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(empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the
“E” segment disappears and the “ ” icon
flashes, refuel as soon as possible.

TIP

If the electrical circuit for the fuel gauge is not
working correctly, all display segments
and “ ” will flash repeatedly. Have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.

Error code display

This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis
device for various electrical circuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those cir-
cuits, 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 en-
gine damage.

1. Error code display
2. Engine trouble warning light “

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Summary of Contents for VIKING YX70MPJ

Page 1: ...DIC183 B5F F8199 70 YX70MPJ YX70MPAJ YX70MPSJ OWNER S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information ...

Page 2: ...EBU33110 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this ve hicle if it is sold UB5F70E0 book Page 1 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 3: ...anding of the features and operation of this vehicle It also includes basic maintenance and inspection procedures If you have any ques tions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle please consult a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB03490 Please read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle Do not attempt to operate this vehicle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its con...

Page 4: ...safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to poten tial personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that fol low this symbol 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 5: ...ions in force before choosing where to operate this vehicle It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where vehicles its size are prohibited This vehicle complies with all provinces off highway noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations EBU33130 YX70MPJ YX70MPAJ YX70MPSJ OWNER S MANUAL 2017 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition March 2017 All rights reserved Any reprinting or una...

Page 6: ...ator pedal 4 12 Brake pedal 4 13 Parking brake lever 4 13 Drive select lever 4 14 Fuel tank cap 4 14 Doors 4 15 Seats 4 15 Adjusting the driver seat position 4 16 Seat belts 4 17 Glove compartment 4 18 Storage compartments 4 18 Cup holders 4 20 Cargo bed 4 21 The front and rear shock absorber assemblies 4 23 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver 4 23 Auxiliary DC jack 4 24 FOR YOUR SAFETY PRE OPERATI...

Page 7: ...ODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8 1 Owner s manual and tool kit 8 2 Maintenance charts 8 4 Hood 8 10 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 11 Final gear oil 8 16 Differential gear oil 8 19 Coolant 8 21 Axle boots 8 22 Spark plug inspection 8 23 Cleaning the air filter element 8 25 Cleaning the air filter case duct check hose 8 31 V belt case drain plug 8 31 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 32 Valve c...

Page 8: ...ion 8 40 Wheel removal 8 41 Tire replacement 8 41 Wheel installation 8 42 Battery 8 43 Jump starting 8 47 Fuse replacement 8 48 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 50 Headlight beam adjustment 8 52 Tail brake light bulb replacement 8 53 Troubleshooting 8 54 Troubleshooting charts 8 56 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 Identification number rec...

Page 9: ...e labels on your vehicle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer UB5F70E0 book Page 1 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 10: ...1 2 1 28 31 3 1 5 7 8 8 7 9 6 4 23 17 16 24 25 18 15 14 11 12 13 29 30 19 20 9 10 21 22 10 26 27 18 2 UB5F70E0 book Page 2 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 11: ... un capotage semble imminent caler les pieds sur le plancher ou sur les repose pieds et agripper le volant ou la poignée de maintien Ne jamais agripper l arceau de protection Ne jamais tenter d empê cher un capotage à l aide du bras ou de la jambe YAMAHA 1XD K7762 00 WARNING Any part of your body arms legs or head outside of the vehicle can be crushed by the cage frame If you think or feel that th...

Page 12: ... mains et bras dans l habitacle et agripper le volant ou la poignée de maintien Keep hands body and other people away from pinch points when lowering bed Do not hold the cage frame while closing bed YAMAHA 5B4 K7764 00 WARNING YAMAHA MOTEUR DU CANADA LTÉE 480 Gordon Baker Road Toronto Ontario M2H 3B4 Canada 1XD F4162 10 Le toit d origine de ca véhicule est conforme aux normes de l OSHA des États U...

Page 13: ...SI ROHVA 1 2014 Standard Date of manufacture B42 F4161 00 YAMAHA certifie que ce véhicule hors route est conforme à la norme ANSI ROHVA 1 2014 de l ANSI intitulée American National Standard for Recreational Off Highway Vehicles Date de fabrication B42 F4161 10 11 12 13 UB5F70E0 book Page 5 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 14: ...1696 20 AVERTISSEMENT Une pression de gonflage incorrecte des pneus ou la surcharge du véhicule risquent de provoquer une perte de contrôle ou un capotage entraînant des blessures voire la mort Ne jamais régler la pression de gonflage ni la laisser baisser sous le seuil minimal le pneu risque de se déjanter CHARGE DU VÉHICULE de 0 kg 0 lbs à 300 kg 661 lbs Recommandation AVANT ARRIÈRE Minimum AVAN...

Page 15: ...elle voire mortelle ne jamais stocker de carburant ni de liquide inflammable dans ce compartiment de rangement 1XP F151F 10 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas Mishandling can cause explosion Read owner s manual for instructions Do not incinerate puncture or open Cette unité contient de l azote à haute pression Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d explosion Vo...

Page 16: ... lbs Charge maximale du véhicule 411 kg 906 lbs Une charge ou une remorque peut nuire à la maniabilité et à l équilibre du véhicule Lors du transport d une charge ou lors du remorquage Lire le Manuel du propriétaire avant de charger le véhicule de tirer ou de remorquer une charge Ne pas dépasser la limite de charge nominale pour la caisse de chargement le timon et le véhicule Réduire la vitesse et...

