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INDEX

A

Accessories and loading  ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-21
Axle boots  .................................................................... 8-36

B

Battery .......................................................................... 8-41
Brake fluid, changing .................................................... 8-31
Brake fluid level, checking ............................................ 8-30
Brake lever free play, checking the front  ...................... 8-32
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-10
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-38
Brake light switches  ..................................................... 8-37
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ...................... 8-29
Brake pedal and brake lever free play (rear) and 

brake pedal position, adjusting and checking  ............ 8-32

Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-11
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating  ......................... 8-39
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-29
Brakes, front and rear  .................................................... 5-3

C

Cables, checking and lubricating  ................................. 8-37
Carburetor, adjusting .................................................... 8-26
Carrier, front  ................................................................. 4-19
Carrier, rear  .................................................................. 4-19
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-6
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1

D

Differential gear oil  ................................................5-3, 8-18

Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-12
Drive select lever and driving in reverse  ........................ 6-3
Drive select lever safety system cable, adjusting ......... 8-29
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating ........................... 8-40

E

Engine break-in  .............................................................. 6-4
Engine, cold start  ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-26
Engine oil  ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge  ................................... 8-12
Engine, starting a warm  ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch  ......................................................... 4-4

F

Final gear oil .......................................................... 5-3, 8-16
Four-wheel-drive indicator light  ...................................... 4-3
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-14, 5-3
Fuel cock ...................................................................... 4-15
Fuel tank cap ................................................................ 4-13
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-44

H

Handlebar switches ........................................................ 4-4
Headlight beam, adjusting ............................................ 8-47
Headlight bulb, replacing .............................................. 8-45
Horn switch  .................................................................... 4-5

I

Identification numbers  .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning light .................................... 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches  .................................... 5-6

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Summary of Contents for GRIZZLY 350 YFM35FGDZ

Page 1: ...DEL PROPIETARIO 4S2 F8199 63 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUEL Il comprend d importantes informations de sécurité LEA ESTE MANUAL ATENTAMENTE Contiene indicaciones importantes acerca de la seguridad DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...PRINTED IN USA 2009 06 0 3 1 CR E F S YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD DIC183 ...

Page 3: ...READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information OWNER S MANUAL YFM35FGDZ YFM35FWANZ 4S2 F8199 63 E0 U4S263E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 4: ...hovenlaan 101 1119 NC Schiphol Rijk The Netherlands Signature Shinya Shimada Date of Issue to which this declaration applies conforms to the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 98 37 EC 2006 42 EC To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements stated in the Directives of EEC the following standards and or technical specifications were consulted Titl...

Page 5: ...ng of the features and operation of this ATV This manual includes important safety information It provides information about special tech niques and skills necessary to ride the ATV It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce dures If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV please consult a Yamaha dealer AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE Read this manual com...

Page 6: ...safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential per sonal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this sym bol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property A TIP provides key infor...

Page 7: ...or motorway Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17410 YFM35FGDZ YFM35FWANZ OWNER S MANUAL 2009 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition May 2009 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in U S A U4S263E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 8: ... lever 4 11 Parking brake 4 12 Drive select lever 4 12 Recoil starter 4 13 Fuel tank cap 4 13 Fuel 4 14 Fuel cock 4 15 Starter choke 4 17 Seat 4 17 Storage compartment 4 18 Front carrier 4 19 Rear carrier 4 19 Adjusting the front and rear shock absorber assemblies 4 20 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 5 1 Fuel 5 3 Engine oil 5 3 Final gear oil 5 3 Differential gear oil 5 3 Front and rear brakes 5 3 Throttle l...

Page 9: ...n control system 8 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 8 5 Removing and installing the panel 8 9 Checking the spark plug 8 9 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 12 Final gear oil 8 16 Differential gear oil 8 18 Cleaning the air filter element 8 21 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 24 V belt cooling duct check hose 8 25 V belt case drain plug 8 26 Adjusting the carburetor 8 26 Adjusting the e...

Page 10: ... shaft universal joint 8 40 Checking the stabilizer bushes 8 40 Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots 8 40 Lubricating the steering shaft 8 41 Battery 8 41 Replacing a fuse 8 44 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 45 Adjusting a headlight beam 8 47 Replacing the tail brake light bulb 8 47 Removing a wheel 8 47 Installing a wheel 8 48 Troubleshooting 8 49 Troubleshooting chart 8 50 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 ...

Page 11: ...the labels on your ATV These labels contain important information for safe and proper operation Never remove any labels from your ATV If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off request a replace ment label from your Yamaha dealer For Europe 9 U4S263E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 12: ...1 2 1 37S F817R 10 80 kg 176 lbs 37S F817R 00 40 kg 88 lbs 25 0 kPa 0 25 kgf cm 3 6 psi 25 0 kPa 0 25 kgf cm 3 6 psi 5FU F816M M0 1 2 3 4 1P0 F816P 20 U4S263E0 book Page 2 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 13: ...1 3 1 4900 N 500 kgf 1102 lbf 147 N 15 kgf 33 lbf 4S2 F817S 00 5 6 1P0 F816R 00 U4S263E0 book Page 3 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 14: ...RUCTION 2009 MODEL YFM350FWAN MAX POWER 15 9 kW MASS IN RUNNING ORDER 275 kg YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN 4S2 F155A 20 37S F816S 00 1P0 F816L 20 7 8 10 9 U4S263E0 book Page 4 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 15: ...children under age 10 to operate this ATV Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 10 increases the risk of severe injury or death Adult supervision required for children under age 16 NEVER permit children under age 12 to operate this ATV Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 12 increases the risk of severe injury or death Adult supervision required for children under age 16...

