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Align the appropriate notch in the adjusting ring
with the position indicator on the shock absorber.

TIP

A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make this adjustment.

1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator

1. Special wrench

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Summary of Contents for KODIAK YFM700FWBD 2017

Page 1: ...MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO B5K 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 ...

Page 2: ...DIC183 Original instructions Notice originale Manual original PRINTED IN USA 2020 10 0 4 1 CR E F S ...

Page 3: ...EFULLY It contains important safety information WARNING OWNER S MANUAL YFM700FWBD YFM700FWB This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age B5K F8199 63 E0 UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 4: ...The Netherlands Signature Shin Yokomizo 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...

Page 5: ...des 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 completely before operating your ATV Make sure you understand all...

Page 6: ...he figures shown in this manual This is the 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 vehicl...

Page 7: ...r motorway Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17411 YFM700FWBD YFM700FWB OWNER S MANUAL 2021 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition April 2020 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 UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 8: ...FM700FWB 5 17 Throttle lever 5 18 Speed limiter 5 19 Front brake lever 5 19 Brake pedal and rear brake lever 5 20 Drive select lever 5 21 Fuel tank cap 5 21 Fuel 5 22 Seat 5 24 Storage compartment 5 25 Front carrier 5 26 Rear carrier 5 26 Front and rear shock absorbers YFM700FWBD 5 26 Winch 5 28 Trailer hitch 5 29 Auxiliary DC jack 5 30 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 6 1 Fuel 6 3 Engine oil 6 3 Final gear o...

Page 9: ...l system 9 3 Periodic maintenance chart General maintenance and lubrication 9 5 Removing and installing panels 9 9 Checking the spark plug 9 17 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 9 19 Why Yamalube 9 23 Final gear oil 9 24 Differential gear oil 9 26 Coolant 9 28 Cleaning the air filter element 9 36 Cleaning the spark arrester 9 39 V belt case drain plug 9 40 Adjusting the throttle lever free play ...

Page 10: ...aft 9 52 Battery 9 53 Replacing a fuse 9 56 Replacing a headlight bulb 9 59 Adjusting a headlight beam 9 62 Replacing the brake tail light bulb 9 63 Removing a wheel 9 64 Installing a wheel 9 64 Troubleshooting 9 65 Troubleshooting charts 9 66 CLEANING AND STORAGE 10 1 Cleaning 10 1 Storage 10 2 SPECIFICATIONS 11 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 12 1 Emissions Certification label for Europe 12 1 INDEX 13 1 ...

Page 11: ... IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU26032 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame This 17 digit number is used to identify your individual ATV EBU26053 Model label The model label is affixed at the location shown 1 Vehicle identification number front left side UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 12: ...specific model can be identified by checking the model type code found on the model label 1 Model label 1 Model type code 2 Production code 3 Color code 1 1 3 2 UB5K63E0 book Page 2 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 13: ...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 UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 14: ...2 2 2 1 2 3 4 5 11 9 10 7 8 6 1213 UB5K63E0 book Page 2 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 15: ... F817R 10 90 kg 198 lbs B16 F817R 00 50 kg 110 lbs 1P0 F816P 20 YAMAHA YAMAHA BB5 F816M M0 35 0 kPa 0 35 kgf cm 5 0 psi 30 0 kPa 0 30 kgf cm 4 4 psi 50 0 kPa 0 50 kgf cm 7 3 psi 50 0 kPa 0 50 kgf cm 7 3 psi 1 2 3 4 5 UB5K63E0 book Page 3 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 16: ...MAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN YFM700FWBD 36 0 kW 324 kg 2020 BGF F155A 10 YAMAHA 1HP F811R 00 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN YFM700FWB 36 0 kW 314 kg 2020 B6K F155A 50 E10 E5 B4F F817K 00 6 B6KE 6 BGF1 6 BGF8 BGFB 7 8 9 UB5K63E0 book Page 4 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 17: ...2 5 2 1P0 F816R 00 YAMAHA B4F F817R 10 4 kg 9 lbs BAS F8459 00 10 11 12 13 UB5K63E0 book Page 5 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 18: ... s Manual ALWAYS use an approved helmet and protective gear 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 liquids 1 2 3 4 Year of Construction Model Name Maximum Power Mass in Running Order UB5K63E0 book Page 6 Monda...

Page 19: ...ssure 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 related items Make sure you do not exceed the load limits Ove...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ... 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 are...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...ange any of 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 found in the Loading section page 7 6 when mounting acces sories Never install accessories that would impair the performance of your ATV Carefully in...

