YAMAHA YZ250F 2015 Owners Manual

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-8
3. Replace:
• Fiber “1”
4. Install:
• Silencer body “1”
•Bolt “2”
TIP
Apply heat-resistant sealant to the areas “a”
shown, making sure that there are no gaps in
the beads of sealant.
5. Replace:
• Fiber “1”
TIP
Stuff the fiber into the silencer body by using a
flat board “2”.
6. Install:
• Silencer cap “1”
•Rivet “2”
TIP
• Apply heat-resistant sealant to the areas “a”
shown, making sure that there are no gaps in
the beads of sealant.
• Take care not to allow the fiber out of place
when installing the silencer body “3”.
EAS1SM5204INSTALLING THE ENGINE
1. Install:
• Engine “1”
Install the engine from the right side.
• Pivot shaft “2”
• Engine mounting bolt (lower side) “3”
• Front engine bracket “4”
• Engine bracket bolt (front side) “5”
• Engine mounting bolt (front side) “6”
• Upper engine bracket “7”
• Engine bracket bolt (upper side) “8”
• Engine mounting bolt (upper side) “9”
TIP
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to the pivot
shaft. Silencer body bolt
8 Nm (0.8 m·kgf, 5.8 ft·lbf)
LOCTITE®
1
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12LT
2
1
Pivot shaft
85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf)
Engine mounting bolt (lower side)
53 Nm (5.3 m·kgf, 38 ft·lbf)
Engine bracket bolt (front side)
34 Nm (3.4 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf)
Engine mounting bolt (front side)
55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf)
Engine bracket bolt (upper side)
34 Nm (3.4 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf)
Engine mounting bolt (upper
side)
45 Nm (4.5 m·kgf, 33 ft·lbf)
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ENGINE REMOVAL
5-9
EAS1SM5205INSTALLING THE BRAKE PEDAL
1. Install:
• Spring “1”
• Brake pedal “2”
• O-rings “3”
• Bolt (brake pedal) “4”
•Clip “5”
TIP
Apply the lithium soap base grease on the bolt,
O-rings and brake pedal bracket.
EAS1SM5206INSTALLING THE DRIVE SPROCKET
1. Install:
• Drive sprocket “1”
• Drive chain “2”
TIP
Install the drive sprocket together with the drive
chain.2. Install:
• Lock washer “1”
• Nut (drive sprocket) “2”
TIP
Tighten the nut while applying the rear brake.
ECA33DD040
NOTICE
Make sure to tighten to specification; other-
wise, it may damage the other part that is
fastened together.
3. Bend the lock washer tab to lock the nut.
4. Install:
• Drive sprocket guide
• Drive sprocket cover “1”
• Bolt (drive sprocket cover) “2” Bolt (brake pedal)
26 Nm (2.6 m·kgf, 19 ft·lbf)
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9
9 8
7
4 1
2
43
5
56
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3
45
LS
Nut (drive sprocket)
75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
Bolt (drive sprocket cover)
7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
New
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ENGINE REMOVAL
5-10
EAS1SM5207INSTALLING THE EXHAUST PIPE AND
MUFFLER
1. Install:
•Gasket
• Exhaust pipe 1 “1”
• Nut (exhaust pipe 1) “2”
TIP
First temporarily tighten nuts to 13 Nm (1.3
m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf). Then retighten them to 20 Nm
(2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf).
2. Install:
•Clamp
• Exhaust pipe 2 “1”
• Bolt (exhaust pipe 2) “2”
TIP
Install and temporarily tighten the exhaust pipe
2 with its end positioned as shown with respect
to the exhaust pipe 1.3. Install:
•Clamp
• Silencer “1”
• Bolt (silencer) “2”
TIP
Install and temporarily tighten the silencer so
that its joint is positioned as shown with respect
to the exhaust pipe 2.
4. Tighten:
• Bolt (exhaust pipe 2)
•Clamp
TIP
Tighten while checking that their front and rear
joints are inserted in position. Nut (exhaust pipe)
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
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1
22
1
2
2mm (0.08in)
Bolt (silencer)
30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf)
Bolt (exhaust pipe 2)
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Clamp
12 Nm (1.2 m·kgf, 8.7 ft·lbf)
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2
2
1
2mm (0.08in)
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CAMSHAFT
5-11
EAS1SM5208
CAMSHAFT
Removing the cylinder head cover
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
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.