Page 16: ...th Turning the ATV in 4WD LOCK DIFF LOCK takes more effort Operate at a slow speed and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers to avoid loss of control This pictogram shows the loading limits and or maximum load capacity for this ATV Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual Load may include the driver passenger human protective gear accessories goods luggage and all o...

Page 17: ... Overloading can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death This pictogram shows trailer Hitch Tongue weight limit Weight on the trailer tongue Overloading can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death U4S263E0 book Page 7 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 18: ...1 8 1 For Oceania 8 U4S263E0 book Page 8 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 19: ...16M 20 25 kPa 3 6 psi 25 kPa 3 6 psi 22 kPa 3 2 psi 22 kPa 3 2 psi MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT 5ND F151K 00 PULLING LOAD 4900 N 500 kgf 1102 lbf TONGUE WEIGHT 147 N 15 kgf 33 lbf U4S263E0 book Page 9 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 20: ...1 10 1 6 7 8 U4S263E0 book Page 10 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 21: ...hild if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways park ing lots and paved streets Never operate an ATV on any paved street paved road or motorway Watch carefully for other vehicles when operat ing on unpaved public streets or roads Make sure you know your country s l...

Page 22: ...bing hills as described in this manual Check the ter rain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose sur faces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly Never go over the top of a hill at high speed Always follow proper procedures for going down hills and for braking on hills as described in this manual Check the terrain carefully b...

Page 23: ...our brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to let friction dry out the linings Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind you when you operate in reverse When it is safe to proceed in reverse go slowly Always use the size and type of tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire pressure as de scribed in this manual Never modify an ATV through imp...

Page 24: ...e exhaust with fans or open windows and doors carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or par tially enclosed areas such as barns garages or carports Do not run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through openings such as windows and doors WARNING EWB02591 When transporting the ATV in another vehicle be sure it is kept ...

Page 25: ...il starter 7 Engine oil filler cap 8 Oil filter cartridge 9 V belt cooling duct check hose 1 2 6 7 8 9 5 3 4 1 Spark arrester 2 Storage compartment and tool kit 3 Air filter case 4 Spark plug 5 Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 6 Rear brake light switch 7 Brake pedal 8 V belt case drain plug 1 2 8 7 6 3 4 5 U4S263E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 26: ...s manual 1 Rear brake lever 2 Handlebar switches 3 Starter choke 4 Parking brake lock plate 5 Horn switch 6 Drive select lever 7 Speedometer 8 Main switch 9 Fuel tank cap 10 On Command four wheel drive differential gear lock switch 11 Throttle lever 12 Front brake lever U4S263E0 book Page 2 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 27: ...ows ON All electrical systems are supplied with power The headlights meter lighting and taillight come on when the light switch is on and the engine can be started The key cannot be removed OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be re moved 1 Main switch U4S263E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 28: ...his warning light comes on when the engine over heats When this occurs stop the engine as soon as it is safe to do so and allow it to cool The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON with the engine stop switch set to and then pushing the start switch If the warning light does not come on while the start switch is being pushed or if the warning light re main...

Page 29: ...he 4WD position The On Command differential gear lock indicator light and the On Command four wheel drive indicator light come on when the On Com mand differential gear lock switch is set to the LOCK position TIP Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ ential gear case the light may not come on until the ATV starts moving EBU18022 Speedometer This speedometer is equipped with an odometer ...

Page 30: ...d stops the engine when it is running Use this switch to stop the engine in an emergency situation The engine will not start or run when this switch is set to 1 Reset knob 2 Speedometer 3 Odometer 4 Tripmeter 1 Light switch OFF 2 Start switch 3 Engine stop switch 4 Override switch OVERRIDE 5 Horn switch U4S263E0 book Page 4 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 31: ...discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly If this should happen remove the battery and recharge it See page 8 41 for battery charging information EBU18170 Horn switch Press the switch to sound the horn EBU28510 Override switch OVERRIDE Top speed is normally limited when operating in differential gear lock If conditions require more en gine power when riding forward pu...

Page 32: ...rive in some circumstances Changing from two wheel drive to four wheel drive or vice versa while moving may cause the ATV to unexpectedly handle differently This could distract the oper ator and increase the risk of losing control and of causing an accident This ATV is equipped with a switch to change from two wheel drive to four wheel drive and vice versa Select the appropriate drive according to...

Page 33: ... Always ride at a slow speed when the ATV is in differential gear lock and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers All wheels turn at the same speed when the dif ferential gear is locked so it takes more effort to turn the ATV The effort needed to turn in creases with the riding speed You may lose control and have an accident if you cannot make a sharp enough turn for the speed you are traveli...