Page 25: ...d you can quickly be overcome and unable to save yourself Also 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 ...

Page 26: ... Rear brake light switch 7 Engine oil dipstick 8 Oil filter cartridge 9 Coolant reservoir 5 1 2 3 4 7 8 6 9 1 Rear shock absorber 2 Fuel tank cap 3 Tool kit 4 Storage compartment 5 Spark plug 6 Winch 7 Front shock absorber 8 Brake pedal 9 V belt case drain plug 5 1 6 2 3 4 8 7 9 UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 27: ...ervoir 9 Front brake lever 10 Throttle lever 11 Auxiliary DC jack 12 Main switch 1 2 3 7 8 9 101112 4 6 5 1 Drive select lever 2 Rear brake lever 3 Handlebar switches 4 Winch switch 5 Horn switch 6 Multi function display 7 Front brake fluid reservoir 8 On Command 4WD switches 9 Front brake lever 10 Throttle lever 11 Auxiliary DC jack 12 Main switch 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 1112 4 5 UB5K63E0 book Page 2 Mo...

Page 28: ...al systems are off The key can be re moved EBU26699 Indicator lights and warning lights YFM700FWB 1 Main switch 1 1 Fuel level warning light 2 Engine trouble warning light 3 Coolant temperature warning light 4 Neutral indicator light N 5 Reverse indicator light R 6 Park indicator light P 7 Four wheel drive indicator light 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 29: ... transmis sion is in the reverse position EBU38270 Park indicator light YFM700FWB YFM700FWBD This indicator light comes on when the transmis sion is in the park position 1 Differential gear lock indicator light 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 7 Four wheel drive icon 8 Differential gear lock ...

Page 30: ... warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle NOTICE ECB02040 The engine may overheat if the vehicle is overloaded If this happens reduce the load to specification After restarting make sure that the warning light is out Continuous use while this warn ing light is on may cause damage to the en gine YFM700FWB If the light comes on during operation stop the ve hicle as soon as it ...

Page 31: ...rning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to on or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle YFM700FWB This warning light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is not work ing correctly When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnostic ...

Page 32: ...wheel drive indicators Four wheel drive indicator light YFM700FWB This indicator light comes on when the drivetrain is set to 4WD four wheel drive TIP Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ ential gear case the light may not come on until the ATV starts moving Four wheel drive icon YFM700FWBD This icon comes on when the drivetrain is set to 4WD four wheel drive TIP Due to the synchronizi...

Page 33: ...lay Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s traveling speed The speedometer can be set to MPH or km h This also changes the odometer and trip meter units between miles and kilometers To change the display between MPH and km h turn the key to off then while holding the SELECT button pushed turn the key to on 1 Speedometer 2 Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B Service tripmeter Error code displ...

Page 34: ... reset at the last maintenance Push the SELECT button to switch between the odometer ODO the tripmeters TRIP A and TRIP B and the service tripmeter in the following order ODO TRIP A TRIP B ODO To reset a tripmeter set the display to the tripme ter you want to reset then push the RESET but ton for 2 seconds TIP The odometer will lock at 199999 The tripmeters will reset and continue counting after 9...

Page 35: ...e coolant temperature display in the following order CLOCK HOUR VOLT CLOCK To set the clock 1 Set the display to the clock 2 Push both the SELECT button and RE SET button for 2 seconds The hour digits will start flashing 3 Use the RESET button to set the hours 4 Push the SELECT button and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Use the RESET button to set the minutes 6 Push the SELECT button and t...

Page 36: ...air the vehicle Coolant temperature display When the coolant is in the normal operating tem perature range the temperature is displayed When the coolant temperature rises the coolant temperature display will begin to flash If the cool ant temperature continues to rise the message Hi will flash TIP The coolant temperature display can be set to C or F To switch the temperature units turn the key to ...

Page 37: ...y 4 0 L 1 06 US gal 0 88 Imp gal of fuel remains Refuel as soon as possible TIP If the electrical circuit for the fuel gauge is not working correctly all display segments will flash repeatedly Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi cle Brightness control mode This mode allows you to adjust the brightness of the multi function display when the vehicle is stopped To adjust the brightness 1 Push the SEL...

Page 38: ...ed in any of those circuits the 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 NOTICE ECB00812 If the multi function display indicates an error code the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage 1 Error code displ...

