Yamaha GRIZZLY 550 FI YFM5FGPSEY, Owner'S Manual

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This model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions:
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The drive select lever is in the neutral or park po-
sition.
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The rear brake lever or brake pedal is applied
with the drive select lever in any position. How-
ever, it is recommended to shift into the neutral
or park position before starting the engine.
3. Apply the rear brake lever or brake pedal.
4. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.
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If the engine fails to start, release the start switch,
then push it again. Pause a few seconds before
the next attempt. Each cranking should be as short
as possible to preserve battery energy. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 seconds on each
attempt.
5. Continue warming up the engine until it idles
smoothly.
NOTICE
ECB00160
For maximum engine life, always warm the en-
gine up before starting off. Never accelerate
hard when the engine is cold!
EBU20440
Operating the drive select lever and
driving in reverse
NOTICE
ECB00170
Before shifting, stop the ATV, otherwise the
transmission may be damaged.
Shifting: Neutral to High-range and High-range
to Low-range
1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.
2. Apply the brake pedal, and then shift by mov-
ing the drive select lever along the shift guide.
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Make sure that the drive select lever is completely
shifted into position.
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