Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the connections

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / General information / Checking the connections

Check the leads, couplers, and connectors for stains, rust, moisture, etc.

1. Disconnect:

Lead
Coupler
Connector

2. Check:

Lead
Coupler
Connector

Moisture → Dry with an air blower.

Rust/stains → Connect and disconnect several times.

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3. Check:

All connections

Loose connection → Connect properly.

NOTE:

If the pin "1" on the terminal is flattened, bend it up.

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4. Connect:

Lead
Coupler
Connector

NOTE:

Make sure all connections are tight.

5. Check:

Continuity (with the pocket tester)

NOTE:

If there is no continuity, clean the terminals.

When checking the wire harness, perform steps (1) to (3).

As a quick remedy, use a contact revitalizer available at most part stores.

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Circlips

Before reassembly, check all circlips carefully and replace damaged or distorted circlips. Always replace piston pin clips after one use. When installing a circlip "1", make sure the sharp-edged ...

Special tools

The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up and assembly. Use only the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use of inappropriat ...

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