Page 39: ...h OFF 2 Engine stop switch 3 Start switch 4 Horn switch 5 Winch switch OUT IN 3 4 5 2 1 1 Light switch OFF 2 Start switch 3 Engine stop switch 4 Override switch OVERRIDE 5 Horn switch 6 Winch switch OUT IN 4 3 2 5 1 6 UB5K63E0 book Page 12 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 40: ...t headlights low beams and the taillight Set the switch to to turn on the left and right head lights high beams the handlebar mounted light YFM700FWBD and the taillight Set the switch to OFF to turn off all the lights NOTICE ECB00046 Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for an extended period of time The battery may discharge to the point that the starter will not have enough power...

Page 41: ...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 electrical system In this case take the ATV to a Yamaha dealer at the first opportunity WARNING EWB00151 Always ride at a slow speed whe...

Page 42: ...o 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 EBU30467 On Command drive switch 4WD LOCK YFM700FWBD Stop the ATV and push this switch to change from standard four wheel drive to four wheel drive with the differential locked Select t...

Page 43: ...ly locked or unlocked When the icon and indicator light are flashing turning the handlebar back and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage or disen gage Riding before the differential gear is properly en gaged or disengaged e g when the icon and indicator light are flashing will cause the vehicle speed to be limited until the differential gear is completely engaged or disengaged When...

Page 44: ...harp enough turn for the speed you are traveling EBU37201 Drive lever 2WD 4WD YFM700FWB Stop the vehicle and move the lever to change from two wheel drive to four wheel drive or vice versa Select the appropriate drive according to the terrain and riding conditions 2WD two wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear wheels only giving a smooth ride and fuel economy 4WD four wheel drive Power is suppl...

Page 45: ...sa 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 EBU18286 Throttle lever Push the throttle lever to increase engine speed Spring tension returns the lever to the rest position when released Always check that the throttle le ver returns normally before starting the engine 1 Throt...

Page 46: ...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 9 41 WARNING Im proper adjustment of the speed limiter and throttle could cause throttle cable damage or improper throttle operation You could lose control resulting in an acci...

Page 47: ...444 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 Brake pedal 1 1 Rear brake lever 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 20 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 48: ...k cap by turning it counter clockwise 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 while in the vicinity 1 Drive select lever 1 1 Fuel tank cap 1 UB5K...

Page 49: ...ince fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts ECB00982 4 Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make sure it is securely closed EBU38650 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank before starting off Refuel if necessary WARNING EWB02532 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should swallow so...

Page 50: ... exceed 10 E10 Gas oline containing methanol is not recommended because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems NOTICE ECB00071 Use only unleaded gasoline The 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 Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline Gasohol E10 acceptable Fu...

Page 51: ...ward To install the seat Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the seat holders and then push down on the seat at the rear to lock it in place Make sure that the seat is securely fitted 1 Seat 1 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 1 1 2 2 UB5K63E0 book Page 24 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 52: ...the storage compartment open the storage compartment lid When storing any documents in the storage com partment be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet When washing the vehi cle be careful not to let any water enter the stor age compartment Do not exceed the load limit of 4 0 kg 9 lb for the storage compartment Do not exceed the maximum load of 240 0 kg 530 lb for the v...

Page 53: ...b for the ATV EBU1914A Front and rear shock absorbers YFM700FWBD The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid er s weight and the riding conditions WARNING EWB00401 Always adjust 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...

Page 54: ...ng with the position indicator on the shock absorber TIP A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment 1 Spring preload adjusting ring 2 Position indicator 1 Special wrench UB5K63E0 book Page 27 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 55: ...ject or the winch and anchor point Do not use the winch unless all bystanders are Front spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 YFM700FWBD Standard 2 YFM700FWBD Maximum hard 5 YFM700FWBD Rear spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 YFM700FWBD Standard 2 YFM700FWBD Maximum hard 5 YFM700FWBD 1 Winch 2 Hook 3 Hook strap 4 Fairlead 1 3 2 4 UB5K63E0 book Page 28 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 56: ... vehicle s battery even when the engine is idling Allow the winch mo tor to cool and the battery to recharge between uses EBU28972 Trailer hitch This ATV is equipped with a 5 cm 2 in trailer hitch receiver Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer See page 7 6 for precaution in formation 1 Trailer hitch receiver 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 29 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 57: ...ter can be used when the main switch is turned on However to prevent bat tery drain use when the engine is running and the headlights are turned off 1 Start the engine 2 Turn the headlights off 3 Make sure the accessory is powered off 4 Open the auxiliary DC jack cap 5 Insert the accessory power plug into the jack 6 Turn the accessory on TIP Turn off the accessory before plugging into un plugging ...

