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To install a panel

1. Place the panel in the original position, and

then install the bolt.

2. Install panels A and C.

Panels F and G

To remove a panel

1. Remove the panel bolts, footboard bolt, and

footboard nut.

1. Panel F
2. Footboard nut
3. Footboard bolt
4. Panel bolt
5. Projection

U2UD61E0.book  Page 16  Monday, April 25, 2016  10:55 AM

Summary of Contents for GRIZZLY YFM70GPXH

Page 1: ... PROPRIÉTAIRE MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO 2UD F8199 61 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 ...

Page 2: ...DIC183 Original instructions Notice originale Manual original PRINTED IN USA 2016 05 0 4 1 CR E F S ...

Page 3: ...ains important safety information WARNING OWNER S MANUAL YFM70GPXH YFM70GPAH YFM70GPHH YFM70GPSH YFM70GPLH This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age 2UD F8199 61 E0 U2UD61E0 book Page 1 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 4: ...erlands Signature Akihiro Tsuzuki Date of Issue to which this declaration applies conforms to the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 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 Title and or number and date of issue of standards and o...

Page 5: ...ic understanding of the features and operation of this ATV This manual includes important safety information It provides information about special techni ques 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 t...

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: ...se check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17411 YFM70GPXH YFM70GPAH YFM70GPHH YFM70GPSH YFM70GPLH OWNER S MANUAL 2016 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition February 2016 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 U2UD61E0 book Page 1 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 ...

Page 8: ... pedal and rear brake lever 4 15 Drive select lever 4 16 Fuel tank cap 4 16 Fuel 4 16 Seat 4 18 Storage compartments 4 19 Front carrier 4 23 Rear carrier 4 23 Adjusting the front and rear shock absorber assemblies 4 23 Trailer hitch YFM70GPSH YFM70GPLH 4 24 Auxiliary DC jack 4 24 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 5 1 Fuel 5 3 Engine oil 5 3 Final gear oil 5 3 Differential gear oil 5 3 Coolant 5 3 Front and rea...

Page 9: ...sion control system 8 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 8 5 Removing and installing panels 8 10 Checking the spark plug 8 18 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 21 Final gear oil 8 25 Differential gear oil 8 28 Coolant 8 30 Cleaning the air filter element 8 38 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 40 V belt case drain plug 8 42 Adjusting the throttle lever free play 8 42 Valve clearance 8 43 B...

Page 10: ...ttery 8 53 Replacing a fuse 8 57 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 59 Adjusting a headlight beam 8 61 Tail brake light 8 61 Removing a wheel 8 61 Installing a wheel 8 62 Troubleshooting 8 63 Troubleshooting charts 8 64 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 Identification numbers 11 1 INDEX 12 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 3 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 11: ...all of 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 re placement label from your Yamaha dealer U2UD61E0 book Page 1 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 12: ...1 2 1 For Europe 2 1 3 4 5 7 6 6 8 6 6 12 11 9 10 U2UD61E0 book Page 2 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 13: ...UD F155A 10 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN YFM700FWAD 36 0 kW 320 kg 2016 B31 F155A 10 B16 F817R 10 90 kg 198 lbs B16 F817R 00 50 kg 110 lbs 1P0 F816P 20 YAMAHA 1 YFM70GPXH YFM70GPAH YFM70GPHH 1 YFM70GPSH YFM70GPLH 2 3 4 U2UD61E0 book Page 3 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 14: ... 5880 N 600 kgf 1322 lbf 147 N 15 kgf 33 lbf 37S F817S 00 35 0 kPa 0 35 kgf cm 5 0 psi 30 0 kPa 0 30 kgf cm 4 4 psi 1HP F816M M0 YAMAHA 1HP F2259 21 5 7 6 8 U2UD61E0 book Page 4 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 15: ...1 5 1 1P0 F816R 00 YAMAHA YAMAHA 1HP F811R 00 10 9 U2UD61E0 book Page 5 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 16: ...1 6 1 B16 F816N 01 4 kg 9 lb 37S F816N 00 0 5 kg 1 lb 11 12 U2UD61E0 book Page 6 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 17: ...from 12 years old 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 Use from 16 years old Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death NEVER use on paved roads NEVER carry passengers NEVER use with drugs or alcohol NEVER store fuel or flammable ...

Page 18: ...loss of control Adjust the tire pressure Improper tire pressure can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death 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 other load rel...

Page 19: ...1 9 1 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN kW kg 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Year of construction Model Name Max Power Mass In Running Order U2UD61E0 book Page 9 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 20: ...1 10 1 For Oceania 1 2 3 4 6 11 10 12 7 8 9 5 5 U2UD61E0 book Page 10 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 21: ...0 YAMAHA MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT 37S F151K 00 PULLING LOAD 5880 N 600 kgf 1322 lbf TONGUE WEIGHT 147 N 15 kgf 33 lbf YAMAHA WARNING NEVER ride as a passenger Passengers can cause a loss of control resulting in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH 1 2 3 4 U2UD61E0 book Page 11 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 22: ...with cargo or towing a trailer Reduce speed and allow more room to stop Avoid hills and rough terrain Maximum Vehicle Load 240 kg 530 lbs Includes weight of operator cargo and accessories and if applicable trailer tongue weight WARNING B16 F816M 00 YAMAHA IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL LOSS OF CONTROL CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE Set...

Page 23: ...SENGERS NEVER USE WITH DRUGS OR ALCOHOL NEVER operate ALWAYS without proper training or instruction at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions on public roads a collision can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rough terrain and in turns ...

