2016 YAMAHA WR 250R stop start

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TIPIndicator “ ” comes on when tripmeter
A is selected, and indicator “ ” comeson when tripmeter B is selected.
If the fuel level warning light comes on (see page 3-2), the display will auto-
matically change to the fuel reserve
tripmeter mode “F” and start counting
the distance traveled from that point. In
this case, push the “SELECT 2” button
to switch the display between the vari-
ous tripmeter and odometer modes in
the following order:
fuel reserve tripmeter “F”
 odometer
 tripmeter A  tripmeter B  fuel re-
serve tripmeter “F”
TIPThe fuel level warning light may not
function accurately while riding off road
as the fuel level reading changes due to
the movement and inclination of the ve-hicle.
If the fuel level warning light comes on
while riding in the measurement mode,
change to the basic mode and push the
“SELECT 2” button to display the fuel
reserve tripmeter.TIPTo change from the measurement
mode to the basic mode, the stopwatch
and the distance-compensation tripme-
ter must be stopped.
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the “SELECT 2” button, and then
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second. If you do not reset the fuel
reserve tripmeter “F” manually, it will re-
set itself automatically and the display
will return to the prior mode after refuel-
ing and traveling 5 km (3 mi).TIPThe display cannot be switched back to
fuel reserve tripmeter “F” after the fuelreserve tripmeter “F” has been reset.
ClockThe clock uses a 12-hour time system.
1. Tripmeter A indicator “ ”
1. Tripmeter B indicator “ ”
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1. Fuel reserve tripmeter “F”
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The clock displays when the key is
turned to “ON”.
To set the clock
1. Push the “SELECT 1” button for at
least two seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing, push either select button to set the
hours.
3. Push the “RESET” button, and the minute digits will start flashing.
4. Push either select button to set the minutes.
5. Push the “RESET” button, and the second digits will start flashing.
6. Push either select button to set the second digits to zero.
7. Push the “RESET” button for at least two seconds, and then re-
lease it to start the clock.TIP
When setting the clock, push the
“SELECT 1” button to increase the
digits or “SELECT 2” button to de-
crease the digits. Pushing and
holding either button will increase
or decrease the digits continuously
until the button is released.
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If the “RESET” button is not
pushed within 30 seconds, the
clock will not be set and will returnto the prior time.
Changing from the basic mode to
the measurement mode
With the odometer selected, push the
“SELECT 1” button and “SELECT 2”
button together for at least two seconds
to change to the measurement mode.
Changing from the measurement
mode to the basic mode
TIPThe stopwatch must be stopped beforechanging to the basic mode. 1. Check that the stopwatch is not in operation. If the stopwatch is in op-
eration, stop it by pushing the “SE-
LECT 1” button and “SELECT 2”
button together.
2. Push the “SELECT 1” button and “SELECT 2” button together for at
least two seconds to change to the
basic mode. Measurement mode (for the stop-
watch)
When the measurement mode is se-
lected, the stopwatch is displayed and it
can be started manually or automatical-
ly.
Manual start
The manual start is the default setting
for the stopwatch. The stopwatch indi-
cator “ ” and the distance-compensa-
tion tripmeter indicator “ ” will start
flashing.
1. Push the “RESET” button to start the stopwatch.
2. Push the “SELECT 1” button and “SELECT 2” button together to
stop the stopwatch.
3. To resume stopwatch counting,
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“SELECT 2” button together.
To reset the stopwatch to zero,
push the “RESET” button for at
least two seconds.
TIPThe stopwatch will continue counting
when the vehicle is stopped. To stop
and/or resume counting, repeat steps 2and 3.
Auto start1. Push the “SELECT 1” button for at
least two seconds to set the auto
start.TIPWhen the stopwatch is set to auto start,
the stopwatch indicator “ ” and the
distance-compensation tripmeter indi-
cator “ ” will start flashing, and the dig-
its in the display will start scrolling fromleft to right. 2. When the vehicle starts moving,
the stopwatch will start counting.
3. Push the “SELECT 1” button and “SELECT 2” button together to
stop the stopwatch.
4. To resume counting, push the “SE- LECT 1” button and “SELECT 2”
button together again.
TIPThe stopwatch will continue counting
when the vehicle is stopped. To stop
and/or resume counting, repeat steps 3and 4.
Measurement mode (for calibrating
the distance-compensation tripme-
ter’s reading)
The distance-compensation tripmeter is a feature intended to provide a more
accurate tripmeter reading for enduro
riding. Calibrating this meter in accor-
dance with the distances specified on
the enduro course map will help famil-
iarize the rider with the course. In addi-
tion, calibrating the meter may also be
necessary when using tire, wheel,
chain sprocket sizes, etc. other than
specified. For further information con-
cerning the use of this meter, please
consult your nearby Yamaha dealer.
Calibrate the distance-compensation
tripmeter as follows.
To increase the reading, push the “SE-
LECT 1” button. To decrease the read-
ing, push the “SELECT 2” button.
Pushing and holding either button will
increase or decrease the reading con-
tinuously until the button is released.
TIPCalibrating the reading of the dis-
tance-compensation tripmeter is possi-
ble regardless of the stopwatchoperation.
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Resetting the distance-compensa-
tion tripmeter or the distance-com-
pensation tripmeter in combination
with the stopwatch
TIPResetting can be made only to the dis-
tance-compensation tripmeter or to the
distance-compensation tripmeter incombination with the stopwatch.
Resetting the distance-compensationtripmeter1. Check that the stopwatch mea-
surement is in operation.
2. Reset the distance-compensation tripmeter to zero by pushing the
“RESET” button for at least two
seconds.
Resetting the distance-compensationtripmeter in combination with the stop-watch1. Stop the stopwatch.
2. Reset the distance-compensation tripmeter and the stopwatch to
zero by pushing the “RESET” but-
ton for at least two seconds. Self-diagnosis device
This model is equipped with a self-diag-
nosis device for various electrical cir-
cuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those
circuits, the engine trouble warning light
will come on and the display will indi-
cate an error code.
If the display indicates any error codes,
note the code number, and then have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
NOTICE
ECA11591
If the display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoidengine damage.
EAU1234H
Handlebar switchesLeft
Right
1. Error code display
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1. Dimmer switch “ / ”
2. Turn signal switch “ / ”
3. Horn switch “ ”
1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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EAU12401
Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU12461
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.
EAU12501
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12661
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.
EAU12713
Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
EAU41701
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.
EAU12822
Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
side of the handlebar. To disengage
the clutch, pull the lever toward the
handlebar 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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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden. The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
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Operation and important riding points
EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accidentor injury.
EAU47152
TIPThis model is equipped with:
a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the display will indicate error
code 30, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the key to “OFF” and
then to “ON” to clear the error
code. Failing to do so will prevent
the engine from starting even
though the engine will crank when
pushing the start switch.
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an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. In this case,
the display will indicate error code
70, but this is not a malfunction.
Push the start switch to clear the
error code and to restart the en-gine.
EAU45128
Starting the engineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
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The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.
See page 3-19 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
The following warning lights
should come on for a few seconds,
then go off.
Fuel level warning light
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Coolant temperature warning
light
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Engine trouble warning light
NOTICE
ECA15485
If a warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to
“ON”, or if a warning light remains
on, see page 3-2 for the correspond-
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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WARNING
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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.
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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 hissingsound 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 us
ed instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas 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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