2008 YAMAHA WR 250X maintenance

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CAUTION:

ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23280
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING

EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.

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EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU23390
Battery
The battery is located behind panel D.
(See page 6-6.)
This model is equipped with a
sealed-type (MF) battery, which does
not require any maintenance. There is
no need to check the electrolyte or to
add distilled water.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quicklyif the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
WARNING

EWA10760

Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.

EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.

INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.

EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.

Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.

KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
1. Negative battery terminal
2. Positive battery terminal
3. Battery
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9IES OUT OF THE REACH OF

CHILDREN.
To store the battery
1. If the model will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
CAUTION:

ECA10630

Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.

To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-volt-
age) battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealer
charge your battery.
EAU23541
Replacing the fuses
The main fuse is located behind panel
D. (See page 6-6.)
The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located be-
hind panel C. (See page 6-6.)
1. Main fuse
2. Spare main fuse
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If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
CAUTION:

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Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If a fuse immediately blows again,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical system.
EAU45210
Replacing the headlight bulb
This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight cowling to-
gether with the headlight unit by
removing the bolts and pulling up-
ward as shown.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
1. Fuel injection system fuse
2. Radiator fan fuse
3. Backup fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
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Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
7.5 A
1. Bolt
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3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the defective
bulb.
WARNING

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Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooled
down.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
CAUTION:

ECA10660
Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the bulb,
and the bulb life will be adversely af-fected. Thoroughly clean off any dirt
and fingerprints on the headlight
bulb using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
5. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight cowling (to-
gether with the headlight unit) by
placing it in the original position,
and then installing the bolts.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight coupler
2. Bulb cover
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1. Headlight bulb holder
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1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.

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Tail/brake light
This model is equipped with an
LED-type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24202
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb
1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.
CAUTION:

ECA11190
Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break.
1. Screw
2. Turn signal light lens
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1. Turn signal light bulb
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EAU24310
Replacing the license plate
light bulb
1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the screws.
EAU45220
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb
If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See
page 6-33.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by pulling it
out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in.
6. Install the headlight unit.
1. Screw
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1. License plate light unit
2. License plate light bulb socket
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1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle
Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of theframe in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.

EAU24360
Front wheel
EAU45160
To remove the front wheel
WARNING

EWA10820

It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.

Securely support the motorcy-
cle so that there is no danger of
it falling over.
1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolts and axle nut.
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Axle nut
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