Page 34: ...ive switch is pushed in to the 4WD position Stop the ATV move the differential gear lock lever to position a and then push the differential gear lock switch in to the LOCK position When the dif ferential gear is locked the differential gear lock in dicator light comes on 1 On Command four wheel drive switch 2WD 4WD 2 On Command differential gear lock switch 4WD LOCK 1 Differential gear lock lever ...

Page 35: ... h 19 mi h However if conditions require full engine power to be available push and hold the override switch to disable the differ ential gear lock speed limiter See page 4 5 for a detailed explanation of this switch EBU18282 Throttle lever Once the engine is running pushing the throttle le ver will increase the engine speed Regulate the speed of the ATV by varying the throttle position Because th...

Page 36: ...and the maximum speed of the ATV turn the adjusting screw in direction b Do not turn the adjusting screw out more than 12 mm 0 47 in or the throttle cable could be dam aged Always make sure the throttle lever free play is adjusted to 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in See page 8 28 WARNING Improper ad justment of the speed limiter and throttle could cause throttle cable damage or im proper throttle operation...

Page 37: ...ght side of the ATV and the rear brake lever is located on the left handlebar To apply the rear brake push down on the brake pedal or pull the brake lever toward the handlebar grip 1 Front brake lever 1 Brake pedal 1 Rear brake lever U4S263E0 book Page 11 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 38: ...e loss of control or a collision Always be sure you have released the park ing brake before you begin to ride The brake could overheat if you ride the ATV without re leasing the parking brake You could lose braking performance which could cause an accident You could also wear out the brakes prematurely EBU18581 Drive select lever The drive select lever is used to shift your ATV into the forward ne...

Page 39: ...RNING EWB00340 Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po sition and apply the parking brake before start ing the engine otherwise the ATV could start to move unexpectedly which could cause an accident EBU18720 Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter clockwise 1 Drive select lever 1 Recoil starter U4S263E0 book Page 13 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 40: ...e smoking or while in the vicinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ig nition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when the fuel reach es the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the en gine or the sun can...

Page 41: ... use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand Use of un leaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance c...

Page 42: ... this position when the engine is not running ON With the fuel cock lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetor Turn the fuel cock lever to this position when starting the engine and riding 1 Arrow mark pointing to OFF 1 Arrow mark pointing to ON U4S263E0 book Page 16 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 43: ...oke Starting a cold engine requires a richer air fuel mix ture which is supplied by the starter choke Move the starter choke in direction a to turn on the starter choke Move the starter choke in direction b to turn off the starter choke See the Starting a cold engine section on page 6 1 for proper operation EBU18881 Seat To remove the seat Pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat at th...

Page 44: ...age compartment NOTICE ECB00130 Do not store metal or sharply edged objects like tools in the storage compartment If they must be stored wrap them in appropriate cushion material to prevent damaging the stor age compartment The storage compartment is located under the seat See page 4 17 1 Seat 2 Seat lock lever 1 Projection 2 Seat holder U4S263E0 book Page 18 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 45: ...ere is a check hose at the bottom of the storage compartment If any water collects in this hose re move the hose empty it and then install it EBU18962 Front carrier Do not exceed the load limit of 40 0 kg 88 lb for the front carrier Do not exceed the maximum load of 210 0 kg 463 lb for the ATV EBU18972 Rear carrier Do not exceed the load limit of 80 0 kg 176 lb for the rear carrier Do not exceed t...

Page 46: ...e poor handling and loss of stability which could lead to an ac cident Adjust the spring preload as follows Turn the spring preload adjusting ring in direction a to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension and in direction b to de crease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension TIP A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment 1 Spring...

Page 47: ...4 21 4 1 Special wrench Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 Maximum hard 5 U4S263E0 book Page 21 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 48: ...UTINE PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank and add recommended fuel if neces sary Check fuel line for leakage Correct if necessary 4 14 5 3 Engine oil Check oil level in engine and add recommended oil to specified lev el if necessary Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 12 Final gear oil Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 16 Differential gear oil Check ATV for ...

Page 49: ...tion and replace if damaged Check tire condition and tread depth Replace if necessary Check air pressure Correct if necessary 5 4 Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary 8 39 Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 8 38 Axle boots Check for cracks or damage and replace if necessary 8 36 Chassis ...

Page 50: ...ck the brake system Check for correct free play in the rear brake lever and brake pedal If the free play is incorrect ad just it See page 8 32 Check operation of the levers and pedal They should move smoothly and there should be a firm feeling when the brake is applied If not have a Yamaha dealer check them Brake fluid level front brake Check the brake fluid level Add fluid if necessary See page 8...

Page 51: ...qual on both sides WARNING Operation of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause severe injury or death from loss of control or rollover Tire pressure below the minimum specified could also cause the tire to dislodge from the rim un der severe riding conditions EWB02541 Set tire pressures to the following specifications The low pressure tire gauge is included as stan dard equipment Make...