Page 24: ...RNING Storage should not exceed 4 kg 9 lbs B16 F151F 01 1 lb 0 5 kg 37S F151F 00 5ND F1558 00 Turning the ATV in 4WD LOCK DIFF LOCK takes more effort 10 11 12 U2UD61E0 book Page 14 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 25: ...ld under 16 years old should never oper ate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult supervision and never allow continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV This vehicle is intended for off road use only Do not operate on any paved surfaces such ...

Page 26: ...ing to turn at faster speeds and never turn at excessive speeds Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills Always follow proper procedures for climbing 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 surfaces Shift...

Page 27: ...h as ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that recommended in this manual Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to let friction dry out the linings Always be sure there ar...

Page 28: ...sary If you can physically operate your vehicle inspect your vehicle If the vehicle is in safe operating con dition and you can safely operate it restart it and ride gently back to camp or other known location where you can receive medical at tention If necessary contact your riding party or local authorities to let them know where you are and what has happened In the event of a breakdown 1 If you...

Page 29: ... the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries re lated to changes in the vehicle Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided un der Loading when mounting accessories Never install accessories that would impair the performance of your ATV Carefully inspect the accessory before...

Page 30: ...o deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in en closed or poorly ventilated areas If you experi ence any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning leave the area immediately get fresh air and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT Do not run engine indoors Even if you try to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open windows and doors carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels Do not run...

Page 31: ...idge 8 Coolant reservoir 5 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 1 Rear storage compartment 2 Fuel tank cap 3 Owner s tool kit 4 Center storage compartment 5 Spark plug 6 Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 7 Brake pedal 8 V belt case drain plug 9 Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 5 1 6 9 2 3 4 7 8 U2UD61E0 book Page 1 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 32: ...ver 3 Handlebar switches 4 Rear brake fluid reservoir 5 Horn switch 6 Multi function display 7 Front brake fluid reservoir 8 On Command four wheel drive differential gear lock switch 9 Throttle lever 10 Front brake lever 11 Front storage compartment 12 Main switch 13 Auxiliary DC jack 1 5 2 3 4 6 7 8 10 9 11 13 12 U2UD61E0 book Page 2 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 33: ...as follows on All electrical systems are supplied with power The headlights 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 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 1 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 34: ...his indicator light comes on when the transmis sion is in the reverse position EBU17971 Park indicator light This indicator light comes on when the transmis sion is in the park position 1 On Command differential gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK 2 Low range indicator light L 3 High range indicator light H 4 Neutral indicator light N 5 Reverse indicator light R 6 Park indicator light P 7 On Comma...

Page 35: ...or Start the engine after making sure that the warning light is out Continuous use while the warning light is on may cause damage to the engine EBU30483 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine When this occurs the display will indicate an error code see page 4 7 Have a Yamaha dealer check the self ...

Page 36: ...nd indicator light DIFF LOCK The On Command four wheel drive indicator comes on when the On Command four wheel drive switch is set to the 4WD position The On Command differential gear lock indicator and the On Command differential gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK come on when the On Command differential gear lock switch is set to the LOCK position TIP Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the d...

Page 37: ...eter and tripmeters The odometer shows the total distance traveled by the vehicle The odometer can be used for maintenance and service intervals The tripmeters show the distance traveled since they were last reset The tripmeters can be used to record the distance traveled on a single trip or to estimate the distance that can be traveled with a full tank of gas etc Push the SELECT button to switch ...

Page 38: ...ll start flashing 3 Push the RESET button to set the hours 4 Push the SELECT button and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Push the RESET button to set the minutes 6 Push the SELECT button and then release it to start the clock Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The display segments of the fuel gauge disappear from F full towards E empty as the fuel level ...

Page 39: ...engine trouble warning light will come on or flash and the display will indicate an error code If the display indicates an error code note the code number and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 1 Fuel level warning indicator 2 Fuel gauge 3 E segment 1 2 3 1 Error code display 2 Engine trouble warning light 1 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 7 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 40: ...is switch to crank the engine with the start er See the starting instructions on page 6 1 prior to starting the engine EBU34120 Light switch OFF Set this switch to to turn on the left and right headlights low beams and the taillight Set the switch to to turn on the left and right head lights high beams the center headlight and the taillight Set the switch to OFF to turn off all the lights NOTICE E...

Page 41: ...old this switch to override the differential gear lock speed limiting function See page 4 11 Releas ing the switch restores the speed limiting function While the override switch is pushed the segments of the speedometer digits will appear as shown in the figure TIP If the digits of the speedometer appear as shown when the switch is NOT being pushed this could indicate a malfunction in the electric...

Page 42: ...rcumstances 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 ver sa Select the appropriate drive according to the terrain a...

Page 43: ...ays 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 traveling T...

Page 44: ...p 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 differential gear is locked the differential gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK will come on along with the indicator in the multi function dis play 1 On Command four wheel drive switch 2WD 4WD 2 On Command differential gear lock switch 4WD LOCK 2WD 4WD 1 ...

Page 45: ...rential gear is completely engaged or disengaged When the ATV is in four wheel drive differential gear lock the maximum traveling speed is limit ed to 35 km h 22 mi h However if conditions require full engine power to be available push and hold the override switch to disable the dif ferential gear lock speed limiter See page 4 9 for a detailed explanation of this switch EBU18283 Throttle lever Onc...