Page 58: ...f or with the headlights on the battery may dis charge to the point that the engine will not start Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessory with a plug that gets hot The DC jack may be damaged UB5K63E0 book Page 31 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 59: ... 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 5 22 6 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 6 3 9 19 Final gear oil Check ATV for oi...

Page 60: ...les Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 9 48 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 6 4 Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary 9 50 Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting ...

Page 61: ...necessary See page 9 28 TIP The coolant level must be checked on a cold en gine since the level varies with engine tempera ture EBU28533 Front and rear brakes Brake levers and brake pedal Check that there is no free play in the front brake lever If there is free play have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system Check for correct free play in the rear brake le ver and brake pedal If the free play is...

Page 62: ...smoothly and spring back to the idle position when released Have a Yamaha dealer correct if necessary EBU38663 Tires Check and adjust the tire pressure before each ride Check tires for wear and damage Tire pressure A low pressure tire gauge is included as standard equipment Make two measurements of the tire pressure and use the second reading Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading...

Page 63: ... 4 4 psi Front Minimum 32 0 kPa 0 320 kgf cm 4 6 psi Rear Minimum 27 0 kPa 0 270 kgf cm 4 0 psi With cargo or trailer Front Recommended 50 0 kPa 0 500 kgf cm 7 3 psi Rear Recommended 50 0 kPa 0 500 kgf cm 7 3 psi Front Minimum 45 0 kPa 0 450 kgf cm 6 5 psi Rear Minimum 45 0 kPa 0 450 kgf cm 6 5 psi Maximum load Vehicle 240 0 kg 530 lb The vehicle s maximum load is the com bined weight of the rider...

Page 64: ...r extensive tests only the tires list ed below are approved for this model by Yamaha WARNING EWB02552 Use of improper tires on this ATV may cause loss of control increasing your risk of an acci dent 1 Tire tread depth Front Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU19 Size AT25 x 8 12 Rear Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU20 Size AT25 x 10 12 Maximum tire seating pressure Front 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 250 kPa...

Page 65: ...f 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 EBU19851 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary UB5K63E0 book Page 7 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 66: ...rake pedal is applied TIP It is recommended 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 7 4 prior to operating the engine for the first time To start the engine 1 Turn the key to on and the engine stop switch to run YFM700FWB The coolant temperature warning light the engine trouble warning light and the fue...

Page 67: ...switch Wait a few seconds before the next cranking at tempt to allow battery voltage to restore 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 waiting for the eng...

Page 68: ...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 69: ...r the first 240 km 150 mi or 20 hours During this period the various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the cor rect operating clearances Avoid prolonged full throttle operation or any condition that might re sult in engine overheating 0 120 km 0 75 mi or 0 10 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 1 2 throttle Vary the speed of the ATV regularly Do not oper ate it at one set throttl...

Page 70: ...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 Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for your ATV is an impor tant decision Genuine Yamaha Accessories which are available only from a Yamaha dealer have been designed tested and approved by Yamaha for use on your ATV Many compa...

Page 71: ...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 to control the ATV Exam ples include but are not limited to a heavy or bulky object attached to the handlebars 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 ...

Page 72: ... 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 ATV takes longer to stop Avoid making sharp turns un...

Page 73: ...8 1 8 EBU21142 RIDING YOUR ATV UB5K63E0 book Page 1 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 74: ... on pages 3 1 3 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 o...

Page 75: ...t 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 control...

Page 76: ... 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 wit...

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 6 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 t...

Page 79: ...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 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 rid er accessories and ...

Page 80: ...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 81: ...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 EWB01512 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 UB5K63E0 book...

Page 82: ...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 EWB01532 Do not operate on rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills nec essary to c...

Page 83: ...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 cau tion flag on the ATV to make you more visible Watch carefully for other vehicles EWB01552 Do not ride in areas posted no trespassing Do not ride on private property without getting permission UB5K63E0 book Page 11 Monda...

Page 84: ...release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly Improper use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose traction reducing control and increasing the possibility of an accident NOTICE ECB00252 Do not shift from low range to high range or vice versa without coming to a complete stop Damage to the engine or drive train may occur TURNING YOUR ATV WARNING EWB01772 Always follow proper proc...

Page 85: ... your weight over the front wheels by moving forward on the seat Once you have learned this technique you should be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter curves Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throt tle changes excessive braking incorrect body movements or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the ATV to tip If the ATV be gins to tip over to the outside while...

Page 86: ...uddenly The ATV could flip over backwards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill Never attempt 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 ...

Page 87: ...end If 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 y...

Page 88: ...re 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 tracti...

Page 89: ...her the front or rear brake because 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 EWB01633 Imp...

