oil level YAMAHA YZ125LC 2001 Notices Demploi (in French)

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GEN
INFO
DESCRIPTION
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1Clutch lever
2”ENGINE STOP” button
3Front brake lever
4Throttle grip
5Radiator cap
6Fuel tank cap
7Kick starter
8Fuel tank
9Radiator
0Coolant drain bolt
qCheck bolt (Transmission oil level)
wRear brake pedal
eValve joint
rFuel cock
tAir cleaner
yDrive chain
uShift pedal
iStarter knob
oFront fork
NOTE:
9The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the following.
9Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Item Standard Limit
Transmission:
Main axle deflection limit…
0.01 mm (0.0004 in)
Drive axle deflection limit…
0.01 mm (0.0004 in)
Shifter:
Shifting type Cam drum and guide bar…
Guide bar bending limit…
0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
Kick starter type: Kick and mesh type…
Kick clip friction force P=0.8~1.2 kg (1.8~2.6 lb)…
Air filter oil grade (oiled filter):Foam-air-filter oil or engine mixing oil…
Carburetor: USA, CDN, ZA
EUROPE
AUS, NZ
Type/Manufacturer TMXø
38SS¬
/MIKUNI
I.D. mark 5MV1 00 5MV2 10…
Main jet (M.J.) #460 #450…
Jet needle-clip position (J.N.) 6BGK9-75-3 6BHY1-75-3…
Cutaway (C.A.) 5.75¬…
Pilot jet (P.J.) #25 #30…
Pilot air screw (P.A.S.) 1-1/4 1-1/2…
Valve seat size (V.S.)
ø3.8 mm (0.15 in)¬…
Starter jet (G.S.) #80¬…
Fuel level (F.L.) 13.5~14.5 mm ¬
(0.53~0.57 in)
Reed valve:
Thickness* 0.42 mm (0.017 in)…
Valve stopper height 8.2~8.6 mm (0.323~0.339 in)…
Valve bending limit…
0.2 mm (0.008 in)
Cooling:
Radiator core size:
Width 110 mm (4.33 in)…
Height (left) 240 mm (9.45 in)…
(right) 220 mm (8.66 in)…
Thickness 32 mm (1.26 in)…
Radiator cap opening pressure 95~125 kPa…
(0.95~1.25 kg/cm
2, 13.5~17.8 psi)
Radiator capacity (total) 0.63 L (0.55 Imp qt, 0.67 US qt)…
Water pump:
Type Single-suction centrifugal pump…
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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
EC212201
CHASSIS
Item Standard Limit
Steering system:
Steering bearing type Taper roller bearing…
Front suspension: USA, CDN, ZA
EUROPE
AUS, NZ
Front fork travel
300 mm (11.8 in)¬…
Fork spring free length
460 mm (18.1 in)¬455 mm (17.9 in)
Spring rate, STD K=4.10 N/mm K=Approx.…
(0.410 kg/mm, 4.10 N/mm
23.0 lb/in) (0.410 kg/mm,
23.0 lb/in)
Optional spring/Spacer Yes¬…
Oil capacity 573 cm
3¬…
(20.2 Imp oz,
19.4 US oz)
Oil level
135 mm (5.31 in)¬…
80~150 mm ¬…
(From top of outer tube with inner tube(3.15~5.91 in)
and damper rod fully compressed
without spring.)
Oil grade Suspension oil ¬…
“01”
Inner tube outer diameter 46 mm (1.81 in)¬…
Front fork top end 5 mm (0.20 in)¬…
Rear suspension: USA, CDN, ZA
EUROPE
AUS, NZ
Shock absorber travel
132 mm (5.20 in)¬…
Spring free length
260 mm (10.24 in) 275 mm (10.83 in)…
Fitting length
248 mm (9.76 in)262 mm (10.31 in)…

242~260 mm 257~275 mm…
(9.53~10.24 in)
(10.12~10.83 in)
Spring rate, STD K=46.0 N/mm K=Approx.…
(4.60 kg/mm, 48.0 N/mm
257.6 lb/in) (4.80 kg/mm,
268.8 lb/in)
Optional spring Yes¬…
Enclosed gas pressure 1,000 kPa ¬…
(10 kg/cm
2,
142 psi)
Swingarm:
Swingarm free play limit
End…
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Side clearance…
0.2~0.9 mm
(0.008~0.035 in)
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
INSP
ADJ
Item Remarks
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and leakagell
Check radiator cap operationl
Replace coolantlEvery two years
Inspect hosesl
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS Refer to “STARTING
RetightenllAND BREAK-IN” section
in the CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricatellUse foam air-filter oil
Replacel
FRAME
Clean and inspectll
FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspectll
BRAKES
Adjust lever position and pedal heightll
Lubricate pivot pointll
Check brake disc surfacell
Check fluid level and leakagell
Retighten brake disc bolts, caliper bolts,
ll
master cylinder bolts and union bolts
Replace padsl
Replace brake fluidlEvery one year
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjustll
Replace oilllSuspension oil “01”
Replace oil seall
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL
Clean and lubellLithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspect and adjustll
Lube ll
Molybdenum disulfide grease
Retightenll
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspectll
SWINGARM
Inspect and retightenll
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect and lubellMolybdenum disulfide grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retightenll
Clean and lubelLithium base grease
Replace bearingl
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
ll
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket boltll
Inspect bearingsl
Replace bearingsl
LubricatelLithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connectionllYamaha cable lube or
LubricatellSAE 10W-30 motor oil
After
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
thirdEvery
fifthAs re-
quired
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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSP
ADJ
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.
EC321000
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
Coolant Check that coolant is filled up to the radiator filler cap.
