checking YAMAHA YZ250F 2002 Owners Manual

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
.......................................... 1-1
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
.................... 1-2
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
................... 1-3
CHECKING OF CONNECTION
................ 1-6
SPECIAL TOOLS
...................................... 1-7
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
......................... 1-10
FUEL
....................................................... 1-14
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
................... 1-15
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
..................... 1-19
CLEANING AND STORAGE
.................. 1-20
CHAPTER 2
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
.................. 2-1
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
......... 2-4
GENERAL TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
.................................. 2-17
DEFINITION OF UNITS
.......................... 2-17
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
................ 2-18
CHAPTER 3
REGULAR INSPECTION AND
ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
................... 3-1
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE
............................... 3-4
ENGINE
..................................................... 3-5
CHASSIS
................................................. 3-25
ELECTRICAL
.......................................... 3-46

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GEN
INFO
CHECKING OF CONNECTION
EC1C0001
CHECKING OF CONNECTION
Dealing with stains, rust, moisture, etc. on the
connector.
1. Disconnect:
Connector
2. Dry each terminal with an air blower.
3. Connect and disconnect the connector
two or three times.
4. Pull the lead to check that it will not come
off.
5. If the terminal comes off, bend up the pin
1 and reinsert the terminal into the con-
nector.
6. Connect:
Connector
NOTE:
The two connectors “click” together.
7. Check for continuity with a tester.
NOTE:
If there in no continuity, clean the terminals.
Be sure to perform the steps 1 to 7 listed
above when checking the wireharness.
For a field remedy, use a contact revitalizer
available on the market.
Use the tester on the connector as shown.

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INFO
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SPECIAL TOOLS
SPECIAL TOOLS
The proper special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up and assembly. Using the
correct special tool will help prevent damage caused by the use of improper tools or improvised
techniques. The shape and part number used for the special tool differ by country, so two types are
provided. Refer to the list provided to avoid errors when placing an order.
NOTE:
For U.S.A. and Canada, use part number starting with “YM-”, “YU-” or “ACC-”.
For others, use part number starting with “90890-”.
Part number Tool name/How to use Illustration
YU-1135-A, 90890-01135 Crankcase separating tool
These tool is used to remove the crankshaft from
either case.YU-1135-A 90890-01135
YM-1189, 90890-01189 Flywheel puller
This tool is used to remove the flywheel magneto.YM-1189 90890-01189
YU-1235, 90890-01235 Rotor holding tool
This tool is used when loosening or tightening the fly-
wheel magneto securing nut.YU-1235 90890-01235
YU-3097, 90890-01252
YU-1256Dial gauge and stand
Stand
These tools are used to check each part for runout or
bent.YU-3097
YU-125690890-01252
YU-90050, 90890-01274
YU-90050, 90890-01275
YU-91044, 90890-04081
YM-1277, 90890-01277Crankshaft installing tool
Crankshaft installing pot
Crankshaft installing bolt
Spacer (crankshaft installer)
Adapter (M10)
These tools are used to install the crankshaft..YU-90050
YM-1277
YU-9104490890-01274
90890-01275
90890-01277
90890-04081
YU-1304, 90890-01304 Piston pin puller set
This tool is used to remove the piston pin.YU-1304 90890-01304
YU-24460-01, 90890-01325
YU-33984, 90890-01352Radiator cap tester
Radiator cap tester adapter
These tools are used for checking the cooling sys-
tem.YU-24460-01
YU-3398490890-01325
90890-01352

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SPECIAL TOOLS
YU-33975, 90890-01403 Steering nut wrench
This tool is used when tighten the steering ring nut to
specification.YU-33975 90890-01403
YM-1423, 90890-01423 Damper rod holder
Use this tool to remove and install the damper rod.YM-1423 90890-01423
YM-01442, 90890-01442 Fork seal driver
This tool is used when install the fork oil seal.YM-01442 90890-01442
YU-3112-C, 90890-03112 Pocket tester
Use this tool to inspect the coil resistance, output
voltage and amperage.YU-3112-C 90890-03112
YU-8036-B
90890-03113Inductive tachometer
Engine tachometer
This tool is needed for observing engine rpm.YU-8036-B 90890-03113
YM-33277-A, 90890-03141 Timing light
This tool is necessary for checking ignition timing.YM-33277-A 90890-03141
YM-4019, 90890-04019 Valve spring compressor
This tool is needed to remove and install the valve
assemblies.YM-4019 90890-04019
YM-91042, 90890-04086 Clutch holding tool
This tool is used to hold the clutch when removing or
installing the clutch boss securing nut.YM-91042 90890-04086
YM-4111, 90890-04111
YM-4116, 90890-04116Valve guide remover
Intake 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
Exhaust 4.5 mm (0.18 in)
This tool is needed to remove and install the valve
guide.YM-4111
YM-411690890-04111
90890-04116
Part number Tool name/How to use Illustration