Page 90: ... 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 grad ually steer again in the direction you wish to travel CR...

Page 91: ...ide your ATV without verifying that you have regained proper braking ability WARNING Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability which could cause loss of control EWB02622 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 Also remove the drain plugs from the storage compartment and the V belt case to drain any water t...

Page 92: ...es such as large 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 Air filter case check hose 1 Storage compartment drain plug 1 1 1 V belt case drain plug 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 20 Monday Oct...

Page 93: ...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 94: ...Position your weight over the front wheels for better control See page 8 12 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 8 12 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 recomme...

Page 95: ...you discover that the ATV is going to tip over dismount on the uphill side See page 8 17 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 96: ...urn 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 3 6 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWB02691 ...

Page 97: ...ation included in this manual and the tools provided in the tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However additional tools such as a torque wrench are necessary to perform cer tain 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 98: ...ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 240 150 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 if necessary 4 Crankcase breath er system Check...

Page 99: ...eed 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 240 150 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 UB5K63E0 book Page 4 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 100: ...lls NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 240 150 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 correct if necessary Repla...

Page 101: ... wear cracks or other damage and re place if necessary 10 Chassis 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...

Page 102: ...e 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 21 Final gear oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary 22 Cooling system Check coolant level and ATV for coolant leakage and correct if necessary Replace coolant Every 2 years NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whi...

Page 103: ...every four years and if cracked or damaged 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 IN...

Page 104: ...ance jobs described in this chapter Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed EBU34180 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 UB5K63E0 book Page 9 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 105: ...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 UB5K63E0 book Page 10 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 106: ...ard 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 1 2 2 UB5K63E0 book Page 11 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 107: ... 1 Remove the seat See page 5 24 2 Remove panel A 3 Remove the hoses from panel C 4 Remove the quick fasteners and bolts Tightening torques Carrier bolt upper 34 N m 3 4 kgf m 25 lb ft Carrier bolt lower 34 N m 3 4 kgf m 25 lb ft Carrier bolt under the fenders 7 N m 0 7 kgf m 5 2 lb ft 1 Hose 1 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 12 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 108: ...l 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 1 2 1 Screw 1 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 13 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 109: ...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 UB5K63E0 book Page 14 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 110: ...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 UB5K63E0 book Page 15 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 111: ...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 UB5K63E0 book Page 16 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 112: ...nce 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 C and E See page 9 9 2 Remove the spark plug cap 3 Remove the spark plug as shown with the spark plug wrench included in the tool kit Tightening torques Panel bolt 4 0 N m 0 40 kgf m 3 0 lb ft Footboard nut 4 0 N m 0 40 kgf m 3 0 lb ft 1 Spark plug cap 1 Spark plu...

Page 113: ...he 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 To install the spark plug 1 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 2 Install the spark plug with the spark ...

Page 114: ...d and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart To check the engine oil level 1 Park 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 warm up the engine and then wait at least 10 minutes until the oil settles for an accurate reading 3 Remove the access cover by t...

Page 115: ...he minimum level mark add sufficient oil of the recom mended type to raise it to the correct level NOTICE Be sure the engine oil is at the correct level otherwise engine damage may result ECB00852 7 Insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler hole 8 Install the access cover by turning it clock wise 1 Engine oil dipstick 1 Maximum level mark 2 Minimum level mark UB5K63E0 book Page 20 Monday ...

Page 116: ...and then remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 6 10 if the oil filter cartridge is not be ing replaced 6 Remove panel F See page 9 9 7 Remove the oil 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 ...

Page 117: ...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 17 N m 1 7 kgf m 13 lb ft Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 33 N m 3 3 kgf m 24 lb ft UB5K63E0 book Page 22 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 118: ...ne 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 EBU38620 Why Yamalube YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers passion and belief that engine oil is an important liquid engine component We form teams of specialists in the fields of mechanical en gineering chemistry electronics and trac...

Page 119: ... intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart To check the final gear oil level 1 Park the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove the final gear oil level check bolt and its gasket and then check the oil level in the final gear case The oil level should be at the brim of the check hole 3 If the oil is below the brim of the check hole remove the final gear oil filler bolt and its gas ket and the...

Page 120: ...3 Remove the final gear oil filler bolt the final gear oil level check bolt the final gear oil drain bolt and their gasket to drain the oil from the final gear case 4 Install the drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 1 Final gear oil filler bolt 2 Gasket Tightening torques Final gear oil level check bolt 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 4 lb ft Final gear oil filler bol...

Page 121: ...ential 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 checked and the oil changed as follows at the in tervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Tightening torque Final gear oil drain bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft 1 Final gear oi...