Page 46: ...g screw in direction a To decrease the maximum engine power avail able 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 damaged Always make sure the throttle lever free play is adjusted to 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in See page 8 42 WARNING Im proper adjustment of the speed limiter and thro...

Page 47: ...ebar grip EBU18443 Brake pedal and rear brake lever The brake pedal is located on the right 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 1 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 15 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 48: ...nk cap by turning it counter clockwise EBU18757 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWB02522 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling fol low these instructions 1 Before refueling turn off the engine and be sure that no one is sitting on the vehicle Nev er refuel while smoking or w...

Page 49: ...e fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts ECB00982 4 Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make sure it is securely closed WARNING EWB02532 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your doctor 1 Fuel tank ...

Page 50: ... regular unleaded gasoline with a research octane number of 91 or higher 95 or higher for Europe If knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of a different brand Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs EBU34140 Seat To remove the seat Pull up the seat at the rear and then pull the seat rearward To install the seat Insert the projections on the front of the se...

Page 51: ...ust be stored wrap them in appropriate cushion material to prevent damaging the stor age compartments The front storage compartment is located at the front right side of the ATV To access the storage compartment remove the storage compartment cover by turning it counterclockwise 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 1 1 2 2 1 Front storage compartment cover U2UD61E0 book Page 19 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM...

Page 52: ...located in front of the seat To access the storage compart ment open the storage compartment lid 1 Front storage compartment 1 Center storage compartment lid 1 Center storage compartment 1 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 20 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 53: ...at they will not get wet When washing the ATV be careful not to let any water enter the stor age compartments Do not exceed the load limit of 0 5 kg 1 lb for the front storage compartment 4 0 kg 9 lb for the center storage compartment or 2 0 kg 4 lb for the rear storage compartment Do not exceed the maximum load of 240 0 kg 530 lb for the ATV 1 Rear storage compartment lid 2 Rear storage compartme...

Page 54: ... water collects in a storage compartment remove the drain plug drain the water and then install the drain plug 1 Front storage compartment drain plug 1 Center storage compartment drain plug 1 Rear storage compartment drain plug 1 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 22 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 55: ...the shock absorber assemblies on the left and right side to the same setting Uneven adjustment can cause 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 ...

Page 56: ... located at the front right side of the ATV The auxiliary DC jack can be used for suitable work lights radios etc The auxiliary DC jack should only be used when the engine is running and the light switch is set to OFF 1 Set the light switch to OFF 2 Turn the accessory off 3 Start the engine See page 6 1 1 Special wrench Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 Maximum hard 5 1 Trailer hitc...

Page 57: ...oad the circuit and cause the fuse to blow If accessories are used without the engine running or with the headlights turned on the battery will lose its charge and engine start ing may become difficult Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessories with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be damaged 1 Auxiliary DC jack cap 2 Auxiliary DC jack Maximum rated capacity for the a...

Page 58: ... a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM ROUTINE PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank and add recommended fuel if neces sary Check fuel line for leakage Correct if necessary 4 16 5 3 Engine oil Check oil level in engine and add recommended oil to specified level if necessary Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 21 Final gear oil Check ATV for oi...

Page 59: ...hrottle lever Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate cable and lever housing if necessary Check lever free play and adjust if necessary 5 4 8 42 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 8 49 Wheels and tires Check wheel condition and replace if damaged Check tire condition and tread depth Replace if necessary Check air pressure Correct if necessary 5 4 Brake p...

Page 60: ...ary See page 8 30 TIP The coolant level must be checked on a cold en gine since the level varies with engine tempera ture EBU29083 Front and rear brakes Brake levers and brake pedal Check that there is no free play in the front and rear brake levers If there is free play have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system Check for correct free play in the brake pedal If the free play is incorrect adjust ...

Page 61: ...ust open smoothly and spring back to the idle position when released Have a Yamaha dealer correct if necessary EBU19815 Tires Check tire pressure regularly to make sure it is at the recommended specifications Also check for wear and damage Tire pressure Use the low pressure tire gauge to check and ad just tire pressures when the tires are cold Tire pressures must be equal on both sides WARNING Ope...

Page 62: ...n the tire groove decreases to 3 mm 0 12 in due to wear replace the tire Recommended tire pressure Front 35 0 kPa 0 350 kgf cm 5 0 psi Rear 30 0 kPa 0 300 kgf cm 4 4 psi Minimum tire pressure Front 32 0 kPa 0 320 kgf cm 4 6 psi Rear 27 0 kPa 0 270 kgf cm 4 0 psi Maximum tire seating pressure Front 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm 36 psi 1 Low pressure tire gauge U2UD61E0 book Page...

Page 63: ... tires and rims The tires and rims that came with your ATV were designed to match the performance capabilities and to provide the best combination of handling braking and comfort Other tires rims sizes and combinations may not be appropriate EBU19841 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 1 Tire wear limit Front Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU05Y Size AT26 x...

Page 64: ...5 7 5 EBU19851 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary U2UD61E0 book Page 7 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 65: ...t The drive select lever is in the neutral or park po sition The rear brake lever or brake pedal is applied TIP Under normal operating conditions it is recom mended to shift into neutral or park and apply the rear brake when starting the engine NOTICE ECB00151 See the Engine break in section on page 6 4 prior to operating the engine for the first time To start the engine 1 Turn the key to on and t...

