2017 YAMAHA WR 250F service interval

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
EAS2GBB075INTRODUCTION
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended checks and adjustments.
If followed, these preventive maintenance procedures will ensure more reliable vehicle operation, a
longer service life and reduce the need for costly overhaul work. This information applies to vehicles
already in service as well as to new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service technicians
should be familiar with this entire chapter.
EAS2GBB076PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART FOR THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
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• From 4200 mi (7000 km) or 9 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 1800 mi (3000
km) or 3 months.
• Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special
tools, data and technical skills.
NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIALODOMETER READ-
INGS
600 mi
(1000
km) or 1
month1800 mi
(3000
km) or 3
months3000 mi
(5000
km) or 6
months
1*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses for cracks or dam-
age.
• Replace if necessary.
2Spark plug• Check condition.
• Adjust gap and clean.
3*Valve clear-
ance• Check and adjust valve clearance
when engine is cold.
4*Air filter ele-
ment• Clean with solvent and apply Yamaha
foam air filter oil or other quality foam
air filter oil.
• Replace if necessary.
5*Breather
system• Check ventilation hose for cracks or
damage and drain any deposits.
• Replace. Every 2 years
6*Fuel injec-
tion• Adjust engine idling speed.
7Exhaust sys-
tem• Check for leakage.
• Tighten if necessary.
• Replace gasket(s) if necessary.
8Engine oil• Change (warm engine before drain-
ing).
9Engine oil fil-
ter element•Replace.
10Engine oil
strainer• Clean.

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EAS2GBB078MAINTENANCE INTERVALS FOR COMPETITION USE
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• The following schedule is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind
that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the re-
quired maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are a doubt as to what intervals to follow in
maintaining and lubricating your machine, consult your Yamaha dealer.
• Periodic inspection is essential in making full use of the machine performance. The service life of
the parts varies substantially according to the environment in which the machine runs (e.g., rain,
dirt, etc.). Therefore, earlier inspection is required by reference to the list below.
ITEMAfter
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
third
(or
500
km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000
km)As re-
quiredRemarks
ENGINE OIL
Replace
VALVES
Check the valve
clearancesThe engine must be cold.
InspectCheck the valve seats and
valve stems for wear.
Replace
VALVE SPRINGS
InspectCheck the free length and the
tilt.
Replace
VALVE LIFTERS
InspectCheck for scratches and wear.
Replace
CAMSHAFTS Inspect the camshaft surface.
InspectInspect the decompression
system.
Replace
CAMSHAFT
SPROCKETS
InspectCheck for wear on the teeth
and for damage.
Replace
PISTON Inspect crack.
InspectInspect carbon deposits and
eliminate them.
Clean
ReplaceIt is recommended that the pis-
ton pin and ring are also re-
placed at the same time.
PISTON RING
InspectCheck ring end gap.
Replace

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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2 Installed condition of lean an-
gle sensor.Check the installed direction
and condition of the sensor.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 Defective lean angle sensor. Execute the diagnostic mode.
(Code No. 08)
Replace if defective.
Refer to “CHECKING THE
LEAN ANGLE SENSOR” on
page 9-75.Push the start switch.
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.
Fault code No. 33
ItemIgnition coil: open or short circuit detected in the primary lead
of the ignition coil.
Fail-safe systemUnable to start engine
Unable to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.30
ActuationActuates the ignition coil five times at one-second intervals.
The engine trouble warning light and the “WARNING” on the
Yamaha diagnostic tool screen come on each time the ignition coil
is actuated.
ProcedureCheck that a spark is generated five times.
• Connect an ignition checker.
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of ignition coil
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 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 3. Fault code No. 30
Item Latch up detected.

FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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Disconnect the fuel pump coupler when this diagnostic tool is used.
Fault code No. 39
Item Injector: open or short circuit detected.
Fail-safe systemUnable to start engine
Unable to drive vehicle
Diagnostic code No.36
ActuationActuates injector five times at one-second intervals.
The engine trouble warning light and the “WARNING” on the
Yamaha diagnostic tool screen come on each time the injector is
actuated.
ProcedureCheck that injector is actuated five times by listening for the oper-
ating sound.
ItemProbable cause of malfunc-
tion and checkMaintenance jobConfirmation of service
completion
1 Connection of injector cou-
pler.
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.Execute the diagnostic mode
(Code No. 36).
No operating sound  Go to
item 2.
Operating sound  Go to
item 6.
2 Defective injector. Measure the fuel injector re-
sistance.
Replace if out of specifica-
tion.
Refer to “CHECKING THE
FUEL INJECTOR” on page 9-
81.Execute the diagnostic mode
(Code No. 36).
No operating sound  Go to
item 3.
Operating sound  Go to
item 6.
3 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.Execute the diagnostic mode
(Code No. 36).
No operating sound  Go to
item 4.
Operating sound  Go to
item 6.
4 Wire harness continuity. Open or short circuit  Re-
place the wire harness.
Between injector coupler and
ECU coupler.
red/black–red/black
red–red/blueExecute the diagnostic mode
(Code No. 36).
No operating sound  Go to
item 5.
Operating sound  Go to
item 6.
5 Malfunction in ECU. Replace the ECU. —
6 Delete the fault code. — Start the engine and let it idle
for approximately 5 seconds.
Check that the fault code
number is not displayed.