Page 52: ...with valves WARNING EWB02551 Use of improper tires on this ATV may cause loss of control increasing your risk of an acci dent After extensive tests only the tires listed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America 1 Low pressure tire gauge 1 Tire wear limit U4S263E0 book Page 5 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 53: ...ssis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are prop erly tightened EBU19850 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary Front Manufacturer model YFM35FGDZ MAXXIS M979 YFM35FWANZ CHENG SHIN C 828 Size AT25 x 8 12 Type Tubeless Rear Manufacturer model YFM35FGDZ MAXXIS M980 YFM35FWANZ CHENG SHIN C 828 Size AT25 ...

Page 54: ...and the engine stop switch to 4 Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po sition The neutral indicator light should come on If the indicator light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir cuit TIP The engine can be started under the following con ditions The drive select lever is in the neutral position The rear brake lever is applied with the drive se lect lever in an...

Page 55: ...e engine more than 10 sec onds on each attempt If the battery is discharged pull the recoil starter to start the engine 7 If the engine is started with the starter choke in position 1 the starter choke should be returned to position 2 to warm up the engine If the engine is started with the starter choke in position 2 keep the starter choke in this position to warm up the engine 8 Continue warming ...

Page 56: ...op 2 Apply the brake pedal 3 Shift from neutral to forward and vice versa by moving the drive select lever along the shift guide TIP Make sure that the drive select lever is completely shifted into position 4 Open the throttle lever gradually Shifting Reverse WARNING EWB00720 Improper operation in reverse could make you hit an obstacle or even a person behind you resulting in serious injury When y...

Page 57: ...gures given in km mi or the figures given in hours For ATVs not equipped with an odometer or hour meter follow the figures given in hours There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the first 320 km 200 mi or 20 hours of riding For this reason you should read the following material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an ex cessive load on it for the first ...

Page 58: ... check the ATV EBU20701 Parking When parking the ATV shift the drive select lever into the forward position stop the engine apply the parking brake and then turn the fuel cock to OFF EBU20763 Parking on a slope WARNING EWB00831 Avoid parking on hills or other inclines Park ing on a hill or other incline could cause the ATV to roll out of control increasing the chance of an accident If you must par...

Page 59: ...your ATV Many companies with no con nection to Yamaha manufacture parts and acces sories or offer other modifications for Yamaha vehicles Yamaha is not in a position to test the products that these aftermarket companies pro duce Therefore Yamaha can neither endorse nor recommend the use of accessories not sold by Yamaha or modifications not specifically recom mended by Yamaha even if sold and inst...

Page 60: ...s which could make steering difficult an accessory that limits your ability to move around on the seat or one that limits your view Use extra caution when riding an ATV with ac cessories The ATV may handle differently than it does without accessories EBU21061 Loading WARNING EWB00820 Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow ing cargo improperly cou...

Page 61: ...e an accident Make sure the load does not interfere with con trols or your ability to see where you are going Ride more slowly than you would without a load The more weight you carry the slower you should go Allow more braking distance A heavier ATV takes longer to stop Avoid making sharp turns unless at very slow speeds Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose terrain carefully Added weight affects t...

Page 62: ...7 1 7 EBU21141 RIDING YOUR ATV U4S263E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 63: ...and un derstand the operation of the controls Pay partic ular attention to the safety information on pages 2 1 2 4 Also read all warning and notice labels on your ATV RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT Get training if you are inexperienced WARNING EWB01381 Do not operate this ATV or allow anyone else to operate it without proper instruction The risk of an accident is greatly increased if the operato...

Page 64: ...90 A child under 16 should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc Use by chil dren of ATVs that are not recommended for their age can lead to severe injury or death of the child This ATV is designed to carry the operator and cargo only passengers prohibited The long seat is to allow the operator to shift posi tion as needed during operation It is not for carry ing passengers WARN...

Page 65: ... Operating without an ap proved motorcycle helmet increases your chances of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident EWB01411 Wear eye protection when operating your ATV to reduce the risk of a serious accident or injury Eye protection such as a face shield or goggles may reduce the risk of foreign material getting in your eyes and help prevent loss of vision WARNING Operating wit...

Page 66: ...ch time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition Perform the pre operation checks listed on page 5 1 Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Own er s Manual WARNING Failure to inspect the ATV before operating it and to maintain it prop erly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage EWB01431 Speed limiter For ri...

Page 67: ...ide to side and as low as possible Be sure cargo is se cured a loose load could change handling unexpectedly Make sure the load does not interfere with your control or ability to see where you are going Tie down cargo in the trailer securely Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around A shifting load can cause an accident Reduce speed and allow more room to stop A heavier vehicle takes longe...

Page 68: ...e your balance and fall off of the ATV If you remove a foot from a footboard your foot or leg may come into contact with the rear wheels which could injure you or cause an accident EWB01471 Avoid wheelies and jumping WARNING At tempting wheelies jumps and other stunts in creases the chance of an accident including MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT ATV loading limit total weight of cargo rider accessories and ...

Page 69: ...he engine area could catch fire Do not operate idle or park the ATV in dry grass or other dry ground cov er Keep the engine area free of dry grass brush or other combustible material Someone touching the exhaust system dur ing or after operation could be burned Do not touch the hot exhaust system Do not park the ATV in a place where others might be likely to touch it The muffler and other engine p...

