 ˚C (68 ˚F) ----
Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m·kg ft·lb
Stator M6 ´ 1.0 3 10 1.0 7.2
Rotor M10 ´ 1.25 1 48 4.8 35
Ignition coil M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1

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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
EC300000
REGULAR INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The following schedule is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind
that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the
required maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are a doubt as to what intervals to follow in
maintaining and lubricating your machine, consult your Yamaha dealer.
ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
or
500 km
(300 mi)Every
fifth
or
1,000 km
(600 mi)
As re-
quiredRemarks
ENGINE OIL
Replace
cc
OIL FILTER
Clean
cc
VALVES
Check the valve clearances.
Inspect
Replace
cc
c
c
The engine must be cold.
Check the valve seats and
valve stems for wear.
VALVE SPRINGS
Inspect
Replace
c
c
Check the free length and
the tilt.
VALVE LIFTERS
Inspect
Replace
c
c
Check for scratches and
wear.
CAMSHAFTS
Inspect
Replace
c
c
Inspect the camshaft sur-
face.
CAMSHAFT SPROCKETS
Inspect
Replace
c
c
Check for wear on the
teeth and for damage.
PISTON
Inspect
Clean
Replace
cc
c
c
Inspect crack
Remove carbon
PISTON RING
Inspect
Replace
c
cc
Check ring end gap
PISTON PIN
Inspect
Replace
c
c
CYLINDER HEAD
Inspect and clean
c
Remove carbon
Change gasket
CYLINDER
Inspect and clean
Replace
c
c
Inspect score marks
Inspect wear
CLUTCH
Inspect and adjust
Replace
cc
c
Inspect housing, friction
plate, clutch plate and
spring
TRANSMISSION
Inspect
Replace bearing
c
c


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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
Inspect
c
Inspect wear
ROTOR NUT
Retighten
cc
MUFFLER
Inspect and retighten
Clean
Replace
cc
c
c
*Whichever comes first
*SPARK ARRESTER
Clean
(Every
six
months)
c
CRANK
Inspect and clean
cc
CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean
cc
When using a high-pres-
sure washer, make sure
that water does not enter
the accelerator pump.
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean
Replace
cc
c
DRIVE CHAIN
Lubricate, slack, alignment
Replace
cc
c
Use chain lube
Chain slack: 40 ~ 50 mm
(1.6 ~ 2.0 in)
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and leakage
Check radiator cap operation
Replace coolant
Inspect hoses
cc
cc
c
Every two years
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS
Retighten
cc
Refer to “STARTING AND
BREAK-IN” section in the
CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricate
Replace
cc
c
Use foam air-filter oil
OIL STRAINER (frame)
Clean
c
FRAME
Clean and inspect
cc
FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspect
cc
BRAKES
Adjust lever position and pedal height
Lubricate pivot point
Check brake disc surface
Check fluid level and leakage
Retighten brake disc bolts, caliper
bolts, master cylinder bolts and union
bolts
Replace pads
Replace brake fluid
c
c
c
c
cc
c
c
c
c
c
c
Every one year ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
or
500 km
(300 mi)Every
fifth
or
1,000 km
(600 mi)
As re-
quiredRemarks


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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
* marked: For USAFRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjust
Replace oil
Replace oil seal
c
cc
c
c
Suspension oil “01”
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST
SEAL
Clean and lube
cc
Lithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspect and adjust
Lube
Retighten
c
cc
cc
(After
rain ride)
c
Molybdenum disulfide
grease
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspect
cc
SWINGARM
Inspect and retighten
cc
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect and lube
cc
Molybdenum disulfide
grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retighten
Clean and lube
Replace bearing
cc
c
c
Lithium base grease
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket bolt
Inspect bearings
Replace bearings
Lubricate
c
cc
c
c
cc
Lithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connection
Lubricate
c
cc
c
Yamaha cable lube or
SAE 10W-30 motor oil ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
or
500 km
(300 mi)Every
fifth
or
1,000 km
(600 mi)
As re-
quiredRemarks

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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
EC320000
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating
condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
CoolantCheck that coolant is filled up to the radiator filler cap.
Check that the coolant level is correct in the coolant reservoir
tank.
Check the cooling system for leakage.P.3-5 ~ 9
FuelCheck that a fresh gasoline is filled in the fuel tank. Check the
fuel line for leakage.P.1-13
Engine oilCheck that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase and
frame oil line for leakage.P.3-14 ~ 18
Gear shifter and clutchCheck that gears can be shifted correctly in order and that the
clutch operates smoothly.P.3-10
Throttle grip/HousingCheck that the throttle grip operation and free play are correctly
adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and housing, if necessary.P.3-10 ~ 11
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and rear brake. P.3-26 ~ 32
ChainCheck chain slack and alignment. Check that the chain is lubri-
cated properly.P.3-33 ~ 35
WheelsCheck for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for loose
spokes and have no excessive play.P.3-42 ~ 44
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and have no
excessive play.P.3-44 ~ 45
Front forks and rear shock
absorberCheck that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. P.3-35 ~ 42
Cables (wires)Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smoothly. Check
that they are not caught when the handlebars are turned or
when the front forks travel up and down.—
Muffler Check that the muffler is tightly mounted and has no cracks. —
Sprocket Check that the driven sprocket tightening bolt is not loose. P.3-33
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P.3-46
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P.1-18
Lead connectorsCheck that the CDI magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil are con-
nected tightly.P.1-6
SettingsIs the machine set suitably for the condition of the racing course
and weather or by taking into account the results of test runs
before racing? Are inspection and maintenance completely
done?P.7-1 ~ 22

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INSP
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AIR FILTER CLEANING
DECOMPRESSION LEVER ADJUSTMENT
1. Check:
lDecompression lever free play
2. Adjust:
lDecompression lever free play
AIR FILTER CLEANING
NOTE:
Proper air filter maintenance is the biggest key
to preventing premature engine wear and
damage.
CAUTION:
Never run the engine without the air filter
element in place; this would allow dirt and
dust to enter the engine and cause rapid
wear and possible engine damage.Checking steps:
lRemove the timing plug.
lTurn the crankshaft counterclockwise to
align the T.D.C. mark a on the rotor with
the align mark b on the crankcase cover
when piston is at T.D.C. on compression
stroke.
lCheck the free play c.
Free play:
5 ~ 9 mm (0.20 ~ 0.35 in)
Adjustment steps:
lLoosen the locknut 1.
lTurn the adjuster 2 in or out until the
adjustment is suitable.
lTighten the locknut.
CAUTION:
After the adjustment, start the engine
and make sure that the engine does not
stop when the handlebars are turned
fully both ways. If the decompression
cable is too tense, the engine will stop by
the decompression system.