Yamaha YZ250F(E), Owner'S Service Manual

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EAS1SM1050 CLEANING
Frequent cleaning of your vehicle will enhance
its appearance, maintain performance, and ex-
tend the life of parts.
1. Before cleaning, block the silencer outlet to
prevent water from entering. A plastic bag
secured with a rubber band may be used for
this purpose.
2. If the engine is contaminated with oil, apply
some degreaser to it with a brush. Do not
apply degreaser to the drive chain, the
sprockets, or the wheel axles.
3. Hose off dirt. Use only enough water pres-
sure to do the job.
ECA
NOTICE
Do not use high-pressure washers or steam
cleaners. Otherwise, these may cause a fail-
ure because of the entry of water.
4. After hosing off the dirt, wash all surfaces
with a mild detergent and warm water. Use
a toothbrush to clean hard-to-reach places.
5. Rinse the detergent with clean water, and
dry the surfaces with a soft towel or a cloth.
6. Immediately after cleaning, remove any wa-
ter from the drive chain with a paper towel,
and lubricate it to prevent rust.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery clean-
er to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
8. Automotive wax may be applied to all paint-
ed or chromed surfaces. Avoid using such
wax as contains abrasives, because it may
scratch surfaces.
9. After completing the above, start the engine
and allow it to warm up for several minutes.
EAS1SM1051 STORAGE
If your vehicle is to be stored for 60 days or
more, some preventive measures must be tak-
en to avoid deterioration. After cleaning the ve-
hicle thoroughly, prepare it for storage as
follows:
1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
2. Remove the spark plug, pour a spoonful of
engine oil (SAE 10W-40) into the spark plug
hole, and reinstall the plug. With the engine
stop switch pushed in, by pushing down the
kickstarter lever, crank the engine to coat
the cylinder walls with oil.
3. Remove the drive chain, clean it thoroughly
with solvent, and lubricate it Reinstall the
drive chain or store it in a plastic bag tied to
the frame.
4. Lubricate all cables.
5. Lift up the frame of the vehicle to keep the
wheels off the ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the muffler outlet to
prevent moisture from entering.
7. If the vehicle is to be stored in a place that is
humid or exposed to the sea breeze, apply a
light coat of oil to metal surfaces. Do not ap-
ply oil to the seat or rubber parts.
TIP
Make any necessary repairs before the vehicle
is stored.