2012 YAMAHA WR 250R torque

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Owner’s tool kit The owner’s tool kit is located inside the
tool box.
The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.TIPIf you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, havea Yamaha dealer perform it for you.1. Tool box
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Checking the spark plug The spark plug is an important engine
component, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode, it
should be removed and checked in ac-
cordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plug can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of the spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally). If
the spark plug shows a distinctly differ-
ent color, the engine could be operating
improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If the spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, it should be replaced.
Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with awire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–
1/2 turnpast finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.NOTICE
ECA10840
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twistit back and forth while pushing it in.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/CR9EK
1. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap:0.6 –0.7 mm (0.024 –0.028 in)
Tightening torque: Spark plug:13 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)11
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6. Remove the oil filter element and
O-rings.
7. Install a new oil filter element and new O-rings.
TIPMake sure that the O-rings are properlyseated.
8. Install the oil filter element cover by installing the bolts, then tightening
them to the specified torque.
9. Install the engine oil drain bolt and its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
10. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-tem have cooled down.NOTICE
ECA11620

In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

Make sure that no foreign mate-rial enters the crankcase.
11. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
1. Oil filter element cover
2. Oil filter element cover bolt
1. O-ring
2. Oil filter element
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Tightening torque:Oil filter element cover bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt:20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity: Without oil filter element replace-
ment:
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)
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9it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
12. Turn the engine off, wait a few min- utes until the oil settles, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
NOTICE
ECA11231
After changing the engine oil, make
sure to check the oil pressure as de-
scribed below.
Loosen the bleed bolt.

Start the engine and keep it
idling until oil flows out. If no oil
comes out after one minute,
turn the engine off immediately
so it will not seize. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer repair the
vehicle.

After checking the oil pressure,
tighten the bleed bolt to thespecified torque.
EAU20070
Coolant The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU20254
To check the coolant level1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.TIP
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.

Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to theside can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the cool- ant reservoir.
TIPThe coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.
1. Bleed boltTightening torque:Bleed bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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96. Remove the coolant reservoir cap.
7. Drain the coolant from the coolant
reservoir by turning it upside down.
8. Install the coolant reservoir by placing it in the original position, and then installing the bolts.
9. 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.
1. Bolt
2. Coolant reservoir
1. Coolant reservoir cap
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1. Coolant drain bolt
2. GasketTightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
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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93. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock-
nuts to their specified torques.
4. Make sure that the drive chain pull- ers are in the same position, the
drive chain slack is correct, and
the drive chain moves smoothly.
EAU23025
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.NOTICE
ECA10583
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle, ridingin the rain or riding in wet areas.
1. Clean the drive chain with kero- sene and a small soft brush.
NOTICE: To prevent damaging
the O-rings, do not clean the
drive chain with steam cleaners,
high-pressure washers or inap-
propriate solvents.
[ECA11121]

2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant. NOTICE: Do not use
engine oil or any other lubri-
cants for the drive chain, as they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
[ECA11111]

Tightening torques:
Axle nut:125 Nm (12.5 m·kgf, 90 ft·lbf)
Locknut: 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
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Front wheel
EAU49332
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of itfalling over.1. Remove the rubber cap, and then loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolts and the axle nut. 2. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure in the
previous section “Supporting the
motorcycle”.
3. Remove the axle nut.
4. Pull the wheel axle out.
5. Remove the spacers and the wheel. NOTICE: Do not apply the
brake after the wheel has been
removed together with the
brake disc, otherwise the brake
pads will be forced shut.
[ECA11071]

EAU49342
To install the front wheel 1. Install the spacers into both sides of the wheel hub. NOTICE: When installing the spacers, be sure
to install them on the correct
side.
[ECA17700]

2. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs.
TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake caliper onto the brakedisc.
3. Insert the wheel axle from the right-hand side.
4. Install the axle nut.
5. Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
6. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque.
7. Tighten the front wheel axle pinch bolts to the specified torque, and
then install the rubber cap.
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Axle nut
3. Rubber cap
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1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Wheel axle
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Tightening torque: Axle nut:
63 Nm (6.3 m·kgf, 46 ft·lbf)
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98. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAU45183
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of itfalling over.
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on
page 6-38.
3. Remove the axle nut and washer.
4. Loosen the locknut on each side of the swingarm. 5. Turn the drive chain slack adjust-
ing bolts fully in direction (a).
6. Push the wheel forward, and then remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
TIPThe drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove andinstall the rear wheel.
7. While supporting the brake caliper, pull the wheel axle out.
Tightening torque:Front wheel axle pinch bolt:23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
1. Axle nut
2. Washer1
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1. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
3. Brake caliper
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