Oil YAMAHA YZ250F 2002 Owner's Manual

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CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
Ø
Fasten the neutral switch lead
and CDI magneto lead.
∏
Pass the clutch cable on the
inside the cylinder head
breather hose.
Œ
Pass the clutch cable in front of
the radiator mounting boss.
Â
Fit the brake hose into the
guides on the protector.
Í
Pass the carburetor breather
hoses and overflow hose so
that all there hoses do not con-
tact the rear shock absorber.
Ê
Pass the neutral switch lead
and CDI magneto lead through
the cable guide.
Ë
Fasten the ground lead
together with the ignition coil.
√
Pass the clutch cable through
the cable guides.
„
Position each lead at the lower
left of the main tube (frame).

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1
Spark plug lead
2
Ignition coil
3
CDI unit
4
CDI unit band
5
Throttle cable (return)
6
Throttle cable (pull)
7
Cable guide
8
CDI unit lead
9
CDI unit stay
0
Radiator breather hose
A
Radiator hose 4
Å
Pass the CDI unit lead
between the radiator hose and
radiator mounting boss.
ı
Pass the throttle cables
through the cable guide.
Ç
Pass the throttle cables and
CDI unit lead through the cable
guide.
Î
Pass the throttle cables under
the radiator mounting boss.
‰
Insert the CDI unit band over
the CDI unit stay (frame) as far
as possible.
Ï
Pass the radiator breather
hose in front of the radiator
mounting rear boss and at the
left of the chassis. And then,
pass it between the radiator
hose 4 and down tube (frame)
and between the engine and
lower engine guard.
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM

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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)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)
As re-
quiredRemarks
ENGINE OIL
Replace
Inspect
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OIL FILTER ELEMENT, OIL STRAINER
Clean
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VALVES
Check the valve clearances.
Inspect
Replace
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The engine must be cold.
Check the valve seats
and valve stems for wear.
VALVE SPRINGS
Inspect
Replace
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Check the free length and
the tilt.
VALVE LIFTERS
Inspect
Replace
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Check for scratches and
wear.
CAMSHAFTS
Inspect
Replace
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●
Inspect the camshaft sur-
face.
TIMING CHAIN SPROCKETS, TIMING
CHAIN
Inspect
Replace
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Check for wear on the
teeth and for damage.
PISTON
Inspect
Clean
Replace
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Inspect crack
Remove carbon
PISTON RING
Inspect
Replace
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Check ring end gap
PISTON PIN
Inspect
Replace
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CYLINDER HEAD
Inspect and clean
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Remove carbon
Change gasket
CYLINDER
Inspect and clean
Replace
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Inspect score marks
Inspect wear
CLUTCH
Inspect and adjust
Replace
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Inspect housing, friction
plate, clutch plate and
spring
TRANSMISSION
Inspect
Replace bearing
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
Inspect
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Inspect wear
ROTOR NUT
Retighten
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EXHAUST PIPE, SILENCER, PRO-
TECTOR
Inspect and retighten
Clean
Replace
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* Whichever comes first
CRANK
Inspect and clean
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CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean
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When using a high-pres-
sure washer, make sure
that water does not enter
the accelerator pump.
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean
Replace
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DRIVE CHAIN
Lubricate, slack, alignment
Replace
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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
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Every two years
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS
Retighten
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Refer to “STARTING
AND BREAK-IN” section
in the CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricate
Replace
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Use foam air-filter oil
FRAME
Clean and inspect
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FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspect
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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
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Every one year
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjust
Replace oil
Replace oil seal
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Suspension oil “01” ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)
As re-
quiredRemarks


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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST
SEAL
Clean and lube
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Lithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspect and adjust
Lube
Retighten
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(After
rain ride)
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Molybdenum disulfide
grease
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspect
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SWINGARM
Inspect, lube and retighten
● ● Molybdenum disulfide
grease
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect, lube and retighten
● ● Molybdenum disulfide
grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retighten
Clean and lube
Replace bearing
● ●
●
● Lithium base grease
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket bolt
Inspect bearings
Replace bearings
Lubricate
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Lithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connection
Lubricate
Inspect and clean (throttle cable)
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● Yamaha cable lube or
SAE 10W-30 motor oil
Inspect dirt and wear on
the throttle cable on the
carburetor side. ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)As re-
quiredRemarks

