2004 YAMAHA YZ250LC check engine

EC0A0000
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.............................1-9
FUEL AND ENGINE MIXING OIL.............1-12
STARTING AND BREAK-IN.....................1-13
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS.......................1-16
CLEANING AND STORAGE....................1-17
CHAPTER 2
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS....................2-1
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS...........2-3
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS..2-12
DEFINITION OF UNITS............................2-12
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM..................2-13
CHAPTER 3
REGULAR INSPECTION
AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS.....................3-1
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE..........................................3-4
ENGINE.......................................................3-5
CHASSIS...................................................3-17
ELECTRICAL............................................3-38
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1-1
DESCRIPTION
GEN
INFO
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1Clutch lever
2“ENGINE STOP” button
3Front brake lever
4Throttle grip
5Radiator cap
6Fuel tank cap
7Kick starter
8Fuel tank
9Radiator
0Coolant drain bolt
qCheck bolt (Transmission oil level)
wRear brake pedal
eValve joint
rFuel cock
tStarter knob
yDrive chain
uAir cleaner
iShift pedal
oFront fork
NOTE:
9The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the following.
9Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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1-8
SPECIAL TOOLS
GEN
INFO
Part number Tool name / How to use IIIustration
YU-33975, 90890-01403 Ring nut wrenchYU-33975 90890-01403
This tool is used when tighten the steering ring nut
to specification.
YM-01442, 90890-01442 Fork seal driver
YM-01442 90890-01442
This tool is used when install the fork oil seal.
YM-01494, 90890-01494 Damper rod holder
YM-01494 90890-01494
Use this tool to remove and install the damper rod.
YU-3112-C, 90890-03112 Yamaha pocket tester
YM-3112-C 90890-03112
Use this tool to inspect the coil resistance,
output voltage and amperage.
YU-8036-B Inductive tachometer
YU-8036-B 90890-03113
90890-03113 Engine tachometer
This tool is needed for observing engine rpm.
YM-91042, 90890-04086 Clutch holding tool
YM-91042 90890-04086
This tool is used to hold the clutch when removing
or installing the clutch boss securing nut.
YM-34487 Dynamic spark tester
YM-34487 90890-06754
90890-06754 Ignition checker
This instrument is necessary for checking the igni-
tion system components.
ACC-QUICK-GS-KT Quick gasket
®ACC-QUICK-GS-KT 90890-85505
90890-85505 YAMAHA Bond No. 1215
This sealant (Bond) is used for crankcase mating
surface, etc.
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STARTING AND BREAK-IN
GEN
INFO
EC190000
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
cC
Before starting the machine, perform the
checks in the pre-operation check list.
w
Never start or run the engine in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous;
they can cause loss of consciousness and
death in a very short time. Always operate
the machine in a well-ventilated area.
EC191001
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
1. Shift the transmission into neutral.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON” and full open the
starter knob (CHOKE).
3. With the throttle completely closed start the
engine by kicking the kick starter forcefully
with firm stroke.
4. Run the engine at idle or slightly higher until
it warms up: this usually takes about one or
two minutes.
5. The engine is warmed up when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter knob
(CHOKE) turned off.
cC
Do not warm up the engine for extended peri-
ods.
EC193001
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Do not operate the starter knob (CHOKE). Open
the throttle slightly and start the engine by kick-
ing the kick starter forcefully with firm stroke.
cC
Observe the following break-in procedures
during initial operation to ensure optimum
performance and avoid engine damage.
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STARTING AND BREAK-IN
GEN
INFO
EC194001
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
1. Before starting the engine, fill the fuel tank
with a break-in oil-fuel mixture as follows.
2. Perform the pre-operation checks on the
machine.
3. Start and warm up the engine. Check the
idle speed, and check the operation of the
controls and the “ENGINE STOP” button.
4. Operate the machine in the lower gears at
moderate throttle openings for five to eight
minutes. Stop and check the spark plug
condition; it will show a rich condition during
break-in.
5. Allow the engine to cool. Restart the engine
and operate the machine as in the step
above for five minutes. Then, very briefly
shift to the higher gears and check full-throt-
tle response. Stop and check the spark
plug.
6. After again allowing the engine to cool,
restart and run the machine for five more
minutes. Full throttle and the higher gears
may be used, but sustained full-throttle
operation should be avoided. Check the
spark plug condition.
7. Allow the engine to cool, remove the top
end, and inspect the piston and cylinder.
Remove any high spots on the piston with
#600 grit wet sandpaper. Clean all compo-
nents and carefully reassemble the top end.
8. Drain the break-in oil-fuel mixture from the
fuel tank and refill with the specified mix.
