2003 YAMAHA BEAR TRACKER 250 warning light

EBU00015
1-CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION ................................... 3-1
Identification number records ............... 3-3
Key identification number .................... 3-5
Vehicle identification number ............... 3-7
Model label ........................................... 3-9
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ........................ 4-1
Main switch........................................... 4-1
Indicator lights ..................................... 4-3
Handlebar switches ............................. 4-5
Throttle lever ..................................... 4-11
Speed limiter ...................................... 4-13
Front brake lever ............................... 4-15
Rear brake pedal and lever ............... 4-15
Parking brake .................................... 4-17
Shift pedal ......................................... 4-19
Drive select lever ............................... 4-19
Recoil starter ..................................... 4-21
1234
Fuel tank cap .................................... 4-21
Fuel cock ........................................... 4-23
Starter (choke) .................................. 4-25
Seat.................................................... 4-27
Storage box........................................ 4-31
Front carrier ....................................... 4-31
Rear carrier ........................................ 4-31
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....... 4-33
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .................. 5-1
Front and rear brakes .......................... 5-5
Fuel ...................................................... 5-9
Engine oil ........................................... 5-13
Final gear oil ...................................... 5-17
Throttle lever ...................................... 5-17
Fittings and Fasteners ...................... 5-19
Lights ................................................. 5-19
Switches............................................. 5-19
Battery ............................................... 5-19
Tires .................................................. 5-21
How to measure tire pressure ........... 5-25
Tire wear limit .................................... 5-27
5
U4XE64.book Page 1 Thursday, May 30, 2002 1:49 PM

2-17
WARNING


Always turn off the engine when refueling.


Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.


Do not spill gasoline on the engine or ex-
haust pipe/muffler when refueling. Never
refuel while smoking, or while in the vicini-
ty of sparks, open flames, or other sources
of ignition such as the pilot lights of water
heaters and clothes dryers. Gasoline can
catch fire and you could be burned.


When transporting the machine in another
vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and that
the fuel cock is in the “OFF” position. Oth-
erwise, fuel may leak out of the carburetor
or fuel tank.


Gasoline is poisonous. If you should swal-
low some gasoline or inhale a lot of gaso-
line vapor, or get some gasoline in your
eyes, see your doctor immediately. If gaso-
line spills on your skin, wash with soap
and water. If gasoline spills on your cloth-
ing, change your clothes.
U4XE64.book Page 17 Thursday, May 30, 2002 1:49 PM

4-21 1. Recoil starter
1. Lanceur à réenroulement
1. Arranque por tracción de cable
1. Fuel tank cap
1. Bouchon de réservoir de carburant
1. Tapón del depósito de combustible
EBU00591
Recoil starter
Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until en-
gagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully, being
careful not to pull the rope all the way out.
WARNING
Put the transmission in neutral and set the
parking brake before starting the engine or the
ATV could start to move unexpectedly, which
could cause an accident.
EBU00092
Fuel tank cap
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
U4XE64.book Page 21 Thursday, May 30, 2002 1:49 PM

8-33
1. Air filter element 2. Foam cover
1.Élément du filtre à air 2. Cache en mousse
1. Elemento del filtro de aire 2. Forro de espuma
3. Pull out the air filter element.
4. Separate the foam cover from the air filter el-
ement.
5. Tap the air filter element lightly to remove
most of the dust and dirt. Blow out the re-
maining dirt with compressed air. If the air fil-
ter element is damaged, replace it.
6. Wash the foam cover gently but thoroughly in
water or solvent.
WARNING
When using solvent to clean the foam cover,
always use parts cleaning solvent. Never use
low flash point solvents or gasoline to clean
the foam cover because the engine could
catch fire or explode. 7. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the foam
cover and let it dry.CAUTION:

Do not twist the foam cover when squeez-
ing it.


Do not apply oil to the foam cover.
8. Inspect the foam cover. If damaged, replace
it.
U4XE64.book Page 33 Thursday, May 30, 2002 1:49 PM

8-79 1. Headlight cover
1. Cache de phare
1. Carenado del faro
1. Bulb holder cover (× 2) 2. Bulb holder
1. Cache de la fixation d’ampoule (× 2) 2. Fixation d’ampoule
1. Cubierta del portabombilla (× 2) 2. Portabombilla
EBU01071
Replacing a headlight bulb
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace the bulb as
follows.
1. Remove the headlight cover.
2. Remove the bulb holder cover.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise to re-
move the defective bulb.
WARNING
The headlight bulb is hot when it is on and im-
mediately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb
to cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touch-
es something flammable.
U4XE64.book Page 79 Thursday, May 30, 2002 1:49 PM

8-87
EBU00413
Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha machines receive a rigid in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition
systems can cause poor starting and loss of pow-
er. The troubleshooting chart describes a quick,
easy procedure for making checks. If your ma-
chine requires any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer.
The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-how to prop-
erly service your machine. Use only genuine
Yamaha parts on your machine. Imitation parts
may look like Yamaha parts, but they are often in-
ferior. Consequently, they have a shorter service
life and can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe in-
jury or property damage. Make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the area, including
pilot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
U4XE64.book Page 87 Thursday, May 30, 2002 1:49 PM