1 Spark plug 1
2 Cylinder head breather hose 1
3 Bolt (cylinder head cover) 3
4 Cylinder head cover 1
5 Cylinder head cover gasket 1
6 Timing chain guide (top side) 1
7 Cylinder head cover gasket 1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
1
4
6 7
5 2
3
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftIbf)T.R
.
13 Nm (1.3 mkgf, 9.4 ftIbf)T.R.
3

CAMSHAFT
5-12
Removing the camshaft
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
1Timing mark accessing screw
1
2Crankshaft end accessing screw
1
3Timing chain tensioner cap bolt
1
4Timing chain tensioner
1
5Camshaft cap
2
6Clip
2
7Intake camshaft
1
8Exhaust camshaft
1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
6 Nm (0.6 m kgf, 4.3 ft Ibf)T.R.
6 Nm (0.6 m kgf, 4.3 ft Ibf)T.R.
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
5
8
3
4
1
2
7
6
5 (4)(4)
6
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CAMSHAFT
5-13
EAS1SM5209REMOVING THE CAMSHAFT
1. Remove:
• Timing mark accessing screw “1”
• Crankshaft end accessing screw “2”
2. Align:
• Alignment mark
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a. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise with a
wrench.
b. Align the top dead center (TDC) mark “a” on
the rotor with the alignment mark “b” on the
crankcase cover.
TIP
Align the alignment mark “c” on the exhaust
camshaft sprocket and the alignment mark “d”
on the intake camshaft sprocket with the edge
of the cylinder head.
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3. Remove:
• Timing chain tensioner cap bolt “1”
• Timing chain tensioner “2”
•Gaskets4. Remove:
• Bolt (camshaft cap) “1”
• Camshaft cap “2”
• Clip “3”
TIP
• Remove the bolts (camshaft cap) in a criss-
cross pattern, working from the outside in.
• In order to prevent the clip from falling into the
crankcase, remove the camshaft cap.
ECA33DD027
NOTICE
The bolts (camshaft cap) must be removed
evenly to prevent damage to the cylinder
head, camshafts or camshaft caps.
5. Remove:
• Exhaust camshaft “1”
• Intake camshaft “2”
TIP
Attach a wire “3” to the timing chain to prevent
it from falling into the crankcase.
1
2
b
a
dc
1 2
1
2
3

CAMSHAFT
5-14
EAS1SM5210CHECKING THE CAMSHAFT
1. Check:
• Camshaft lobes
Blue discoloration/pitting/scratches  Re-
place the camshaft.
2. Measure:
• Camshaft lobe dimensions “A” and “B”
Out of specification  Replace the cam-
shaft.3. Measure:
• Camshaft runout
Out of specification  Replace.
4. Measure:
• Camshaft-journal-to-camshaft-cap clear-
ance
Out of specification  Measure the cam-
shaft journal diameter.
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a. Install the camshaft into the cylinder head.
b. Position a strip of Plastigauge® “1” onto the
camshaft journal as shown. Camshaft lobe dimensions
Intake A
31.730–31.830 mm (1.2492–
1.2531 in)
Limit
31.630 mm (1.2453 in)
Intake B
22.450–22.550 mm (0.8839–
0.8878 in)
Limit
22.350 mm (0.8799 in)
Exhaust A
33.370–33.470 mm (1.3138–
1.3177 in)
Limit
33.270 mm (1.3098 in)
Exhaust B
25.211–25.311 mm (0.9926–
0.9965 in)
Limit
25.111 mm (0.9886 in)
1
2
3
Camshaft runout limit
0.030 mm (0.0012 in)
Camshaft-journal-to-camshaft-
cap clearance
0.028–0.062 mm (0.0011–0.0024
in)
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CAMSHAFT
5-15
c. Install the dowel pins and the camshaft
caps.
TIP
• Tighten the camshaft cap bolts in a crisscross
pattern from innermost to outer caps.
• Do not turn the camshaft when measuring the
camshaft journal-to-camshaft cap clearance.
d. Remove the camshaft caps and then mea-
sure the width of the Plastigauge® “1”.