Page 122: ...he oil filler bolt and its gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque To change the differential gear oil 1 Park 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 their gasket to drain the oil from the differential gear case 1 Differential gear ...

Page 123: ...pecified torque 8 Check the differential gear case for oil leak age If oil is leaking check for the cause EBU23473 Coolant The coolant level should be checked regularly In addition the coolant must be changed at the in tervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Tightening torque Differential gear oil drain bolt 9 8 N m 0 98 kgf m 7 2 lb ft 1 Differential gear oil filler bolt 2 Gasket 3 Di...

Page 124: ...o the en gine 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 coolant YAMALUBE coolant Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to full level 0...

Page 125: ...f 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 126: ...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 9 9 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 UB5K63E0 book Page 31 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 127: ...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 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 Trough 1 2 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 32 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 128: ... gas ket and then tighten the 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 14 Loosen the water pump air bleed bolt with out removing it to allow all of the air to es cape from the air bleed bolt ho...

Page 129: ...to es cape from the air bleed bolt hole 19 When coolant begins to flow out of the bolt hole tighten the cylinder head air bleed bolt to the specified torque 20 Start the engine and let it idle for ten minutes 21 Rev the engine five times Tightening torque Water pump air bleed bolt 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 4 lb ft 1 V belt cooling duct 2 Clamp screw 1 2 1 Cylinder head air bleed bolt Tightening torque Cy...

Page 130: ...p 24 Start the engine and then check for coolant leakage TIP If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system 25 Install the V belt cooling duct and then tight en the clamp screw 26 Install the footboard by installing the bolts and nuts and then tighten them to the speci fied torques TIP Tighten footboard bolts B in the order shown 1 Footboard nut 2 Footboard bolt A 3 Footboar...

Page 131: ... dusty ar eas 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 Park the ATV on a level surface Tightening torques Footboard nut 4 0 N m 0 40 kgf m 3 0 lb ft Footboard bolt A 4 0 N m 0 40 kgf m 3 0 lb ft Footboard bolt B 8 N m 0 8 kgf m 5 9 lb ft 4 1 2 3 1 Air filter case chec...

Page 132: ...olders 4 Pull the air filter element out of the air filter 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 2 1 1 Air filter element 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 37 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 133: ...ply 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 onto the air filter case NOTICE M...

Page 134: ...and the rubber joint man ifold fittings for an air tight seal Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the engine EBU28905 Cleaning the spark arrester Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be fore cleaning the spark arrester WARNING EWB02342 Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components Do not start the engine with the spar...

Page 135: ... bolt holes 6 Install the bolts and tighten to the specified torque EBU23932 V belt case drain plug After riding in water deep enough to allow it to en ter the V belt case remove the V belt case drain plug to drain the water from the 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 Tightening torque ...

Page 136: ...ith use resulting in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To prevent this from occurring the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter vals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EBU29602 Brakes Replacement of brake components requires pro fessional knowledge Brake service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB02572 Operating with improperly service...

Page 137: ...allows you to check the brake pad wear without having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indica tor groove If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set TIP The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads See page 9 64 EBU30322 Rear brake friction plates The rea...

Page 138: ...ge Therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake fluid level suddenly goes down have a Yamaha dealer check the brake sys tem before further riding WARNING EWB02721 Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability Observe these precautions Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system reducing braking perfor mance Clean...

Page 139: ...brake master cylinder 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 EBU24396 Checking the front brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end If there is free play have a Yamaha dealer in spect the brake system EBU34246 Adjustin...

Page 140: ...irection a To decrease the brake lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b TIP If the specified brake lever free play could be ob tained as described above skip steps 3 8 3 Fully turn the adjusting bolt in direction a to loosen the brake cable 4 Slide the rubber cover back 1 Brake lever free play Brake lever free play 6 0 7 0 mm 0 24 0 28 in 1 1 Locknut 2 Brake lever free play adjusti...

Page 141: ...de the rubber cover to its original position 9 Tighten the locknut at the brake lever Adjusting the brake pedal free play Measure the brake pedal free play as shown If the free play is incorrect adjust it as follows 1 Remove panel G 2 Loosen the locknut 1 Brake cable adjuster locknut 2 Brake lever free play adjusting nut 3 Rubber cover 2 3 1 a b 1 Brake pedal free play Brake pedal free play 12 0 1...