9. Restart the engine and check the operation
of the machine throughout its entire operat-
ing range. Stop and check the spark plug
condition. Restart the machine and operate
it for about 10 to 15 more minutes. The
machine will now be ready to race.
Mixing oil: Mixing ratio:
Yamalube “2-R” 15:1
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STARTING AND BREAK-IN
GEN
INFO
cC
9After the break-in or before each race, you
must check the entire machine for loose fit-
tings and fasteners as per “TORQUE-
CHECK POINTS”.
Tighten all such fasteners as required.
9When any of the following parts have been
replaced, they must be broken in.
CYLINDER AND CRANKSHAFT:
About one hour of break-in operation is
necessary.
PISTON, RING AND GEARS:
These parts require about 30 minutes of
break-in operation at half-throttle or less.
Observe the condition of the engine careful-
ly during operation.
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1-16
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
GEN
INFO
EC1A0013
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
Frame construction Frame to rear frame
Combined seat and tank Fuel tank to frame
Engine mounting Frame to engine
Engine bracket to engine
Engine bracket to frame
Steering Steering shaft to Steering shaft to frame
handlebar Steering shaft to handle crown
Handle crown to handlebar
Suspension Front Steering shaft to Front fork to handle crown
front fork Front fork to under bracket
Rear For link type Assembly of links
Link to frame
Link to shock absorber
Link to swingarm
Rear Installation of shock Shock absorber to frame
absorber
Rear Installation of swingarm Tightening of pivot shaft
Wheel Installation of wheel Front Tightening of front axle
Tightening of axle holder
Rear Tightening of rear axle
Wheel to sprocket
Brake Front Caliper to front fork
Brake disc to wheel
Tightening of union bolt
Master cylinder to handlebar
Tightening of air bleeder
Rear Brake pedal to frame
Brake disc to wheel
Tighening of union bolt
Master cylinder to frame
Tightening of air bleeder
Fuel system Fuel tank to fuel cock
NOTE:
Concerning the tightening torque, refer to “
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS” section in
the CHAPTER 2.
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONSSPEC
M 4 × 0.7
M10 × 1.25
M10 × 1.25
M20 × 1.5
M 8 × 1.25
–
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 8 × 1.25
M 8 × 1.25
M10 × 1.25
M10 × 1.25
M10 × 1.25
M16 × 1.5
M14 × 1.5
M14 × 1.5
M14 × 1.5
M10 × 1.25
M10 × 1.25
M 8 × 1.25
M 8 × 1.25
M 5 ×0.8
M 4 ×0.7
M 8 × 1.25
M 6 × 1.0
M 5 ×0.8
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 8 × 1.25
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0
M 6 × 1.0 Rear brake master cylinder cap
Rear brake hose union bolt (caliper)
Rear brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)
Rear wheel axle and nut
Driven sprocket and wheel hub
Nipple (spoke)
Disc cover and rear brake caliper
Protector and rear brake caliper
Chain puller adjust bolt and locknut
Engine mounting:
Engine bracket and frame
Engine and frame (front)
Engine and frame (upper)
Engine and frame (lower)
Pivot shaft and nut
Relay arm and swingarm
Relay arm and connecting rod
Connecting rod and frame
Rear shock absorber and frame
Rear shock absorber and relay arm
Rear frame and frame (upper)
Rear frame and frame (lower)
Swingarm and brake hose holder
Swingarm and patch
Drive chain tensioner mounting
Chain support and swingarm
Seal guard and swingarm
Fuel tank mounting
Fuel tank and fuel cock
Fuel tank and seat set bracket
Fuel tank and hooking screw (fitting band)
Fuel tank and fuel tank bracket
Seat mounting
Side cover mounting
Air scoop mounting
Front fender mounting
Rear fender mounting (front)
Rear fender mounting (rear)
Number platePart to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb
2
1
1
1
6
72
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
4
4
2
3
4
2
2
1
1
4
2
2
6
4
2
2
12
30
30
125
42
3
7
7
16
34
64
64
64
85
80
80
80
56
53
32
29
1
2
19
7
6
10
7
7
7
7
19
7
4
7
7
12
70.2
3.0
3.0
12.5
4.2
0.3
0.7
0.7
1.6
3.4
6.4
6.4
6.4
8.5
8.0
8.0
8.0
5.6
5.3
3.2
2.9
0.1
0.2
1.9
0.7
0.6
1.0
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
1.9
0.7
0.4
0.7
0.7
1.2
0.71.4
22
22
90
30
2.2
5.1
5.1
11
24
46
46
46
61
58
58
58
40
38
23
21
0.7
1.4
13
5.1
4.3
7.2
5.1
5.1
5.1
5.1
13
5.1
2.9
5.1
5.1
8.7
5.1
NOTE:
- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.
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