Yamaha GRIZZLY 550 FI YFM5FGY, Owner'S Manual

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could come off the ground. The ATV could easily
tip over backwards. Apply both the front and rear
brakes gradually, or dismount the ATV immediate-
ly on the uphill side.
WARNING
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Use the proper gear and maintain a steady
speed when climbing a hill.
If you lose all forward speed:
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Keep weight uphill.
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Apply the brakes.
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Shift into the park position after you are
stopped.
If you begin rolling backwards:
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Keep weight uphill.
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2WD: Never apply the rear brake while rolling
backwards. Apply the front brake.
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4WD or 4WD-LOCK: Apply both front and
rear brakes gradually.
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When fully stopped, shift into the park posi-
tion.
Dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed
straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and re-
mount, following the procedure described in
the Owner’s Manual.
RIDING DOWNHILL
When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight
as far to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as pos-
sible. Move back on the seat and sit with your arms
straight. Engine compression will do most of the
braking for you. For maximum engine compres-
sion braking effect, select the low-range position
and change to 4WD or 4WD-LOCK before begin-
ning to descend the hill. Improper braking may
cause a loss of traction.
Use caution while descending a hill with loose or
slippery surfaces. Braking ability and traction may
be adversely affected by these surfaces. Improper
braking may also cause a loss of traction.
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