Page 142: ...he locknut 5 Install the panel EBU24232 Axle boots The axle boots must be checked for damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Check the axle boots for tears or damage If any damage is found have them replaced by a Yamaha dealer 1 Brake pedal free play adjusting nut 2 Locknut 2 a b 1 1 Front axle boot each side 1 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 47 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 143: ...djusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EBU24905 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 damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it 1 Rear ...

Page 144: ... 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 EBU28712 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 145: ...ke pedal pivot remove panel G See page 9 9 EBU24965 Checking the wheel hub bearings The front and rear wheel hub bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance 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 bearings Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease UB5K63E0 book Page 50 Monday Octob...

Page 146: ...periodic maintenance chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bush es if necessary EBU25055 Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots The rear knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease UB5K63E0 book Page 51 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 147: ...ating the steering shaft The steering shaft must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance chart YFM700FWB YFM700FWBD 1 Grease nipple Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 52 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 148: ...aler WARNING EWB02161 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 magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a physician immediately EYES Flus...

Page 149: ...he main switch must be off and the negative lead must be disconnected be fore the positive lead ECB01002 5 Pull the battery out of its compartment 1 Front carrier 2 Carrier bolt upper 1 Carrier bolt under the fenders 2 Carrier bolt lower 1 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 Battery holding plate 2 Nut 3 Negative battery lead black 4 Positive battery lead red 1 2 4 3 UB5K63E0 book Page 54 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM...

Page 150: ...e 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 ECB00942 Always keep the battery charged Storing the battery in a discharged state for an extended period of time will cause permanent battery damage Do not store the battery in an excessively cold or warm place below freezing or a...

Page 151: ... charge the battery before installing it EBU30525 Replacing a fuse 1 Positive battery lead red 2 Negative battery lead black Tightening torques Carrier bolt upper 34 N m 3 4 kgf m 25 lb ft Carrier bolt lower 34 N m 3 4 kgf m 25 lb ft Carrier bolt under the fenders 7 N m 0 7 kgf m 5 2 lb ft 1 2 1 Fuse box 2 Main fuse 3 EPS fuse YFM700FWBD 4 Fuel injection system spare fuse 5 Fuel injection system f...

Page 152: ...n switch when checking or replacing a fuse 1 Headlight fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Radiator fan motor fuse 4 Ignition fuse 5 Auxiliary DC jack fuse 6 Spare fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Headlight fuse 2 Radiator fan motor fuse 3 Signaling system 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 UB5K63E0 book Page 57 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 153: ...rical system which could lead to a fire EWB02173 4 Turn on the main switch and start the engine 5 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 6 Install the panel Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Headlight fuse 10 0 A YFM700FWB 15 0 A YFM700FWBD Ignition fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A YFM700FWBD Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 0 ...

Page 154: ...t and right headlight bulbs 1 Remove the cover at the rear of the headlight by pulling it off 2 Remove the bulb cover by pulling it off 3 Remove the socket by pushing it in and turn ing it counterclockwise 1 Cover at the rear of the headlight 1 1 Bulb cover 1 Socket 1 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 59 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 155: ... the socket by pushing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Install the bulb cover and the cover at the rear of the headlight NOTICE Make sure the bulb cover is securely fitted over the sock et and seated properly ECB03320 8 Adjust the headlight beam if necessary Handlebar mounted light bulb YFM700FWBD 1 Remove the handlebar mounted light cover by removing the quick fasteners 2 Remove the bulb cover b...

Page 156: ...ncy of the glass luminosity of the bulb and bulb life Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner ECB00653 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 1 Bulb cover 1 Socket 1 1 1 Do not touch the glass part ...

Page 157: ...ng a headlight beam NOTICE ECB00691 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 1 Handlebar mounted light cover 1 1 Headlight beam adjusting screw b a 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 62 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 158: ...e the brake tail light bulb holder to gether with the bulb by turning it counter clockwise 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counterclockwise 1 Handlebar mounted light beam adjusting screw b a 1 1 Brake tail light bulb holder 1 Brake tail light bulb 1 1 UB5K63E0 book Page 63 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 159: ...ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame 4 Remove the nuts from the wheel 5 Remove the wheel EBU36243 Installing a wheel 1 Install the wheel with the arrow mark pointing in the forward rotating direction of the wheel and then install the wheel nuts TIP For B6KE BGF1 be sure to install the nuts with their tapered side towards the wheel 1 Wheel nut 1 1 1 Arrow mark 2 Forward rotating direction...

Page 160: ...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 161: ... 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 quic...

Page 162: ...ended coolant as soon as possible The engine will tend to overheat if the radiator is caked with mud or if the ATV is overloaded 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 t...

Page 163: ...ion 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 wa...