Page 70: ...aces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV and may cause the ATV to go out of control Always avoid paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways parking lots and streets EWB01511 While riding on unpaved public streets or roads may be legal in your area such operation can in crease the risk of collision with other vehicles Watch carefully for other vehicles Make sure you U4S263E0 book...

Page 71: ...h may cause the ATV to upset WARNING The ATV could go out of control if you do not have enough time to react to hidden rocks bumps or holes Go slowly and be extra care ful when operating on unfamiliar terrain Al ways be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV EWB01531 Do not operate on rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills nec essary to...

Page 72: ...n flag on the ATV DO NOT use the flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch WARNING You could collide with another vehicle if operating in areas where you cannot easily be seen Mount a caution flag on the ATV to make you more visible Watch carefully for other vehicles EWB01551 Do not ride in areas posted no trespassing Do not ride on private property without getting per mission U4S263E0 book Page 11 Wed...

Page 73: ...e traction reducing control and increasing the possi bility of an accident TURNING YOUR ATV WARNING EWB01771 Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this Owner s Manual Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds Do not turn at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions ATV could go out of control causing a collision or overturn To achieve m...

Page 74: ...egotiating a turn lean more to the inside It may also be necessary to gradually let off on the throttle and steer to the out side of the turn to avoid tipping over Remember Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV CLIMBING UPHILL WARNING EWB01671 Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns or loss of control Use proper riding tech niques described in t...

Page 75: ...t to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning tech nique as described in the Owner s Manual on level ground Be very careful when turning on any hill Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if pos sible When crossing the side of a hill shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV U4S263E0 book Page 14 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 76: ... you are climbing a hill and you find that you have not properly judged your ability to make it to the top you should turn the ATV around while you still have forward motion provided you have the room to do so and go down the hill If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe you can continue up the hill restart carefully to make sure you do not lift the front wheels which could cause you to ...

Page 77: ...easily on extremely steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills Shift your weight backward and to the up side of the hill Never go down a hill at high speed Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one side Go straight down the hill where possi ble Improper braking can cause the wheels on the uphill side to come off the ground or cause loss of traction ...

Page 78: ...her the front or rear brake be cause the wheels on the uphill side could come off the ground Apply both the front and rear brakes gradually Whenever possible ride your ATV straight down hill Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV to tip or roll over Carefully choose your path and ride no faster than you will be able to react to ob stacles which may appear CROSSING A SLOPE WARNING EWB01632 Im...

Page 79: ... may be necessary to correct the steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing the front wheels slightly uphill When riding on slopes be sure not to make sharp turns either up or down hill If your ATV does begin to tip over gradually steer in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles in your path As you regain proper balance gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel CRO...

Page 80: ...ou have regained proper braking ability WARNING Wet brakes may have re duced stopping ability which could cause loss of control EWB02621 After riding your ATV in water be sure to drain the trapped water by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case the V belt cooling duct check hose the drive select lever box check hose and the storage compartment check hose Also remove the V bel...

Page 81: ...1 Air filter case check hose 1 V belt cooling duct check hose left front side of ATV 1 Drive select lever box check hose 1 Storage compartment check hose 1 U4S263E0 book Page 20 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 82: ...the ATV may re sult SLIDING AND SKIDDING WARNING EWB01662 Skidding or sliding improperly may cause you to lose control of this ATV You may also re gain traction unexpectedly which may cause the ATV to overturn Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slippery surfaces such as ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to re d...

Page 83: ...time skill at con trolled sliding can be developed The terrain should be chosen carefully before attempting such maneuvers since both stability and control are re duced Bear in mind that sliding maneuvers should always be avoided on extremely slippery surfaces such as ice since all control may be lost WHAT TO DO IF This section is designed to be a reference guide only Be sure to read each section ...

Page 84: ...d If not stop dismount on the uphill side of the ATV and physically turn the ATV around If the ATV starts to slip backwards DO NOT USE THE REAR BRAKE IF THE ATV IS IN 2WD the ATV may tip over on top of you Dismount the ATV on the uphill side See page 7 13 If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface Be sure to ride with your weight positioned to wards the uphill side of the ATV to maintain proper b...

Page 85: ...inte nance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electri cal parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 2 1 for more information about carbon monoxide The intervals given in the periodic maintenance and lu...

Page 86: ...tenance and minor repairs However additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you do not have the tools or experience required for a particular job have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you 1 Owner s manual 2 Owner s tool kit 3 Low pressure tire gauge U4S263E0 book Page 2 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 87: ...re special tools data and technical skills NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 2 Spark plug Check condition and clean regap or replace if necessary 3 Valves Check valve clearance and adjust i...

Page 88: ...ss and tighten all screw clamps and joints if necessary 7 Spark arrester Clean NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 U4S263E0 book Page 4 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 89: ...ta and technical skills NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 1 Air filter element Clean and replace if necessary Every 20 40 hours more often in wet or dusty areas 2 Front brake Check operation and correct if necessary Check fluid level and ATV for fluid leakage and correc...

