2017 YAMAHA WR 250F check engine

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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Before troubleshooting, disconnect the starter motor lead from the starter relay.
Fault code No. 44
ItemEEPROM fault code number: an error is detected while read-
ing or writing on EEPROM.
Fail-safe systemAble/Unable to start engine
Able/Unable to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.60
Diagnostic tool displayEEPROM fault code display
• 00: No fault
• 01: CO adjustment value
• 07: Setting tool adjustment values 0–8 for fuel injection amount or
ignition timing
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Locate the malfunction Execute the diagnostic mode
(Code No. 60).
00: Go to item 4.
01: Go to item 2.
07: Go to item 3.—
2 “01” is indicated in Diagnostic
mode (Code No. 60) EEP-
ROM data error for adjust-
ment of CO concentrationChange the CO concentra-
tion, and rewrite in EEPROM.
After this adjustment, push
the engine stop switch.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Repeat the proce-
dure in item 1. If the same
number is indicated, perform
the procedure in item 3.
3 “07” is indicated in Diagnostic
mode (Code No. 60) EEP-
ROM data error for setting
tool adjustment values for
fuel injection amount or igni-
tion timing.Erase the setting map in the
diagnostic mode (diagnostic
code No. 65).Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Repeat the proce-
dure in item 1. If the same
number is indicated, perform
the procedure in item 4.
4 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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Fault code No. 46
Item Charging voltage is abnormal.
Fail-safe systemAble/Unable to start engine
Able/Unable to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.—
Diagnostic tool display—
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of wire harness
ECU coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Start the engine and let it idle
for approximately 5 seconds.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 2.
2 Wire harness continuity. Open or short circuit Re-
place the wire harness.
Between rectifier/regulator
coupler and ECU coupler.
red–red
Between battery terminal and
ECU coupler.
red–redStart the engine and let it idle
for approximately 5 seconds.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 3.
3 Defective AC magneto. Check the AC magneto.
Refer to “CHARGING SYS-
TEM” on page 9-12.
Defective AC magneto  Re-
place.Start the engine and let it idle
for approximately 5 seconds.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 4.
4 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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Before troubleshooting, disconnect the starter motor lead from the starter relay.
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Before troubleshooting, disconnect the starter motor lead from the starter relay. Fault code No. 50
ItemFaulty ECU memory. (When this malfunction is detected in the
ECU, the fault code number might not appear on the meter.)
Fail-safe systemUnable to start engine
Unable to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.—
Diagnostic tool display—
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU. Push the start switch.
Check that the fault code
number is not displayed.
Fault code No. Waiting for connection
Item No communication signal is received from the ECU.
Fail-safe systemAble to start engine (Unable when ECU is malfunctioning)
Able to drive vehicle (Unable when ECU is malfunctioning)
Diagnostic code No.—
Diagnostic tool display—
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of Yamaha diag-
nostic tool coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 2.
2 Connection of wire harness
ECU coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 3.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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Before troubleshooting, disconnect the starter motor lead from the starter motor. 3 Wire harness continuity. Open or short circuit  Re-
place the wire harness.
light green–light greenPush the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 4.
4 Yamaha diagnostic tool mal-
function.Replace the Yamaha diag-
nostic tool.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 5.
5 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU.
Fault code No. Er-2
ItemSignals from the ECU cannot be received within the specified
period of time.
Fail-safe systemAble to start engine
Able to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.—
Diagnostic tool display—
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of Yamaha diag-
nostic tool coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 2.
2 Connection of wire harness
ECU coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 3.
3 Wire harness continuity. Open or short circuit  Re-
place the wire harness.
light green–light greenPush the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 4. Fault code No. Waiting for connection
Item No communication signal is received from the ECU.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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TIP
Before troubleshooting, disconnect the starter motor lead from the starter motor. 4 Yamaha diagnostic tool mal-
function.Replace the Yamaha diag-
nostic tool.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 5.
5 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU.
Fault code No. Er-3
Item Data from the ECU cannot be received correctly.
Fail-safe systemAble to start engine
Able to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.—
Diagnostic tool display—
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of Yamaha diag-
nostic tool coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 2.
2 Connection of wire harness
ECU coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 3.
3 Wire harness continuity. Open or short circuit  Re-
place the wire harness.
light green–light greenPush the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 4.
4 Yamaha diagnostic tool mal-
function.Replace the Yamaha diag-
nostic tool.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 5.
5 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU. Fault code No. Er-2
ItemSignals from the ECU cannot be received within the specified
period of time.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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Before troubleshooting, disconnect the starter motor lead from the starter relay.