Page 164: ...he following steps to protect the en gine from internal 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 sparking during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the sta...

Page 165: ...10 3 10 8 Remove the battery and fully charge it See page 9 53 UB5K63E0 book Page 3 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 166: ...03 lb BGF1 324 0 kg 714 lb BGF8 BGFB Loading Maximum load 240 0 kg 530 lb Total weight of rider cargo accessories and tongue Noise and vibration level Noise level 77 311 EEC 79 0 dB A at 3125 r min Uncertainty of measurement 0 6 dB A Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 0 5 m s Uncertainty of measurement 0 0 m s Vibration on handle EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 2 5 m s YFM700FWBD Vibr...

Page 167: ...rade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Quantity Oil change 2 00 L 2 11 US qt 1 76 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 10 L 2 22 US qt 1 85 Imp qt Final gear oil Type Yamaha Friction Modified Plus Shaft Drive Oil Part No ACC SHAFT PL 32 Quantity 0 52 L 0 55 US qt 0 46 Imp qt Differential gear oil Type Yamaha Friction Modified Plus Shaft Drive Oil Part No ACC SHAFT PL 32 or SAE 80 API GL 4...

Page 168: ... amount 4 0 L 1 06 US gal 0 88 Imp gal Throttle body ID mark B4F1 Spark plug s Manufacturer model NGK CPR7EA 9 Spark plug gap 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in Drivetrain Primary reduction ratio 1 000 Secondary reduction ratio 9 545 41 21 x 24 18 x 20 15 x 33 12 Final drive Shaft Clutch type Wet centrifugal shoe Transmission type CVT automatic with reverse Gear ratio Transmission ratio 2 380 0 700 1 Rever...

Page 169: ... kgf cm 6 5 psi Rear 45 0 kPa 0 450 kgf cm 6 5 psi Front wheel Rim size 12 x 6 0 AT Rear wheel Rim size 12 x 7 5 AT Front brake Type Hydraulic disc brake Rear brake Type Mechanical wet multiple disc brake Brake fluid Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Double wishbone Spring Coil spring Shock absorber Hydraulic damper Wheel travel 180 mm 7 1 in Rear suspension Type Double wishbone Sp...

Page 170: ...light LED Four wheel drive indicator light 1 7 W YFM700FWB Engine trouble warning light LED High range indicator light LED YFM700FWBD Low range indicator light LED YFM700FWBD Differential gear lock indicator light LED YFM700FWBD EPS warning light LED YFM700FWBD Battery voltage warning light LED YFM700FWBD Fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Headlight fuse 10 0 A YFM700FWB 15 0 A YFM700FWBD Signaling system fus...

Page 171: ...tc i e the number of machines and other adjacent process es and the length of time for which an operator is exposed to the noise Also the permissible expo sure level can vary from country This information however will enable the user of the machine to make a better evaluation of the hazard and risk EBU38670 CO2 emissions levels statement for Europe This CO2 measurement results from testing over a ...

Page 172: ...ombustion engines of non road mobile machinery Your Yamaha engine was designed and tested to give an optimal blend of performance without ex cessive emissions Therefore do not attempt to alter the engine specifications or tamper with the intake engine or exhaust systems NOTICE ECB03790 Tampering with the engine or emissions con trol system will void the European Union type approval of this engine ...

Page 173: ...olant 6 3 9 28 Coolant temperature warning light 5 3 D Differential gear lock indicators YFM700FWBD 5 5 Differential gear oil 6 3 9 26 Drive lever 2WD 4WD YFM700FWB 5 17 Drive select lever 5 21 Drive select lever and driving in reverse 7 2 E Emissions Certification label for Europe 12 1 Engine break in 7 4 Engine oil 6 3 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 9 19 Engine stop switch 5 13 Engine troub...

Page 174: ...t 5 2 Parking 7 4 Parking on a slope 7 5 Part locations 4 1 R Rear brake adjusting the lever pedal free play 9 44 Rear knuckle pivots lubricating 9 51 Reverse indicator light 5 2 Riding your ATV 8 1 S Safety information 3 1 Seat 5 24 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the front and rear YFM700FWBD 5 26 Spark arrester cleaning 9 39 Spark plug checking 9 17 Specifications 11 1 Speed limiter 5 19 St...

Page 175: ...13 3 13 W Wheel hub bearings checking 9 50 Wheel installing 9 64 Wheel removing 9 64 Winch 5 28 Winch switch 5 14 Y Yamalube 9 23 UB5K63E0 book Page 3 Monday October 12 2020 4 59 PM ...

Page 176: ...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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