Page 66: ...t a few seconds before the next cranking at tempt to allow battery voltage to restore and the starter motor to cool Do not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on any single attempt NOTICE ECB00164 For maximum engine life never accelerate hard when the engine is cold EBU36230 Operating the drive select lever and driving in reverse NOTICE ECB03330 Do not shift without coming to a complete stop and...

Page 67: ...ple or ob stacles behind you When it is safe to proceed go slowly 1 Bring the ATV to a complete stop 2 Apply the brake pedal 3 Shift from neutral to reverse or from reverse to park and vice versa by moving the drive se lect lever along the shift guide 1 Drive select lever 2 L Low range 3 H High range 4 N Neutral 5 R Reverse 6 P Park 1 2 3 4 5 6 L H N R P 1 Drive select lever 2 L Low range 3 H High...

Page 68: ...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 320 km 200 mi or 20 hours The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clear ances During this period prolonged full throttle operation or...

Page 69: ...ne shift the drive select lever to the park position and then block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so steep you could not walk up them easily 1 Bring the ATV to a stop by applying the brakes 2 Stop the engine 3 With the brake pedal applied shift the drive select lever to the park position EBU20911 Accessories and loading EBU20922 ...

Page 70: ...re responsible for injuries re lated to changes in the vehicle Keep the following in mind when considering an accessory or operating an ATV which has acces sories Accessories should be rigidly and securely mounted An accessory which can shift position or come off while you are riding could affect your ability to control the ATV Do not mount an accessory where it could inter fere with your ability ...

Page 71: ... measure tongue weight with a bath room scale Put the tongue of the loaded trailer on the scale with the tongue at hitch height Ad MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT ATV loading limit total weight of rider car go accessories and tongue 240 0 kg 530 lb Front carrier 50 0 kg 110 lb Rear carrier 90 0 kg 198 lb Front storage compartment 0 5 kg 1 lb Center storage compartment 4 0 kg 9 lb Rear storage compartment 2 ...

Page 72: ...hifting load can cause 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 Although conditions vary it is good practice not to exceed low range whenever you are carrying heavier loads or when towing a trailer Allow more braking distance A heavier...

Page 73: ...7 1 7 EBU21142 RIDING YOUR ATV U2UD61E0 book Page 1 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 74: ...n on pages 2 1 2 6 Also read all warn ing and notice labels on your ATV RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT Get training if you are inexperienced WARNING EWB01382 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 operator does not know how to operate the ATV properly in different situations and on different types ...

Page 75: ...at 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 WARNING Never carry a passenger Carrying a passenger on this ATV greatly reduces your ability to balance and contro...

Page 76: ...G Operating without an ap proved motorcycle helmet increases your chances of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident EWB01412 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 wi...

Page 77: ...ach 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 mainte nance procedures and schedules described in the Owner s Manual WARNING Failure to inspect the ATV before riding it or failure to maintain it properly increases the possibility of an acci dent and equipment damage EWB01433 Speed limiter ...

Page 78: ... centered side 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 ...

Page 79: ...ould cause you to lose your balance and fall off of the ATV If you remove a foot from a footboard your foot or leg may come into con tact with the rear wheels which could injure you or cause an accident EWB01472 MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT ATV loading limit total weight of cargo rid er accessories and tongue 240 0 kg 530 lb Front carrier 50 0 kg 110 lb Rear carrier 90 0 kg 198 lb Front storage compartme...

Page 80: ...installa tion or use of accessories or other modification All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV and should be in stalled and used according to instructions If you have questions consult an authorized ATV dealer WARNING Operating this ATV with improper modifications may cause changes in handling which in some situa...

Page 81: ...it The muffler and other engine parts become ex tremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped To reduce the risk of fire during operation or after leaving the ATV do not let brush grass and other materials collect under the vehicle near the muffler or exhaust pipe or next to other hot parts Check under the vehicle after operating in areas where combustible mate rials may...

Page 82: ...other vehicles Make sure you know your country s laws and regulations before you ride on unpaved public streets or roads Do not ride on any paved public street road or motor way WARNING Never operate this ATV on any paved street paved road or motorway You can collide with another vehicle EWB01522 Know the terrain where you ride Ride cautiously in unfamiliar areas Stay alert for holes rocks or root...

Page 83: ... on excessively rough slippery or loose terrain could cause loss of traction or ATV con trol which could result in an accident includ ing an overturn EWB01542 When riding in an area where you might not easily be seen such as desert terrain mount a caution 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 y...

Page 84: ...in riding your ATV With the engine idling shift the drive select lever into the low range position or the high range position Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate If the throttle is applied too abruptly the front wheels may lift off the ground resulting in a loss of directional control Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughl...

Page 85: ... the ATV will resist turning A special turning tech nique must be used to allow the ATV to make turns quickly and easily It is essential that this skill be learned first at low speed As you approach a curve slow down and begin to turn the handlebars in the desired direction As you do so put your weight on the footboard to the outside of the turn opposite your desired direc tion and lean your upper...

Page 86: ... UPHILL WARNING EWB01672 Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns or loss of control Use proper riding techniques described in this Owner s Manual Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities The ATV can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb h...

Page 87: ... momentum but not so fast that you cannot react to changes in the terrain as you climb It is important when climbing a hill to make sure that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV This can be accomplished by leaning forward and on steeper inclines standing on the footboards and leaning forward over the handlebars When ever possible ride straight up hills Slow down when you reach the crest ...

Page 88: ...re inter connected by the drive train applying either brake will brake all wheels therefore avoid sudden ap plication of either the front or rear brake as the wheels on the uphill side could come off the ground The ATV could easily tip over backwards Apply both the front and rear brakes gradually When fully stopped lock shift to the park position and dismount the ATV immediately on the uphill side...