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PROGRAMME D’ENTRETIEN
FOURCHE AVANT
Contrôler et régler
Remplacer l’huile
Remplacer la bague d’étanchéité
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Huile de suspension “01”
BAGUE D’ETANCHEITE ET JOINT
ANTIPOUSSIERE DE FOURCHE
AVANT
Nettoyer et lubrifier
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Graisse à base de lithium
AMORTISSEUR ARRIERE
Contrôler et régler
Lubrifier
Resserrer
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(Aprèscon-
duite sous la
pluie)
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Graisse au bisulfure de
molybdène
GUIDE-CHAINE ET ROULEAU
Contrôler
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BRAS OSCILLANT
Contrôler, lubrifier et resserrer
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Graisse au bisulfure de
molybdène
BRAS RELAIS, BIELLE
Contrôler, lubrifier et resserrer
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Graisse au bisulfure de
molybdène
TETE DE FOURCHE
Contrôler le jeu
Nettoyer et lubrifier
Remplacer le roulement
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Graisse à base de lithium
PNEUS, ROUES
Contrôler la pression de gonflage, le voile
de roue et l’usure des pneus et la tension
des rayons
Resserrer les boulons de la roue dentée
Contrôler les roulements
Remplacer les roulements
Graisser
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Graisse à base de lithium
ACCELERATEUR, CABLES DE COM-
MANDE
Contrôler le cheminement et le branche-
ment
Graisser
Contrôler et nettoyer (câbles des gaz)
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Yamaha lube pour câble ou
huile moteur SAE 10W-30
Contrôler le degré de saleté
et d’usure des câbles des gaz
côté carburateur. PartieAprès
rodageChaque
courseChaque
3ème (ou
500 km)Chaque
5ème (ou
1.000 km)Si
néces-
saireRemarques
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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 cap.
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.1-14
Engine oilCheck that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase and
frame oil line for leakage.P.3-13 ~ 17
Gear shifter and clutchCheck that gears can be shifted correctly in order and that the
clutch operates smoothly.P.3-9
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.3-25 ~ 31
Drive chainCheck drive chain slack and alignment. Check that the drive
chain is lubricated properly.P.3-32 ~ 34
WheelsCheck for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for loose
spokes and have no excessive play.P.3-42 ~ 43
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and have no
excessive play.P.3-43 ~ 44
Front forks and rear shock
absorberCheck that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. P.3-34 ~ 41
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.—
Exhaust pipeCheck that the exhaust pipe is tightly mounted and has no
cracks.P.4-2
Rear wheel sprocket Check that the rear wheel sprocket tightening bolt is not loose. P.3-32
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P.3-45
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P.1-19
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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RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Do not mix more than one type of ethyl-
ene glycol antifreeze containing corro-
sion inhibitors for aluminum engine.
Do not use water containing impurities or
oil.
7. Install:
Radiator cap
Start the engine and warm it up for a
several minutes.
8. Check:
Coolant level
Coolant level low → Add coolant. Handling notes of coolant:
The coolant is harmful so it should be han-
dled with special care.
WARNING
When coolant splashes to your eye.
Thoroughly wash your eye with water
and see your doctor.
When coolant splashes to your clothes.
Quickly wash it away with water and
then with soap.
When coolant is swallowed.
Quickly make him vomit and take him
to a doctor.
EC355000
RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
Seal (radiator cap) 1
Valve and valve seat 2
Crack/damage → Replace.
Exist fur deposits 3 → Clean or
replace.

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
3. Inspect:
Air filter element
Damage → Replace.
4. Apply:
Foam-air-filter oil or engine oil to the ele-
ment.
NOTE:
Squeeze out the excess oil. Element should
be wet but not dripping.
5. Install:
Air filter guide 1
NOTE:
Align the projection a on air filter guide with
the hole b in air filter element.
6. Apply:
Lithium soap base grease
On the matching surface a on air filter
element.
7. Install:
Air filter element 1
Washer
Fitting bolt
NOTE:
Align the projection a on filter guide with the
hole b in air filter case.
T R..2 Nm (0.2 m · kg, 1.4 ft · lb)
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
1. Start the engine, warm it up for several
minutes, and then turn off the engine and
wait for five minutes.
2. Place the machine on a level place and
hold it up on upright position by placing
the suitable stand under the engine.

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3. Remove:
Oil tank cap 1
4. Inspect:
Oil level
Oil level should be between maximum
a and minimum b marks.
Oil level is low → Add oil to proper
level.
NOTE:
When inspecting the oil level, do not screw the
oil tank cap into the oil tank. Insert the gauge
lightly.
(For USA and CDN)
CAUTION:
Do not add any chemical additives.
Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and
additives could cause clutch slippage.
Do not allow foreign material to enter the
crankcase.
Recommended oil:
At 5 ˚C (40 ˚F) or higher Å
Yamalube 4 (20W-40) or SAE
20W-40 type SH motor oil (Non-
Friction modified)
At 15 ˚C (60 ˚F) or lower ı
Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE
10W-30 type SH motor oil (Non-
Friction modified)
and/or
Yamalube 4-R (15W-50)
(Non-Friction modified)
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION