2010 YAMAHA WR 250R engine coolant

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-15
69. Remove the coolant drain bolt and
its gasket to drain the cooling sys-
tem.
10. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
11. Install the coolant drain bolt and its
new gasket, and then tighten the
bolt to the specified torque.
12. Pour the specified amount of the
recommended coolant into the ra-
diator and reservoir.13. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
14. Install the radiator cap.
15. Start the engine, let it idle for sev-
eral minutes, and then turn it off.
16. Remove the radiator cap to check
the coolant level in the radiator. If
necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the top of the radia-
tor, and then install the radiator
cap and its retaining bolt.
17. Check the coolant level in the res-
ervoir. If necessary, remove the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then install the cap.18. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
19. Install the panels.
1. Coolant drain bolt
2. GasketTightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
12
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibi-
tors for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all
routes):
0.90 L (0.95 US qt, 0.79 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
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6-42
6 Engine overheating
WARNING
EWA10400


Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.


After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing
sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2180 mm (85.8 in)
Overall width:
810 mm (31.9 in)
Overall height:
1230 mm (48.4 in)
Seat height:
930 mm (36.6 in)
Wheelbase:
1420 mm (55.9 in)
Ground clearance:
300 mm (11.81 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2300 mm (90.6 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
134 kg (295 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
250 cm³
Bore × stroke:
77.0 × 53.6 mm (3.03 × 2.11 in)
Compression ratio:
11.80 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
1.30 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
0.90 L (0.95 US qt, 0.79 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
7.6 L (2.01 US gal, 1.67 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.1 L (0.55 US gal, 0.46 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:
3D71 10Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR9EK
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
78/25 (3.120)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
43/13 (3.308)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
–20 –10 0
1020 30 40 50 C 10 30 50 70 90 110 0 130 F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Headlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55 W
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
EL (Electroluminescent)
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
30.0 AHeadlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose,
cleaning .............................................. 6-16
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-36BBattery................................................... 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-10
Brake lever free play, adjusting............. 6-22
Brake light switches .............................. 6-23
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-10
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-29CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-21
Coolant.................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-2DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-27
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-25EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter element ............. 6-10
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3EXUP system ....................................... 3-18
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-14
Front fork, bleeding............................... 3-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-30
Fuel....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-2
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-33
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-19
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-36MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function display .............................. 3-3NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-7Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-13
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shift pedal, checking ............................. 6-23
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-17
Sidestand .............................................. 3-19
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-29
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking................................. 6-30
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-29TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-35
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-40
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-41
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-35
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9VValve clearance..................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1
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