Page 89: ...r maximum engine com pression braking effect select the low range posi tion and change to 4WD before beginning to descend the hill 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 When this ATV is in 4WD all wheels front and rear are interconnected by the d...

Page 90: ...equires you to properly position your weight to maintain proper balance Be sure that you have learned the basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting to cross a sloping surface Avoid slopes with slip pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your balance As you travel across a slope lean your body in the uphill direction It may be necessary to correct the steering when riding on loose...

Page 91: ...e risk of an overturn The ATV can be used to cross slow moving shal low water of up to a maximum of 35 cm 14 in in depth Before entering the water choose your path carefully Enter where there is no sharp drop off and avoid rocks or other obstacles which may be slippery or upset the ATV Drive slowly and carefully Test your brakes after leaving the water If neces sary apply them several times to let...

Page 92: ... of the air filter case Also remove the drain plugs from the storage compartments and the V belt case to drain any water that may have accu mulated NOTICE Undrained water can cause damage or improper operation ECB00842 Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operat ed in salt water or muddy conditions 1 Air filter case check hose 1 Front storage compartment drain plug 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 20 Mo...

Page 93: ...as lar ge rocks or fallen trees When you go over obstacles always follow proper procedures as described in the Owner s Manual Riding over rough terrain should be done with caution Look out for obstacles which could cause damage to the ATV or could lead to an upset or 1 Center storage compartment drain plug 1 Rear storage compartment drain plug 1 1 1 V belt case drain plug 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 21 M...

Page 94: ... slowly and be very cautious in order to re duce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control Care should be used when riding on loose or slip pery surfaces since the ATV may slide If unex pected and uncorrected sliding could lead to an accident To reduce the tendency for the front wheels to slide in loose or slippery conditions positioning your weight over the front wheels will sometimes help...

Page 95: ... Position your weight over the front wheels for better control See page 7 13 If your ATV begins to tip while turning Lean more into the turn to regain balance If necessary gradually let off the throttle and or steer to the outside of the turn See page 7 13 If your ATV starts to slide sideways Steer in the direction of the slide if you have the room Applying the brakes or accelerating is not recomm...

Page 96: ...you discover that the ATV is going to tip over dismount on the uphill side See page 7 18 If your ATV encounters shallow water Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving water watching for obstacles Be sure to let wa ter drain from the ATV and CHECK YOUR BRAKES FOR PROPER OPERATION when you come out of the water Do not continue to ride your ATV until you have regained adequate braking ability Se...

Page 97: ...rn off the engine when performing mainte 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 6 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWB02691 B...

Page 98: ...ded in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of pre ventive maintenance 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 manu...

Page 99: ...dealer as they require 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 cl...

Page 100: ...ark arrester Clean 7 Air induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts if necessary 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 U2UD61E0 book Page 4 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 101: ...d with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require 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 Air filter element Clean and replace if necessary Every 20 40 hours more often in wet or dusty areas 2 Front brake Check...

Page 102: ...and replace if nec essary 7 Tires Check tread depth and for damage and replace if necessary Check air pressure and balance and correct if necessary 8 Wheel hub bearings Check for looseness or damage and replace if necessary 9 V belt Check for wear cracks or other damage and re place if necessary 10 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened NO ITEM CHECK OR M...

Page 103: ... Check toe in and adjust if necessary 16 Engine mount Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 17 Axle boots Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 18 Engine oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary 19 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 20 Differential gear oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary NO ITEM CHECK OR MA...

Page 104: ... years 23 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 24 Throttle lever Check operation Check throttle lever free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate cable and lever housing 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary 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 m...

Page 105: ...correct the brake fluid level Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U2UD61E0 book Page 9 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 106: ...nance jobs described in this chapter Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed EBU34720 Panel A To remove the panel Pull upward on the areas shown 1 Panel A 2 Panel B 3 Panel C 4 Panel D 5 Panel F 2 1 3 4 5 1 Panel E 2 Panel G 2 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 10 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 107: ...the panel in the original position Panel B To remove the panel 1 Remove panel A 2 Remove the front carrier by removing the bolts 1 Panel A 1 1 Front carrier 2 Carrier bolt upper 1 2 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 11 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 108: ...l the panel upward to remove it To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original position and then install the quick fasteners 1 Carrier bolt under the fenders 2 Carrier bolt lower 1 2 2 1 1 Panel B 2 Quick fastener 3 Projection 3 3 1 2 3 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 12 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 109: ...move the seat See page 4 18 2 Remove panel A 3 Remove the hoses from panel C 4 Remove the quick fasteners and bolts Tightening torques Carrier bolt upper 34 Nm 3 4 m kgf 25 ft lbf Carrier bolt lower 34 Nm 3 4 m kgf 25 ft lbf Carrier bolt under the fenders 7 Nm 0 7 m kgf 5 1 ft lbf 1 Panel C 2 Hose 2 1 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 13 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 110: ...ll the panel upward to remove it TIP To ease removal of panel C shift the drive select lever into the reverse position To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original position 1 Bolt 2 Quick fastener 1 2 1 Screw 1 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 14 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 111: ...perly connected and routed and are not pinched 3 Install panel A 4 Install the seat Panels D and E To remove a panel 1 Remove panels A and C 2 Remove the bolt and then pull the panel up ward to remove it 1 Panel D 2 Bolt 1 Panel E 2 Bolt 1 2 1 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 15 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 112: ...ion and then install the bolt 2 Install panels A and C Panels F and G To remove a panel 1 Remove the panel bolts footboard bolt and footboard nut 1 Panel F 2 Footboard nut 3 Footboard bolt 4 Panel bolt 5 Projection U2UD61E0 book Page 16 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 113: ...on To install a panel 1 Place the panel in the original position 2 Install the bolts and nut and then tighten them to the specified torques 1 Panel G 2 Footboard nut 3 Footboard bolt 4 Panel bolt 5 Projection U2UD61E0 book Page 17 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 114: ...nance and lubri cation chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can reveal the condition of the engine To remove the spark plug 1 Remove panels A and C See page 8 10 2 Remove the storage compartment by remov ing the bolt 3 Remove the spark plug cap Tightening torques Panel bolt 4 0 Nm 0 40 m kgf 2 9 ft lbf Footboard nut 4 0 Nm 0 40 m kgf 2 9 ft lbf 1 Storage compartment 2 Bolt 1 Spark plu...

