2012 YAMAHA WR 250R high beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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9
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EAU49391
Indicator lights and warning
lights
EAU11020
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11352
Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
2.1 L (0.55 US gal, 0.46 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
EAU11446
Coolant temperature warning light
“”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
2. Fuel level warning light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
6. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU12400
Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12500
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12660
Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “ ” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12711
Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the enginewith the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
EAU41700
The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU12820
Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See
page 3-19.)1. Clutch lever
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SPECIFICATIONS
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5
6
789
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: LED
Fuses:Main fuse: 30.0 A
Headlight 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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INDEX
AAir filter element and check hose,
cleaning ................................................. 6-17
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................... 6-38BBattery ..................................................... 6-32
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .............................................. 6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................... 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking ....................... 6-25
Brake lever .............................................. 3-10
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............... 6-23
Brake light switches ................................. 6-24
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-10
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ..... 6-30CCables, checking and lubricating ............. 6-29
Care ........................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................... 3-13
Clutch lever................................................ 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-22
Coolant .................................................... 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light............. 3-2DDimmer switch ........................................... 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ....... 6-28
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-27EEngine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed ................................. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter element................ 6-12
Engine stop switch..................................... 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-3
EXUP system .......................................... 3-18
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ...... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ................................ 3-14
Front fork, bleeding ................................. 3-16
Front fork, checking................................. 6-31
Fuel ......................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-3
Fuel level warning light .............................. 3-2
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing......................... 6-35
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 lights and warning lights ............. 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-37MMain switch/steering lock .......................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubricatio n, periodic....... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ..... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display................................. 3-3NNeutral indicator light ................................ 3-2PPanels, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking ...................................................... 5-4 Part locations .............................................2-1
SSafety information ......................................1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-13
Shifting .......................................................5-2
Shift pedal ................................................3-10
Shift pedal, checking................................ 6-24
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .......3-17
Sidestand .................................................3-19
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ........6-30
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-11
Specifications.............................................8-1
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Start switch ................................................3-9
Steering, checking ................................... 6-32
Storage ......................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .......................6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating .................... 6-31TTail/brake light ......................................... 6-36
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-29
Throttle grip free play, checking............... 6-19
Tires ......................................................... 6-20
Tool kit .......................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-43
Turn signal indicator light ...........................3-2
Turn signal light bul b, replacing ............... 6-36
Turn signal switch ......................................3-9VValve clearance ....................................... 6-20
Vehicle identificat ion number .....................9-1
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