2011 YAMAHA YFM250R-W lock

8-40
8
EBU28170Headlight beam If a headlight beam adjustment is necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it.EBU25600Replacing the tail/brake light bulb If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
1. Remove the lens by removing the screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise.3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in,
and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screws.
NOTICEECB00700Do not overtighten the screws, otherwise thelens may break.EBU28030Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens by removing
the screw.
1. Screw
1
1. Tail/brake light bulb
1
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8 2. Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in,
and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screw.
NOTICEECB00870Do not overtighten the screw, otherwise thelens may break.EBU28020Auxiliary light bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, have a Yamaha
dealer replace it.
EBU25651Removing a wheel 1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
Front
1. Screw
1. Nut1
1
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU28190Cleaning Frequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.
1. Before cleaning the ATV:
a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe to
prevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps
are properly installed.
c. Make sure the steering lock cap is properly
installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply
degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply de-
greaser to the chain, sprockets or wheel ax-
les.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden
hose. Use only enough pressure to do the job.
NOTICEECB00710Excessive water pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical de-
vices. Many expensive repair bills have result-
ed from improper high-pressure detergent
applications such as those available in coin-operated car washers.
4. Once most of the dirt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush or bot-
tle brush is handy for hard-to-reach places.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa-
ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Dry the chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner
to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
8. Automotive type wax may be applied to all
painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
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9 b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the
spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark
plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the
starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall with
oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark
plug, and then install the spark plug and
the spark plug cap.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting
points of all levers and pedals.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air
pressure, and then block up the ATV so that
all of its wheels are off the ground. Alternative-
ly, turn the wheels a little every month in order
to prevent the tires from becoming degraded
in one spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to
prevent moisture from entering it.
9. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store
it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an exces-sively cold or warm place [less than 0 °C (30
°F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more in-
formation on storing the battery, see page
8-36.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before storing theATV.
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LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-1PParking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ................................ 8-26
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-8
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1
Pre-operation check list ................................................. 5-1RRiding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 1-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-14
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-3
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-9
Shift pedal, checking .................................................... 8-34
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM250RSE-W) ....................................................... 4-15
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM250R-W) ........................................................... 4-14Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM250RSE-W) ....................................................... 4-22
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM250R-W) ........................................................... 4-20
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-17
Spark plug, checking ..................................................... 8-8
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Speedometer ................................................................. 4-2
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-12
Start switch .................................................................... 4-3
Steering lock ................................................................ 4-13
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-35
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ......................................................................... 8-34
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-34
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-40
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-20
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-4
Tire pressure, measuring ............................................... 5-5
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Tire wear limit ................................................................ 5-6
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-43
Troubleshooting chart .................................................. 8-44
Turn signal indicator light ............................................... 4-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ................................... 8-40
Turn signal switch .......................................................... 4-4VValve clearance ........................................................... 8-20
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
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