Page 115: ...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 vehicle 2 Check the spark plug for electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits and replace it if necessary 3 Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thick ness gauge and if necessary adjust the gap to specification 1 ...

Page 116: ...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 speci fied torque as soon as possible 3 Install the spark plug cap 4 Install the storage compartment as shown and then install the bolt 5 Install the panels 1 Spark plug gap Spark plug gap 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in Tightening torque Spar...

Page 117: ...vel 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Check the engine oil level on a cold 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 10 minutes until the oil set tles for an accurate reading 3 Remove the access cover by turning it coun terclockwise 4 Remove the engine oil dipstick and then wipe it off with a clean rag 1 ...

Page 118: ... 7 Insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler hole 8 Install the access cover by turning it clock wise To change the engine oil with or without oil fil ter cartridge replacement 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minu tes and then turn it off 3 Remove the access cover by turning it coun terclockwise 4 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect th...

Page 119: ...il filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a nearby Yamaha dealer 8 Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge 1 Engine oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Oil filter wrench 1 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 23 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 120: ...orque with a torque wrench 10 Install panel F 11 Install the engine oil drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the spec ified torque 1 O ring 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 15 Nm 1 5 m kgf 11 ft lbf Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 22 Nm 2 2 m kgf 16 ft lbf 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 24 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 121: ...r oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 14 Turn the engine off wait at least ten minutes and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary 15 Install the access cover by turning it clock wise EBU27307 Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked for oil leak age before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check and repa...

Page 122: ...to raise it to the correct level 4 Check the gaskets for damage and replace them if necessary 5 Install the oil level check bolt the oil filler bolt and their gasket and then tighten the bolts to the specified torques 1 Final gear oil 2 Gasket 3 Final gear oil level check bolt 4 Correct oil level 1 2 4 3 1 Final gear oil filler bolt 2 Gasket Tightening torques Final gear oil level check bolt 10 Nm...

Page 123: ...in bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 5 Refill with the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the check hole as shown NOTICE Be sure no foreign material en ters the final gear case ECB00422 1 Final gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 Tightening torque Final gear oil drain bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Final gear oil 2 Gasket 3 Final gear oil level check b...

Page 124: ... at the in tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the differential gear oil level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt and its gasket and then check the oil level in the differential 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 oil ...

Page 125: ... the drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 5 Refill with the recommended differential gear oil to the brim of the filler hole as shown NOTICE Be sure no foreign material en ters the differential gear case ECB00412 Tightening torque Differential gear oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Differential gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 Tightening torque ...

Page 126: ...tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EBU34201 To check the coolant level 1 Park the ATV on a level surface TIP The coolant level must be checked on a cold en gine since the level varies with engine tempera ture 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant reser voir TIP The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks Recommended differential gear oil Se...

Page 127: ...of coolant replace it with coolant as soon as possible otherwise the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the antifreeze con tent of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced ECB01012 TIP The radiator fan is automatically switched on or off according to the...

Page 128: ...r pressure Always place a thick rag over the cap when opening Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap 1 Park the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove panels A B C and D See page 8 10 3 Remove the footboard by removing the bolts and nuts 4 Remove the radiator cap 1 Footboard 2 Bolt and nut 3 Bolt 3 2 2 3 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 32 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 129: ...n remove the coolant drain bolt and its gasket Use a trough or a similar object as shown to prevent coolant from spilling on the engine guard 1 Radiator cap 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 Trough 1 2 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 33 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 130: ...he bolt to the specified torque 11 Connect the coolant reservoir hose 12 Pour the recommended coolant into the radi ator until it is full 13 Pour the recommended coolant into the res ervoir to the maximum level mark and then install the reservoir cap NOTICE Mix anti freeze with distilled water only However if distilled water is not available soft water may be used for refilling Do not use hard wat...

Page 131: ...emoving it to allow all of the air to es cape from the air bleed bolt hole Antifreeze water mixture ratio 1 1 Recommended antifreeze High quality ethylene glycol antifreeze con taining corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines Coolant quantity Radiator including all routes 1 76 L 1 86 US qt 1 55 Imp qt Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt 1 Water pump air bl...

Page 132: ...as dropped after the engine has cooled add sufficient coolant until it reaches the top of the radiator and then in stall the radiator cap 23 Start the engine and then check for coolant leakage TIP If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system 24 Install the footboard by installing the bolts and nuts and then tighten them to the speci fied torques 1 Cylinder head air bleed b...