Page 90: ...s fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 11 Shock absorber as semblies Check operation and correct if necessary Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary 12 Stabilizer bushes Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 13 Rear knuckle pivots Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 14 Steering shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 15 S...

Page 91: ... if neces sary 22 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 23 Drive select lever safety system cable Check operation and adjust or replace if neces sary 24 Throttle lever hous ing and cable Check operation and correct if necessary Check throttle cable free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate throttle lever housing and cable 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary NO ...

Page 92: ... the internal components of the brake master cylinder and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged 26 Lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary Adjust headlight beams NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 ...

Page 93: ...n take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and install the bolt NOTICE When installing the panel be sure not to pinch the cables or wires ECB00381 EBU23213 Checking the spark plug The spark plug is an important engine component which is easy to check Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plug should be removed and checke...

Page 94: ...owner s tool kit To check the spark plug 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medi um to light tan the ideal color when the ATV is ridden normally TIP If the spark plug shows a distinctly different color the engine could be operating improperly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself In stead have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV 1 Spark pl...

Page 95: ...ug threads 2 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque TIP If a torque wrench is not available when installing the spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 1 2 turn past finger tight However the spark plug should be tightened to the specified torque as soon as possible 3 Install the spark plug cap Specified spark plug NGK DR8EA 1 S...

Page 96: ...engine TIP If the engine was started before checking the oil level be sure to warm up the engine sufficiently and then wait at least ten minutes until the oil set tles for an accurate reading 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and then wipe the engine oil dipstick off with a clean rag 4 Insert the dipstick into the filler hole without screwing it in and then remove it again to check the oil level ...

Page 97: ...artridge replacement 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up for several min utes and then turn it off 3 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine oil filler cap and then re move the engine oil drain bolt and the gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 5 7 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 5 Remove the o...

Page 98: ...g of the new oil filter cartridge TIP Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 7 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil fil ter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 1 Oil filter cartridge 1 Oil filter wrench 1 O ring U4S263E0 book Page 14 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 99: ...il also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel specification of CD or oils of a higher quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERV ING II or higher 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 Nm 1 7 m kgf 12 ft lbf Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf Recommended oil See page 10 ...

Page 100: ...he oil changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the final gear oil level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove the final gear oil filler bolt and the O ring and then check the oil level in the final gear case The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole 3 If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole add sufficient o...

Page 101: ...ng to drain the oil from the final gear case 5 Install a new O ring and the drain bolt and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 6 Refill with the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole as shown NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case ECB00421 1 Engine guard 2 Final gear case guard 3 Bolt 1 Final gear oil drain bolt 2 O ring Tightening torque Final ...

Page 102: ...g the bolts and then tightening them to the specified torques EBU23425 Differential gear oil The differential gear case must be checked for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the ATV In addition the differential gear oil level must be 1 Final gear oil filler bolt 2 O ring 3 Final gear oil 4 Correct oil level Recommended final gear oil See pag...

Page 103: ...orrect level 4 Check the gasket for damage and replace it if necessary 5 Install the gasket and the oil filler bolt and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque To change the differential gear oil 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Place an oil pan under the differential gear case to collect the used oil 3 Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt the differential gear oil drain bolt and...

Page 104: ...replace it if necessary 7 Install the gasket and the oil filler bolt and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 1 Differential gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket Tightening torque Differential gear oil drain bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf 1 1 2 1 Differential gear oil filler bolt 2 Gasket 3 Differential gear oil 4 Correct oil level Recommended differential gear oil See page 10 1 Tightening torqu...

Page 105: ...he air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas TIP There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case If dust or water collects in this hose empty the hose and clean the air filter element and air fil ter case 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove the seat See page 4 17 3 Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking the air filter case cover ...

Page 106: ...ilter case 5 Pull off the air filter element lock plate and then remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame 1 Air filter case cover holder 2 Air filter case cover 1 Air filter element U4S263E0 book Page 22 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 107: ...al and replace it if damaged 9 Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other qual ity foam air filter oil to the sponge material TIP The sponge material should be wet but not drip ping 10 Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele ment frame and then install the lock plate 11 Insert the air filter element into the air filter case and then install the air filter case cover by hooking the holders ...

Page 108: ...element maintenance is performed check the air inlet of the air filter case for obstructions Check the air filter case rubber joint to the carburetor fittings and the rubber joint manifold fittings for an air tight seal Tighten all fit tings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the engine EBU27081 Cleaning the spark arrester Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be ...

Page 109: ... monoxide poison ing possibly leading to death and start a fire Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components EBU23920 V belt cooling duct check hose If dust or water collects in the V belt cooling duct check hose remove the hose and clean it 1 Tailpipe 2 Spark arrester Tightening torque Tailpipe bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf 1 V belt cooling duct check hose left front ...

Page 110: ...ated adjustment Therefore most carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary profes sional knowledge and experience The adjustment described in the following section however may be performed by the owner as part of routine main tenance NOTICE ECB00480 The carburetor has been set and extensively tested at the Yamaha factory Changing these settings without sufficient...

