light YAMAHA YFM250R 2009 Owner's Manual

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WARNING

EWB02230
Do not touch a headlight bulb when it is on or
immediately after it is turned off. You can be
burned or a fire could start if the bulb touches
something flammable. Wait for the bulb to cool
before touching or removing it.
5. Place a new headlight bulb into position.NOTICE

ECB00650
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.
6. Install the headlight bulb holder by pushing it
in and turning it clockwise.
7. Install the headlight bulb holder cover.
1. Headlight bulb holder
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1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
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8. Connect the headlight coupler.
9. Install the headlight unit by installing the bolts.
10. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
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Adjusting a headlight beam
NOTICE

ECB00690
It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment.
To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (b).
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Replacing the tail/brake light bulb
If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, have a
Yamaha dealer replace it.
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Removing a wheel
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
Front
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
1(a)
(b)

1. Nut
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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha ATVs receive a thorough in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in the fu-
el, compression, or ignition systems, for example,
can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart represents a
quick and easy procedure for checking these vital
systems yourself. However, should your ATV re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose
skilled technicians have the necessary tools, expe-
rience, and know-how to service the ATV properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts. Im-
itation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING

EWB02280
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.

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Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
190 mm (7.5 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
200 mm (7.9 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
YTZ7SVoltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Krypton bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
×
quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W
×
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Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W
×
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Neutral indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
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Fuse:
Fuse:
15.0 A

INDEX
A
Accessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-14
B
Battery .......................................................................... 8-36
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ....... 8-33
Brake fluid, changing.................................................... 8-25
Brake fluid level, checking............................................ 8-23
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-5
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-26
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-29
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-22
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-5
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-34
Brake pedal position, checking .................................... 8-26
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-33
Carburetor, adjusting.................................................... 8-19
Chassis fasteners........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-4
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-29
D
Drive chain ..................................................................... 5-4
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................. 8-32Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-30
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Engine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-20
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-10
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-2
F
Fuel ........................................................................ 4-7
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5-3
Fuel cock ........................................................................ 4-8
Fuel tank cap.................................................................. 4-7
Fuse, replacing............................................................. 8-38
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Handlebar switches ........................................................ 4-2
Headlight beam, adjusting............................................ 8-42
Headlight bulb, replacing.............................................. 8-39
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Identification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator light .................................................................. 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7
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Key identification number ............................................. 11-1
L
Label locations ............................................................... 2-1

Light switch .....................................................................4-2
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Main switch .....................................................................4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ..................................8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ..................8-3
Model label....................................................................11-2
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Neutral indicator light ......................................................4-1
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Owner’s manual and tool kit............................................8-1
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Parking ............................................................................6-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting.................................8-27
Parking brake lever .........................................................4-5
Parking on a slope ..........................................................6-6
Part locations ..................................................................3-1
Pre-operation check list ..................................................5-1
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Riding your ATV ..............................................................7-1
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Safety information ...........................................................1-1
Seat...............................................................................4-10
Shifting ............................................................................6-3
Shift pedal .......................................................................4-6
Shift pedal, checking .....................................................8-34
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front ...........4-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear ...............4-12
Spark arrester, cleaning ................................................8-18
Spark plug, checking.......................................................8-9
Specifications ................................................................10-1
Speed limiter ...................................................................4-3Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-10
Start switch .................................................................... 4-2
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-36
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ......................................................................... 8-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-35
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Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-42
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-20
Throttle lever ...........................................................4-2
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5-4
Tire pressure, measuring ............................................... 5-5
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Tire wear limit................................................................. 5-6
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-44
Troubleshooting chart .................................................. 8-45
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Valve clearance ........................................................... 8-21
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
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Wheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-34
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-43
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-42