Page 133: ...els 1 Footboard nut 2 Footboard bolt A 3 Footboard bolt B 3 1 2 1 Tightening torques Footboard nut 4 0 Nm 0 40 m kgf 2 9 ft lbf Footboard bolt A 4 0 Nm 0 40 m kgf 2 9 ft lbf Footboard bolt B 8 Nm 0 8 m kgf 5 8 ft lbf 4 1 2 3 U2UD61E0 book Page 37 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 134: ...heck 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 18 3 Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking the air filter case cover holders 4 Pull the air filter element out of the air filter case 1 Air filter case check hose 1 1 Air fi...

Page 135: ...nge material Never use low flash point sol vents or gasoline to clean the sponge ma terial because the engine could catch fire or explode EWB01942 7 Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material and let it dry NOTICE Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 1 Air filter element 1 1 Air filter element frame 2 Sponge material 3 Air filter element lock plate 3 2 1 U2UD61E0 ...

Page 136: ... engine wear and possible engine damage Additionally the fuel injection system would be affected resulting in poor engine performance and possible over heating ECB00763 12 Install the seat TIP The air filter element should be cleaned every 20 40 hours It should be cleaned and lubricated more often if the ATV is operated in extremely dusty areas Each time the air filter element main tenance is perf...

Page 137: ... of the tailpipe housing 4 Check the gasket for damage and replace it if necessary 5 Make sure the gasket is properly positioned then insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the bolt holes 6 Install the bolts and tighten them to the spec ified torque 1 Tailpipe bolt 1 1 1 Gasket 2 Spark arrester 3 Tailpipe Tightening torque Tailpipe bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf 3 2 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 4...

Page 138: ... case TIP If water drains from the V belt case after removing the plug have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV as the water may affect other engine parts EBU29703 Adjusting the throttle lever free play The throttle lever free play should be checked and if necessary adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The throttle lever free play should measure 3 0 5 0 m...

Page 139: ...l knowledge Brake service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB02572 Operating with improperly serviced or adjust ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability and an accident EBU27471 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Each brake pad is provided ...

Page 140: ...43 Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid lev el with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid if necessary 1 Wear indicator groove 1 Wear indicator groove U2UD61E0 book Page 44 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 141: ...Use only the specified brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage Refill with the same type of brake fluid Add ing a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction Be careful that water does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the flu id and may result in vapor lock 1 Minimum leve...

Page 142: ...the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed below or whenever they are damaged or leaking Oil seals Replace every two years Brake hoses Replace every four years EBU27773 Checking the front and rear brake lever free play The...

Page 143: ...e Before adjusting the brake pedal free play check the rear brake pads for wear The brake pedal free play should measure 1 0 6 0 mm 0 04 0 24 in as shown If the free play is in correct adjust it as follows 1 Remove panel G See page 8 10 2 Loosen the locknut 3 Turn the brake pedal free play adjusting nut in direction a to increase the free play and in direction b to decrease it 1 No brake lever fre...

Page 144: ...e correct free play cannot be obtained have a Yamaha dealer adjust it TIP When adjusting the brake pedal free play Be sure not to step on the brake pedal Make sure the rear brake lever and brake pedal do not move 1 Locknut 2 Brake pedal free play adjusting nut 1 Brake pedal cable joint 2 Slight play 0 1 0 5 mm 0 004 0 02 in 1 2 U2UD61E0 book Page 48 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 145: ...g 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 damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it 1 Front axle boot each side 1 1 1 Rear axle boot each side Recommended lubricant Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable...

Page 146: ...before you begin riding 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 accident or collision EBU24913 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 le...

Page 147: ...d 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 smooth ly have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub bearings EBU25023 Checking the stabilizer bushes The stabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer repl...

Page 148: ...se a grease gun EBU25094 Lubricating the steering shaft The steering shaft must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart TIP For parts equipped with a grease nipple use a grease gun Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 Grease nipple Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 52 Monday Apr...

Page 149: ...es 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 magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a physician immediately EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes or other sources of ignition a...

Page 150: ...he negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead by removing 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 ECB01002 1 Front carrier 2 Carrier bolt upper 1 2 2 1 Carrier bolt under the fenders 2 Carrier bolt lower 1 2 2 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 54 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 151: ...l damage the battery To store the battery If the ATV will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it and then place it in a cool dry place If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully charge it if necessary NOTICE ECB00941 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent bat tery damage T...

Page 152: ... Install the battery holding plate by installing the nuts 4 Install the front carrier by installing the bolts and tightening them to the specified torques 5 Install the panel 1 Positive battery lead red 2 Negative battery lead black 1 2 Tightening torques Carrier bolt upper 34 Nm 3 4 m kgf 25 ft lbf Carrier bolt lower 34 Nm 3 4 m kgf 25 ft lbf Carrier bolt under the fenders 7 Nm 0 7 m kgf 5 1 ft l...

Page 153: ...ows 1 Turn the key to off and turn off all elec trical circuits 1 Fuse box 2 Main fuse 3 EPS fuse 4 Fuel injection system spare fuse 5 Fuel injection system fuse 2 3 4 5 1 1 Headlight fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Radiator fan motor fuse 4 Ignition fuse 5 Four wheel drive motor fuse 6 Auxiliary DC jack fuse 7 Spare fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 U2UD61E0 book Page 57 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 154: ...an cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire EWB02173 3 Turn the key to on and turn on the elec trical circuits to check if the devices operate 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Headlight fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Auxili...