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5. Measure:
• Camshaft journal diameter “a”
Out of specification  Replace the cam-
shaft.
Within specification  Replace the cylinder
head and the camshaft caps as a set.
EAS1SM5211CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN AND CAM-
SHAFT SPROCKET
1. Check:
• Timing chain “1”
Damage/stiffness  Replace the timing
chain and camshaft as a set.2. Check:
• Camshaft sprocket
More than 1/4 tooth wear “a”  Replace the
camshaft and the timing chain as a set.
EAS1SM5212CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN TENSION-
ERS
1. Check:
• Timing chain tensioner
Crack/damage  Replace.
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a. While pressing the tensioner rod lightly with
your fingers, use a thin screwdriver “1” to
wind the tensioner rod up fully clockwise.
b. When releasing the screwdriver by pressing
lightly with your fingers, make sure that the
tensioner rod will come out smoothly.
c. If not, replace the tensioner assembly.
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Camshaft cap bolt
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Camshaft journal diameter
21.959–21.972 mm (0.8645–
0.8650 in)
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a. 1/4 tooth
b. Correct
1. Timing chain roller
2. Camshaft sprocket
a
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CAMSHAFT
5-16
EAS1SM5213CHECKING THE DECOMPRESSION SYS-
TEM
1. Check:
• Decompression system
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a. Check that the decompressor cam “1”
moves smoothly.
b. Check that the decompressor lever pin “2”
projects from the camshaft.
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EAS1SM5214INSTALLING THE CAMSHAFTS
1. Install:
• Exhaust camshaft “1”
• Intake camshaft “2”
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a. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise with a
wrench.
TIP
• Apply molybdenum disulfide oil to the cam-
shafts.
• Apply the engine oil on the decompression
system.
b. Align the top dead center (TDC) mark “a” on
the rotor with the alignment mark “b” on the
crankcase cover.c. Fit the timing chain “3” onto both camshaft
sprockets and install the camshafts on the
cylinder head.
TIP
Make sure that the alignment mark “c” on the
exhaust camshaft sprocket and the alignment
mark “d” on the intake camshaft sprocket are
aligned with the edge of the cylinder head.
ECA33DD029
NOTICE
Do not turn the crankshaft during the cam-
shaft installation. Damage or improper
valve timing will result.
d. Install the clips, the camshaft caps and the
bolts (camshaft cap).
TIP
• Before installing the clips, cover the cylinder
head with a clean cloth to prevent the clips
from coming off into the cylinder head cavity.
• Tighten the bolts to the specified torque in two
or three steps in the proper tightening se-
quence as shown.
ECA33DD030
NOTICE
The bolts (camshaft cap) must be tightened
evenly, or damage to the cylinder head,
camshaft caps, and camshaft will result.
1
2
Bolt (camshaft cap)
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
b
a
dc
3
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CAMSHAFT
5-17
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2. Install:
• Timing chain tensioner
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a. While pressing the tensioner rod lightly with
your fingers, use a thin screwdriver to wind
the tensioner rod up fully clockwise.
b. With the tensioner rod fully wound and the
chain tensioner UP mark “a” facing upward,
install the gasket “1”, the timing chain ten-
sioner “2”, and the gasket “3”, and tighten
the bolt “4”.
c. Release the screwdriver, check that the ten-
sioner rod comes out smoothly, and tighten
the gasket “5” and the cap bolt “6”.
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3. Turn:
• Crankshaft
Counterclockwise several turns.
4. Check:
• Top dead center (TDC) mark on the rotor
Align with the crankcase alignment mark.
• Camshaft match marks
Align with the cylinder head surface.
Out of alignment  Adjust.
5. Install:
• Timing chain guide (top side) “1”
• Cylinder head cover gasket “2”
• Cylinder head cover “3”
• Bolt (cylinder head cover) “4”
TIP
Before installation, apply the sealant to the cyl-
inder head cover gasket.
6. Install:
• Cylinder head breather hose
• Spark plug Bolt (timing chain tensioner)
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Tensioner cap bolt
6 Nm (0.6 m·kgf, 4.3 ft·lbf)
3
4
8
7
15
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Bolt (cylinder head cover)
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Three Bond No.1215®
90890-85505
Spark plug
13 Nm (1.3m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)
6 5
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4
4
3
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