Check the cooling system for leakage.P3-5~9
Fuel Check that a fresh mixture of oil and gasoline is filled in
the fuel tank. Check the fuel line for leakage.P1-12
Transmission oil Check that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase
for leakage.P3-12~14
Gear shifter and clutch Check that gears can be shifted correctly in order and
that the clutch operates smoothly.P3-9
Throttle grip/Housing Check that the throttle grip operation and free play
are correctly adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and P3-10~11
housing, if necessary.
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and
rear brake.P3-17~23
Chain Check chain slack and alignment. Check that the chain
is lubricated properly.P3-24~26
Wheels Check for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for
loose spokes and have no excessive play.P3-34~35
Steering Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and
have no excessive play.P3-35~36
Front forks and Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil
rear shock absorber leakage.P3-26~33
Cables (wires) Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smooth-
ly. 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.P3-15~16
Sprocket Check that the driven sprocket tightening bolt is
not loose.P3-24
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P3-37
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P1-16
Lead connectors Check that the CDI magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil
are connected tightly.P1-6
Settings Is the machine set suitably for the condition of the
racing course and weather or by taking into account the
P7-1~24
results of test runs before racing? Are inspection and
maintenance completely done?
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INSP
ADJ
RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
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9Do not mix more than one type of ethyl-
ene glycol antifreeze containing corro-
sion inhibitors for aluminum engine.
9Do not use water containing impurities
or oil.
7. Install:
9Radiator cap
Start the engine and warm it up for a sev-
eral minutes.
8. Check:
9Coolant level
Coolant level low ÕAdd coolant.
EC355000
RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
9Seal (radiator cap) 1
9Valve and valve seat 2
Crack/Damage ÕReplace.
Exist fur deposits 3ÕClean or replace.
Handling notes of coolant:
The coolant is harmful so it should be handled
with special care.
w
9When coolant splashes to your eye.
Thoroughly wash your eye with water
and see your doctor.
9When coolant splashes to your clothes.
Quickly wash it away with water and then
with soap.
9When coolant is swallowed.
Quickly make him vomit and take him to
a doctor.
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INSP
ADJ
TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL CHECK
3. Inspect:
9Air filter element
Damage ÕReplace.
4. Apply:
9Foam-air-filter oil or engine mixing oil
To the element.
NOTE:
Squeeze out the excess oil. Element should be
wet but not dripping.
5. Install:
9Filter guide 1
NOTE:
Align the projection aon filter guide with the
hole bin air filter element.
6. Apply:
9Lithium soap base grease
On the matching surface aon air filter ele-
ment.
7. Install:
9Air filter element 1
9Washer
9Fitting bolt
NOTE:
Align the projection aon filter guide with the
hole bin air filter case.
EC35H002
TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL CHECK
1. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes and wait for five minutes.
2. Place the machine on a level place and hold
it up on upright position by placing the suit-
able stand under the engine.
2 Nm (0.2 m•kg, 1.4 ft•lb)
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INSP
ADJ
TRANSMISSION OIL REPLACEMENT
3. Check:
9Transmission oil level
EC35K002
TRANSMISSION OIL REPLACEMENT
1. Start the engine and warm it up for several
minutes and wait for five minute.
2. Place the machine on a level place and hold
it on upright position by placing the suitable
stand under the engine.
3. Place a suitable container under the engine.
Transmission oil level checking steps:
9Remove the oil check bolt 1.
9Inspect the oil level.
NOTE:
Be sure the machine is positioned straight
up when inspecting the oil level.
w
Never attempt to remove the oil check bolt
just after high speed operation. The heat-
ed oil could spout out, causing danger.
Wait until the oil cools down.
Oil flows out ÕOil level is correct.
Oil does not flow out ÕOil level is low.
Add transmission
oil until oil flows
out.
9Inspect the gasket (oil check bolt),
replace if damaged.
9Tighten the oil check bolt.
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE
10W-30 type SE motor oil
Oil check bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m•kg, 7.2 ft•lb)
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INSP
ADJ
PILOT AIR SCREW ADJUSTMENT
4. Remove:
9Oil drain bolt 1
9Oil filler cap 2
Drain the transmission oil.
5. Install:
9Aluminum washer
9Oil drain bolt 1
6. Fill:
9Transmission oil
7. Check:
9Oil leakage
8. Check:
9Transmission oil level
9. Install:
9Oil filler cap 2
EC35L002
PILOT AIR SCREW ADJUSTMENT
1. Adjust:
9Pilot air screw 1
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE
10W-30 type SE motor oil
Oil capacity
(periodic oil change):
0.65 L (0.57 Imp qt, 0.69 US qt)
Adjustment steps:
9Screw in the pilot air screw until it is
lightly seated.
9Back out by the specified number of
turns.
Pilot air screw:
1-1/4 turns out
*1-1/2 turns out
20 Nm (2.0 m•kg, 14 ft•lb)
*For EUROPE
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ENGWATER PUMP
EC4G3000
REMOVAL POINTS
EC4G3110
Impeller shaft
1. Remove:
9Impeller 1
9Plain washer 2
9Impeller shaft 3
NOTE:
Hold the impeller shaft on its width across the
flats awith spanners, etc. and remove the im-
peller.
EC4G3210
Oil seal
NOTE:
It is not necessary to disassemble the water
pump, unless there is an abnormality such as
excessive change in coolant level, discoloration
of coolant, or milky transmission oil.
1. Remove:
9Bearing 1
2. Remove:
9Oil seal 1
EC4G4000
INSPECTIONEC444200
Impeller shaft
1. Inspect:
9Impeller shaft 1
Bend/Wear/Damage ÕReplace.
Fur deposits ÕClean.
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