Page 155: ... as fol lows 1 Remove the headlight cover by removing the quick fasteners 2 Remove the bulb cover by pulling it off 3 Remove the socket by pushing it in and turn ing it counterclockwise 1 Headlight cover 2 Quick fastener 1 2 2 1 Bulb cover 1 Socket 1 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 59 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 156: ...6 Install the socket by pushing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Install the bulb cover NOTICE Make sure the bulb cover is securely fitted over the socket and seated properly ECB03320 8 Install the headlight cover as shown and then install the quick fasteners 9 Adjust the headlight beam if necessary Left and right headlights This model is equipped with LED type headlights for the left and right he...

Page 157: ...m turn the adjusting screw in direction b EBU26921 Tail brake light This model is equipped with an LED type of tail brake light If the tail brake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EBU25652 Removing a wheel 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Loosen the wheel nuts 1 Adjusting screw center headlight b a 1 1 Adjusting screw left and right headlights b a 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 61 Mon...

Page 158: ...eel 1 Install the wheel and the nuts TIP The arrow mark on the tire must point to ward the rotating direction of the wheel For YFM70GPXH YFM70GPHH tapered nuts are used for both the front and rear wheels In stall the nuts with their tapered side towards the wheel 1 Wheel nut 1 1 1 Arrow mark 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 62 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 159: ...o a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience 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 EWB02281 Do not smoke when checking the fuel system Fuel can ignite or explode causing sev...

Page 160: ...e the spark plug 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 Check the compression Dry Wet Operate the electric starter Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Check the ignition Operate the electric starter 2 Battery The engine turns over qui...

Page 161: ... can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check the cooling system for leakage Have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system Add coolant See TIP Start the engine If the engine overheats a...

Page 162: ...on dry out the linings EWB02312 NOTICE Excessive wa ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electrical devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure de tergent applications such as those avail able in coin operated car washers ECB00712 4 Once most of the dirt has been hosed off wash all surfaces with war...

Page 163: ...he 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 sparking during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder wall with oil e Remove the spark plug cap f...

Page 164: ... 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 infor mation on storing the battery see page 8 53 TIP Make any necessary repairs before storing the ATV U2UD61E0 book Page 3 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 165: ...0GPAH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPHH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPLH YFM70GPSH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPXH Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 0 5 m s YFM70GPAH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPHH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPLH YFM70GPSH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPXH Uncertainty of measurement 0 0 m s YFM70GPAH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPHH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPLH YFM70GPSH_EUR FRA GBR YFM70GPXH Vibration on handle EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 2 5...

Page 166: ...Oil Part No ACC SHFTL PL 32 Quantity 0 20 L 0 21 US qt 0 18 Imp qt Differential gear oil Type SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 22 L 0 23 US qt 0 19 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator including all routes 1 76 L 1 86 US qt 1 55 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded ...

Page 167: ...Low range 31 16 1 938 High range 27 25 1 080 Chassis Frame type Steel tube frame Caster angle 4 53 Trail 26 0 mm 1 02 in Front tire Type Tubeless Size AT26 x 8 12 Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU05Y Rear tire Type Tubeless Size AT26 x 10 12 Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU06Y Loading Maximum loading limit 240 0 kg 530 lb Total weight of rider cargo accessories and tongue Tire air pressure measured on cold...

Page 168: ...ft hand and right foot operation Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Double wishbone Spring shock absorber type Coil spring gas oil damper Wheel travel 193 mm 7 6 in Rear suspension Type Double wishbone Spring shock absorber type Coil spring gas oil damper Wheel travel 232 mm 9 1 in Electrical system Ignition system TCI Charging system AC magneto Battery Model YTX20L BS Voltage capac...

Page 169: ...0 A EBU30402 For Europe only The figures quoted are emission levels and are not necessarily safe working levels Whilst there is a correlation between the emission and exposure levels this cannot be used reliably to determine whether or not further precautions are required Factors that influence the actual level of exposure of work force include the characteristics of the work room the other source...

Page 170: ...L LABEL INFORMATION EBU26031 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame TIP The vehicle identification number is used to iden tify your ATV EBU26051 Model label The model 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 Yam...

Page 171: ...11 2 11 1 Model label 1 U2UD61E0 book Page 2 Monday April 25 2016 10 55 AM ...

Page 172: ...ning light 4 3 D Differential gear oil 5 3 8 28 Drive select lever 4 16 Drive select lever and driving in reverse 6 2 E Engine break in 6 4 Engine oil 5 3 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 21 Engine stop switch 4 8 Engine trouble warning light 4 3 EPS warning light 4 3 F Final gear oil 5 3 8 25 Four wheel drive differential gear lock indicator 4 4 Front and rear brake lever free play checking ...

Page 173: ...S Safety information 2 1 Seat 4 18 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the front and rear 4 23 Spark arrester cleaning 8 40 Spark plug checking 8 18 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 14 Stabilizer bushes checking 8 51 Starting the engine 6 1 Start switch 4 8 Steering shaft lubricating 8 52 Storage 9 2 Storage compartments 4 19 T Tail brake light 8 61 Throttle lever 4 13 5 4 Throttle lever free p...

Page 174: ...APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PAVED ROADS NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS NEVER operate without proper training or instruction at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions on public roads a collision can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control LOCATE AND READ OWNER S MANUAL FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND ...

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