Fault code No. Er-4
ItemRegistered data cannot be received from the Yamaha diagnos-
tic tool.
Fail-safe systemAble to start engine
Able to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.—
Diagnostic tool display—
Procedure—
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of Yamaha diag-
nostic tool coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 2.
2 Connection of wire harness
ECU coupler.
Check the locking condition
of the coupler.
Disconnect the coupler and
check the pins (bent or bro-
ken terminals and locking
condition of the pins).Improperly connected 
Connect the coupler securely
or repair/replace the wire har-
ness.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 3.
3 Wire harness continuity. Open or short circuit  Re-
place the wire harness.
light green–light greenPush the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 4.
4 Yamaha diagnostic tool mal-
function.Replace the Yamaha diag-
nostic tool.Push the start switch.
Fault code number is not dis-
played  Service is finished.
Fault code number is dis-
played  Go to item 5.
5 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU.

FUEL PUMP SYSTEM
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EAS2GBB380TROUBLESHOOTING
The fuel pump fails to operate.
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Before troubleshooting, remove the following part(s):
1. Seat
2. Side cover (left/right)
3. Air scoop (left/right)
4. Fuel tank
1. Check the fuse.
Refer to “CHECKING THE FUSES”
on page 9-68.NG 
Replace the fuse(s).
OK 
2. Check the battery.
Refer to “CHECKING AND
CHARGING THE BATTERY” on
page 9-69.NG 
• Clean the battery terminals.
• Recharge or replace the battery.
OK 
3. Check the engine stop switch.
Refer to “CHECKING THE
SWITCHES” on page 9-64.NG 
Replace the engine stop switch.
OK 
4. Check fuel pressure.
Refer to “CHECKING THE FUEL
PRESSURE” on page 8-5.NG 
Replace the fuel pump.
OK 
5. Check the fuel pump system wire
harness connections.
Refer to “CIRCUIT DIAGRAM” on
page 9-56.NG 
Properly connect or repair the fuel pump
system’s wiring.
OK 
Replace the ECU.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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Voltage should be measured 30 minutes after
the engine is stopped.
b. Connect a charger and ammeter to the bat-
tery and start charging.
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Set the charging voltage to 16–17 V. If the set-
ting is lower, charging will be insufficient. If too
high, the battery will be over-charged.
c. Make sure that the current is higher than the
standard charging current written on the bat-
tery.
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If the current is lower than the standard charg-
ing current written on the battery, set the charg-
ing voltage adjust dial at 20–24 V and monitor
the amperage for 3–5 minutes to check the bat-
tery.
d. Adjust the voltage so that the current is at
the standard charging level.
e. Set the time according to the charging time
suitable for the open-circuit voltage.
f. If charging requires more than 5 hours, it is
advisable to check the charging current after
a lapse of 5 hours. If there is any change in
the amperage, readjust the voltage to obtain
the standard charging current.
g. Measure the battery open-circuit voltage af-
ter leaving the battery unused for more than
30 minutes.
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Charging method using a constant volt-
age charger
a. Measure the open-circuit voltage prior to
charging.
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Voltage should be measured 30 minutes after
the engine is stopped.
b. Connect a charger and ammeter to the bat-
tery and start charging.c. Make sure that the current is higher than the
standard charging current written on the bat-
tery.
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If the current is lower than the standard charg-
ing current written on the battery, this type of
battery charger cannot charge the VRLA (Valve
Regulated Lead Acid) battery. A variable volt-
age charger is recommended.
d. Charge the battery until the battery’s charg-
ing voltage is 15 V.
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Set the charging time at 20 hours (maximum).
e. Measure the battery open-circuit voltage af-
ter leaving the battery unused for more than
30 minutes.
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6. Install:
• Battery
7. Connect:
• Battery leads
(to the battery terminals)
ECA
NOTICE
First, connect the positive battery lead “1”,
and then the negative battery lead “2”.
8. Check:
• Battery terminals
Dirt  Clean with a wire brush.
Loose connection  Connect properly.
9. Lubricate:
• Battery terminals • Standard charging current is reached
Battery is good.
• Standard charging current is not reached
Replace the battery.
12.8 V or more --- Charging is complete.
12.7 V or less --- Recharging is required.
Under 12.0 V --- Replace the battery.
12.8 V or more --- Charging is complete.
12.7 V or less --- Recharging is required.
Under 12.0 V --- Replace the battery.
Recommended lubricant
Dielectric grease
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