Page 111: ...d if neces sary adjust it to specification by turning the throttle stop screw at the carburetor To in crease the engine idling speed turn the throt tle stop screw in direction a and to decrease it turn the screw in direction b TIP If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as described above have a Yamaha dealer make the adjustment 1 Throttle stop screw Engine idling speed 1450 1550 r min U4...

Page 112: ...ack 2 Loosen the locknut 3 To increase the throttle cable free play turn the throttle cable free play adjusting bolt in di rection a To decrease the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 4 Tighten the locknut 5 Slide the rubber cover to its original position EBU24060 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use resulting in improper air fuel mixture and or engine ...

Page 113: ...erviced or adjust ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability and an accident EBU28413 Checking the front brake pads and rear brake friction plates The front brake pads and the rear brake friction plates must be checked for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart TIP This ATV is equipped with a wet multiple disc type rear brake which is located insi...

Page 114: ...brake friction plate has worn to the point that the wear indicator reaches the wear limit mark have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake friction plates as a set EBU29840 Checking the brake fluid level Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system possibly causing it to become inef fective Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and replenish if nec...

Page 115: ...iling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts Always clean up spilled fluid imme diately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down However if the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause EBU24281 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the bra...

Page 116: ...adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart TIP Always perform this maintenance completely in the following order whenever adjusting the rear brake When adjusting the rear brake be sure to adjust both the brake pedal and the brake lever Before adjusting the brake lever and brake pedal free play check the rear brake friction plates for wear Adjusting the br...

Page 117: ...ever free play adjusting bolt 2 Fully loosen the brake lever free play adjust ing nut on the brake cable at the final gear case 1 Brake pedal free play 1 Brake lever free play 1 Locknut 2 Brake lever free play adjusting bolt U4S263E0 book Page 33 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 118: ... 2 5 3 0 mm 0 10 0 12 in 4 Push the brake camshaft lever in direction a until it stops apply approximately 50 N 5 0 kgf 11 2 lbf of force and then turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut on the brake ca ble at the final gear case so that gap B mea sures 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in 1 Brake lever free play adjusting nut 1 Brake pedal free play adjusting nut 2 Brake camshaft lever 3 Gap A U4S263E0 b...

Page 119: ...r TIP When adjusting the rear brake lever free play Be sure not to step on the brake pedal Make sure the brake pedal does not move Checking the brake pedal position The top of the brake pedal should be positioned 75 0 85 0 mm 2 95 3 35 in above the footboard If the brake pedal position is incorrect have a Yamaha dealer adjust it 1 Brake lever free play adjusting nut 2 Brake camshaft lever 3 Gap B ...

Page 120: ... periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Check the axle boots for tears or damage If any damage is found have them re placed by a Yamaha dealer 1 Distance between brake pedal and footboard 1 Front axle boot each side 1 Rear axle boot each side 1 1 U4S263E0 book Page 36 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 121: ...in place To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b 3 Install the panel EBU24901 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation and the condition of all control ca bles should be checked before each ride and the cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec essary If a cable is dam...

Page 122: ...in cold weather If the control cables are frozen or do not work smoothly you could be unable to control the ATV which could lead to an acci dent or collision EBU28711 Checking and lubricating the front and rear brake levers The operation of the front and rear brake levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lubricated if necessary Front brake lever Recommended lubrica...

Page 123: ... pivot remove panel A See page 8 9 EBU24963 Checking the wheel hub bearings The front and rear wheel hub bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart If there is play in a wheel hub or if a wheel does not turn smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub bear ings Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease U4S263E0 book Page 39 Wed...

Page 124: ...cracks or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bush es if necessary EBU25051 Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots The rear knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Lubricate the pivoting points using a grease gun Recommended lubricant Lithi...

Page 125: ...to remove the battery cell seals as this would permanently damage the battery WARNING EWB02160 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger ous as it contains sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Always shield your eyes when working near batteries Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of ma...

Page 126: ...oving their bolt NOTICE When removing the bat tery the main switch must be off and the negative lead must be disconnected be fore the positive lead ECB01001 4 Pull the battery out of its compartment To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the ATV is equipped wit...

Page 127: ... the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully charge it if necessary NOTICE ECB00940 Always keep the battery charged Storing a dis charged battery can cause permanent battery damage To install the battery TIP Be sure the battery is fully charged 1 Place the battery in its compartment 2 Connect the positive battery lead first then connect the negative...

Page 128: ...l electrical circuits NOTICE ECB00640 To prevent accidental short circuiting turn off the main switch when checking or replacing a fuse 1 Main fuse 2 Spare main fuse 3 Fuse box 1 Headlight fuse 2 Ignition fuse 3 Auxiliary DC jack fuse for optional auxiliary DC jack 4 Four wheel drive motor fuse 5 Signaling system fuse 6 Spare fuse U4S263E0 book Page 44 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 129: ... if the devices operate 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EBU25481 Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the cover at the rear of the headlight by pulling it off 2 Remove the headlight bulb holder cover by pulling it off Specified fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A ...

Page 130: ...it free from oil otherwise the transparency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with alcohol or thinner ECB00651 6 Install the bulb holder by pushing it in and turn ing it clockwise 1 Headlight bulb holder cover 1 Headlight bulb holder 1 Do not touch the gl...