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SPECIAL TOOLS
YM-4112, 90890-04112
YM-4117, 90890-04117Valve guide installer
Intake 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
Exhaust 4.5 mm (0.18 in)
This tool is needed to install the valve guide.YM-4112
YM-411790890-04112
90890-04117
YM-4113, 90890-04113
YM-4118, 90890-04118Valve guide reamer
Intake 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
Exhaust 4.5 mm (0.18 in)
This tool is needed to rebore the new valve guide.YM-4113
YM-411890890-04113
90890-04118
YM-34487
90890-06754Dynamic spark tester
Ignition checker
This instrument is necessary for checking the ignition
system components.YM-34487 90890-06754
ACC-QUICK-GS-KT
90890-85505Quick gasket

YAMAHA Bond No. 1215
This sealant (Bond) is used for crankcase mating
surface, etc.ACC-QUICK-GS-KT 90890-85505
Part number Tool name/How to use Illustration

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INSP
ADJTHROTTLE LUBRICATION/
DECOMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT
THROTTLE LUBRICATION
1. Remove:
Cover (throttle cable cap) 1
Cover (grip cap) 2
Throttle grip cap 3
2. Apply:
Lithium soap base grease
On the throttle cable end a.
3. Install:
Throttle grip cap
Screw (throttle grip cap)
Cover (grip cap)
Cover (throttle cable cap)
T R..4 Nm (0.4 m · kg, 2.9 ft · lb)
DECOMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT
1. Check:
Decompression lever free play a
Out of specification → Adjust.
Checking steps:
Remove the timing mark accessing screw
1 and crankshaft end accessing screw
2.
Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise with
a wrench.
NOTE:
Squeezing the decompression lever allows
the crankshaft to be turned easily.
Align the T.D.C. mark b on the rotor with
the align mark c on the crankcase cover
when piston is at T.D.C. on compression
stroke.
Check the free play.
Free play a:
5 ~ 9 mm (0.20 ~ 0.35 in)

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INSP
ADJ
OIL PRESSURE INSPECTION
1. Check:
Oil pressure
Checking steps:
Slightly loosen the oil pressure check bolt
1.
Start the engine and keep it idling until oil
starts to seep from the oil pressure check
bolt. If no oil comes out after one minute,
turn the engine off so it will not seize.
Check oil passages and oil pump for dam-
age or leakage.
Start the engine after solving the prob-
lem(s) and recheck the oil pressure.
Tighten the oil pressure check bolt.
T R..
Oil pressure check bolt:
18 Nm (1.8 m • kg, 13 ft • lb)
PILOT SCREW ADJUSTMENT
1. Adjust:
Pilot screw 1
*For EUROPEAdjustment steps:
NOTE:
To optimize the fuel flow at a smaller throttle
opening, each machine’s pilot screw has
been individually set at the factory. Before
adjusting the pilot screw, turn it in fully and
count the number of turns. Record this num-
ber as the factory-set number of turns out.
Turn in the pilot screw until it is lightly
seated.
Turn out the pilot screw by the factory-set
number of turns.
Pilot screw:
1-5/8 turns out
* 1-1/2 turns out
(example)
OIL PRESSURE INSPECTION/
PILOT SCREW ADJUSTMENT

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INSP
ADJ
VALVE CLEARANCE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Checking steps:
Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise with
a wrench.
NOTE:
Squeezing the decompression lever allows
the crankshaft to be turned easily.
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.
NOTE:
In order to be sure that the piston is at Top
Dead Center, the punch mark c on the
exhaust camshaft and the punch mark d on
the intake camshaft must align with the cyl-
inder head surface, as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Measure the valve clearance e using a
feeler gauge 1.
NOTE:
Record the measured reading if the clear-
ance is incorrect.
6. Adjust:
Valve clearance
Adjustment steps:
Remove the camshaft (intake and exhaust).
Refer to “CAMSHAFTS” section in the
CHAPTER 4.

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INSP
ADJ
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT
5. Install:
Drive chain 1
Joint 2
Master link clip 3
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the master link clip to the
direction as shown.
aTurning direction
6. Lubricate:
Drive chain
Drive chain lubricant:
SAE 10W-30 motor oil or suit-
able chain lubricants
EC36A060
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT
1. Elevate the rear wheel by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
2. Check:
Drive chain slack a
Above the seal guard installation bolt.
Out of specification → Adjust.
NOTE:
Before checking and/or adjusting, rotate the
rear wheel through several revolutions and
check the slack several times to find the tight-
est point. Check and/or adjust the drive chain
slack with the rear wheel in this “tight chain”
position.
Drive chain slack:
40 ~ 50 mm (1.6 ~ 2.0 in)

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INSP
ADJ
IGNITION TIMING CHECK
IGNITION TIMING CHECK
1. Remove:
Timing mark accessing screw 1
2. Attach:
Timing light
Inductive tachometer
To the spark plug lead.
3. Check:
Ignition timing
Timing light:
YM-33277-A/90890-03141
Inductive tachometer:
YU-8036-B
Engine tachometer:
90890-03113
Checking steps:
Start the engine and let it warm up. Let the
engine run at the specified speed.
Engine speed:
1,900 ~ 2,100 r/min
Visually check the stationary pointer a is
within the firing range b on the rotor.
Incorrect firing range → Check rotor and
pickup assembly.
4. Install:
Timing mark accessing screw