service YAMAHA YZ250F 2015 User Guide

ENGINE
3-17
3. Install:
• Digital tachometer
TIP
Get the high tension cord “1” of the ignition coil
pinched in the detector “a” of the digital tachom-
eter.
4. Measure:
• Engine idling speed
Out of specification  Regulate.
5. Adjust:
• Engine idling speed
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a. Turn the starter knob/idle screw “1” in the di-
rection of “a” or “b” to make an adjustment.
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EAS1SM5089
ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEARANCE
TIP
• This section is intended for those who have
basic knowledge and skill concerning the ser-
vicing of Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha
dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who
have little knowledge and skill concerning ser-
vicing are requested not to undertake inspec-
tion, adjustment, disassembly, or reassembly
only by reference to this manual. It may lead
to servicing trouble and mechanical damage.
• Make sure that the valve clearance is
checked or adjusted while the engine is cold
(at room temperature).
• While the valve clearance is checked or ad-
justed, make sure that the piston is positioned
in the top dead center (TDC).
1. Remove:
• Seat
• Side cover (left/right)
• Air scoop (left/right)
Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-
1.
• Fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
•ECU
2. Remove:
• Spark plug
• Cylinder head cover
Refer to “CAMSHAFT” on page 5-11.
3. Remove:
• Timing mark accessing screw “1”
• Crankshaft end accessing screw “2”
• O-ring
4. Check:
• Valve clearance
Out of specification  Regulate. Digital tachometer
90890-06760
YU-39951-B
Engine idling speed
1900–2100 r/min
Direction “a” Engine idling speed  De-
creases.
Direction “b” Engine idling speed  In-
creases.
1 1
a a
1 b
a
Valve clearance (cold)
Intake
0.13–0.20 mm (0.0051–0.0079 in)
Exhaust
0.17–0.24 mm (0.0067–0.0094 in)
1
2

GENERAL CHASSIS
4-1
EAS1SM5118
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EAS1SM5119
GENERAL CHASSIS
Removing the seat and side cover
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
1 Seat 1
2 Air scoop (left) 1
3 Air scoop (right) 1
4 Side cover (left) 1
5 Side cover (right) 1
6 Number plate 1
7 Rear fender 1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
4 (2)
75
1
3
6
2
7 Nm (0.7 m•kgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
22 Nm (2.2 mkgf, 16 ftIbf)T.R.
1.3 Nm (0.13 mkgf, 0.94 ftIbf)T.R.16 Nm (1.6 mkgf, 12 ftIbf)T.R.

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-1
EAS1SM5196
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EAS1SM5197
ENGINE REMOVAL
Removing the exhaust pipe
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
Side cover (right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Rear shock absorber assembly lower boltRefer to “REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AS-
SEMBLY” on page 4-53.
Connecting arm bolt (frame side)Refer to “REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AS-
SEMBLY” on page 4-53.
1 Silencer clamp 1 Loosen.
2 Silencer 1
3 Exhaust pipe 2 clamp 1 Loosen.
4 Exhaust pipe 2 1
5 Exhaust pipe 1 1
6 Gaskets 3
10
5
9
2 6
1
66
3
84 7 (8)
(6)
30 Nm (3.0 m•kgf, 22 ftIbf)T.R.
30 Nm (3.0 mkgf, 22 ftIbf)T.R.
8 Nm (0.8 mkgf, 5.8 ftIbf)T.R.
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftIbf)T.R.
New
New
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftIbf)T.R.
12 Nm (1.2 mkgf, 8.7 ftIbf)T.R.12 Nm (1.2 mkgf, 8.7 ftIbf)T.R.
20 Nm (2.0 mkgf, 14 ftIbf)T.R.
New
1st
2nd 20 Nm (2.0 m
kgf, 14 ftlbf) 13 Nm (1.3 m
kg , 9.4 ftlbf)T.R.
LT
LT
LT

RADIATOR
6-1
EAS1SM5296
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EAS1SM5297
RADIATOR
Removing the radiator
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
CoolantDrain.
Refer to “CHANGING THE COOLANT” on
page 3-8.
Seat Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tank Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Air filter case Refer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
1 Radiator guard 2
2 Radiator hose clamp 8 Loosen.
11
12
New
New
New
LS
LS

FUEL TANK
7-1
EAS1SM5306
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EAS1SM5307
FUEL TANK
Removing the fuel tank
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
Seat Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right)
Air scoop (left/right)
1 Fuel pump coupler 1 Disconnect.
2 Fuel hose 1 Disconnect.
3Fuel tank 1
4 Fuel pump bracket 1
5 Fuel pump 1
6 Fuel pump gasket 1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
4(6) (2)
(2) (2)(2)2
5
6
3
1
New
4.0 Nm (0.40 mkgf, 2.9 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
9 Nm (0.9 mkgf, 6.5 ftIbf)T.R.
4.0 Nm (0.40 mkgf, 2.9 ftIbf)T.R.

8-1
EAS1SM5321
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
8-13
2. Connect the FI diagnostic tool sub-lead.
3. Connect the FI diagnostic tool sub-lead to the battery.
TIP
• Prepare the fully charged 12 V battery for yourself.
• For information on how to connect and use the Yamaha diagnostic tool, refer to “YAMAHA DIGNO-
STIC TOOL OPERATION MANUAL”.
EAS1SM5330TROUBLESHOOTING DETAILS
This section describes the measures per fault code No. displayed on the Yamaha diagnostic tool.
Check and service the items or components that are the probable cause of the malfunction following
the order given in the troubleshooting chart.
After the check and service of the malfunctioning part have been completed, reset the Yamaha diag-
nostic tool display according to the “Reinstatement method”.
Fault code No.: To be displayed on the Yamaha diagnostic tool when the engine fails to work nor-
mally
Diagnostic code No.: To be used when the diagnostic mode is active FI diagnostic tool sub-lead
90890-03212
YU-03212
1. Vehicle
2. Coupler for connecting optional part
3. FI diagnostic tool sub-lead
4. Sub-harness (included with the Yamaha di-
agnostic tool)
5. Vehicle communication cable (included with
the Yamaha diagnostic tool)
6. Yamaha diagnostic tool
7. Battery (12 V)
1
3 2
2456
7