Page 131: ...It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment To raise a headlight beam turn the headlight beam adjusting screw in direction a To lower a headlight beam turn the adjusting screw in direction b EBU25580 Replacing the tail brake light bulb If the tail brake light bulb burns out have a Yamaha dealer replace it EBU25651 Removing a wheel 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Loosen the wh...

Page 132: ... 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Install the wheel and the nuts TIP The arrow mark on the tire must point toward the rotating direction of the wheel Tapered nuts are used for both the front and rear wheels Install the nuts with their tapered side to wards the wheel 1 Wheel nut 1 Arrow mark U4S263E0 book Page 48 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 133: ...to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools expe rience and know how to service the ATV properly Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts Im itation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWB02280 Do not smoke when checking the fuel system Fuel can ignite or explode causing s...

Page 134: ... and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly The battery is good Check the battery lead...

Page 135: ...n dry out the linings EWB02311 NOTICE Excessive water pressure may cause water seepage and deteriora tion of wheel bearings brakes transmis sion seals and electrical devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applica tions such as those available in coin oper ated car washers ECB00711 4 Once most of the dirt has been hosed off wash all surfaces with war...

Page 136: ... available to prevent the fuel from deteriorat ing 5 Perform the following steps to protect the cyl inder piston rings etc from corrosion a Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug b Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore c Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug and then place the spark plug on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are grounded This will limit sparkin...

Page 137: ...om entering it 9 Remove the battery and fully charge it Store it in a cool dry place and charge it once a month Do not store the battery in an exces sively cold or warm place less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F For more in formation on storing the battery see page 8 41 TIP Make any necessary repairs before storing the ATV U4S263E0 book Page 3 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 138: ...nd vibration level Noise level 77 311 EEC YFM35FGDZ 77 6 dB A Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 YFM35FGDZ Will not exceed 0 5 m s Vibration on handlebar EN1032 ISO5008 YFM35FGDZ Will not exceed 2 5 m s Engine Engine type Air cooled 4 stroke SOHC Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined single cylinder Displacement 348 cm Bore stroke 83 0 64 5 mm 3 27 2 54 in Compression ratio 9 20 1 Starting system El...

Page 139: ...Modified Shaft Drive Gear Oil or SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil YFM35FWANZ Yamaha Friction Modified Shaft Drive Gear Oil Part No ACC SHAFT LU 00 or SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 23 L 0 24 US qt 0 20 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel YFM35FGDZ Regular unleaded gasoline only YFM35FWANZ Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 13 5 L 3 57 US gal 2 9...

Page 140: ...ize AT25 x 8 12 Manufacturer model YFM35FGDZ MAXXIS M979 YFM35FWANZ CHENG SHIN C 828 Rear tire Type Tubeless Size AT25 x 10 12 Manufacturer model YFM35FGDZ MAXXIS M980 YFM35FWANZ CHENG SHIN C 828 Loading Maximum loading limit 210 0 kg 463 lb Total weight of rider cargo accessories and tongue Tire air pressure measured on cold tires Recommended Front 25 0 kPa 0 250 kgf cm 3 6 psi Rear 25 0 kPa 0 25...

Page 141: ...er type Coil spring oil damper Wheel travel 180 mm 7 1 in Electrical system Ignition system DC CDI Charging system AC magneto Battery Model YTX14AH Voltage capacity 12 V 12 0 Ah Headlight Bulb type Krypton bulb Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 30 30 W 2 Tail brake light 12 V 5 0 21 0 W 1 Meter lighting 12 V 1 7 W 1 Neutral indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Reverse indicator light 12 V 1 7 W...

Page 142: ...uses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A U4S263E0 book Page 5 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 143: ...erence in case the ATV is stolen KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU26020 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped into the key Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EBU26041 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame 1 Key ide...

Page 144: ...el label is affixed at the location in the il lustration Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be need ed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha deal er 1 Vehicle identification number front left side 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Year of manufacture 0 0 8 2008 9 2009 A 2010 B 2011 I O Q U Z not used 1 2 U4S263E0 book Page 2 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 ...

Page 145: ...11 3 11 1 Model label U4S263E0 book Page 3 Wednesday June 10 2009 2 29 PM ...

Page 146: ...front 4 19 Carrier rear 4 19 Chassis fasteners 5 6 Cleaning 9 1 D Differential gear oil 5 3 8 18 Drive select lever 4 12 Drive select lever and driving in reverse 6 3 Drive select lever safety system cable adjusting 8 29 Drive shaft universal joint lubricating 8 40 E Engine break in 6 4 Engine cold start 6 1 Engine idling speed 8 26 Engine oil 5 3 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 12 Engine st...

Page 147: ...light 4 2 Riding your ATV 7 1 S Safety information 2 1 Seat 4 17 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the front and rear 4 20 Spark arrester cleaning 8 24 Spark plug checking 8 9 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 10 Speedometer 4 3 Stabilizer bushes checking 8 40 Starter choke 4 17 Start switch 4 5 Steering shaft lubricating 8 41 Storage 9 2 Storage compartment 4 18 T Tail brake light bulb replac...

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