Page 17: ... or pulling an object can affect handling stability and risk of overturn or other accidents Secure load to prevent it from shifting Never load more than 490 N 50 kgf 110 lbf tongue weight on towing bracket Do not tow more than 6664 N 680 kgf 1500 lbf rolling weight trailer plus cargo Tow or pull only from hitch bracket Read Owner s Manual before loading towing or pulling objects YAMAHA MOTOR CANAD...

Page 18: ...mmobiliser Ne jamais dépasser le poids en flèche de 490 N 50 kgf 110 lbf du dispositif d attelage Ne pas remorquer une charge totale de plus de 6664 N 680 kgf 1500 lbf remorque plus chargement N attacher charge ou remorque qu au support de fixation d attelage Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant de charger le véhicule et de remorquer ou tirer une charge YAMAHA 5UG F151J 00 MAX 7 3 INCH 185MM 24 25...

Page 19: ...caused severe injuries and death even on flat open areas Stay completely inside the vehicle Passengers must be able to reach the center handhold while keeping feet flat on floor and sitting upright with back against seat Driver must be able to comfor tably reach all controls while sitting upright with back against seat Wear an approved helmet eye protection and protective gear Fasten seat belts Do...

Page 20: ...ions avec voitures et camions arrivent en un clin d œil Ne jamais permettre à plus de deux occupants à prendre place dans le véhicule Être préparé Attacher la ceinture de sécurité Porter un casque homologué une protection pour les yeux et une tenue de protection Le conducteur doit pouvoir rejoindre aisément toutes les commandes alors qu il est en position assise son dos contre le dossier du siège ...

Page 21: ... Do not allow anyone else to operate your vehicle or ride as a passenger if you are unsure that he she is willing and able to follow these instructions Get to know your vehicle This off road vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from cars ATVs go carts golf cars and grounds keeping vehicles Follow these instructions to reduce your risk of an accident and to reduce the risk of serious injury...

Page 22: ... against the backrests The passengers must be able to reach and hold the passenger handhold within the cage frame The driver and passengers should wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly The driver and passengers should also wear eye protection goggles or a face shield gloves over the ankle boots long sleeved shirt or jacket and long pants Do not drive or ride as a passenger after us...

Page 23: ... to label next to hitch for tongue weight and trailer load limits Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side and as low and as far forward as possible Secure cargo so that it will not shift a loose load could change handling unexpectedly or be thrown forward and strike occupants While using your Yamaha Viking Keep your body completely inside the vehicle at all times Keep both hands on the ...

Page 24: ... in a rollover Avoid sideways sliding skidding or fishtailing and never do donuts Slow down before entering a turn and avoid hard braking in a turn When making tight turns from a stop or at slow speeds avoid sudden or hard acceleration Drive straight up and down inclines not across them If crossing a hill is unavoidable drive slowly and turn downhill immediately if you feel the vehicle may tip Avo...

Page 25: ... avoid sharp drop offs large rocks or slippery surfaces Operating this vehicle through deep or fast flowing water can lead to loss of control or overturn To reduce your risk of drowning or other injuries use care when crossing through water When loaded with cargo or towing a trailer Reduce speed operate in low gear only and allow more room to stop Avoid hills and rough terrain Use extreme caution ...

Page 26: ...or partially enclosed areas such as barns garages or carports Do not run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through open ings such as windows and doors Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for your Viking is an important decision Genuine Yamaha Accessories which are available only from a Yamaha dealer have been designed tested and approved by Yamaha for us...

Page 27: ... any of the vehicle s design or operation charac teristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Aftermarket tires and rims The tires and rims that came with your Viking were designed to match the performance capabil ities and to provide the best combination of handling braking and comfort Other tires ri...

Page 28: ...bly 2 Radiator cap 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Driver seat 5 Shoulder bolster 6 Driver seat belt 7 Cargo bed 8 Tail brake light 9 Spark arrester 10 Rear shock absorber assembly 11 Spark plug 12 Cargo bed release lever 13 Storage compartment for YX70MPSJ 14 Door UB5F70E0 book Page 1 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 29: ...3 2 1 7 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Passenger seat belt 3 Passenger seat 4 Air filter 5 Battery 6 Fuses 7 Headlight 8 Coolant reservoir 9 Storage compartment 10 Fuel tank cap 11 Oil filter cartridge UB5F70E0 book Page 2 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 30: ...2 14 1 Light switch 2 On Command drive knob 3 Steering wheel 4 Main switch 5 Parking brake lever 6 Helmet indicator light 7 Seat belt indicator light 8 Drive select lever 9 Accelerator pedal 10 Brake pedal 11 Multi function meter unit 12 Passenger handhold 13 Glove compartment 14 Auxiliary DC jack 15 Storage compartment UB5F70E0 book Page 3 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 31: ...nnot be removed TIP The helmet indicator light comes on and stays on while the key is turned to on EBU31240 off All electrical circuits are switched off The key can be removed EBU31250 start The electric starter is engaged by turning and holding the key in this position Release the key when the engine starts 1 Main switch 2 off 3 on 4 start 1 2 3 4 UB5F70E0 book Page 1 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM...

Page 32: ...he H position 1 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 Parking brake indicator light 7 Drivetrain icon 8 Engine trouble warning light 9 Coolant temperature warning light 10 Electric Power Steering warning light EPS 3 5 6 4 2 1 7 8 10 9 1 Helmet indicator light 2 Seat bel...

Page 33: ...he On Command drive knob is set to DIFF LOCK the indicator light will flash until the differential is locked Turn the steering wheel back and forth or drive slowly to help the differential gear lock to engage EBU37171 Drivetrain icon This icon indicates the currently selected drive mode When 2WD is selected the icon is off When 4WD is selected is dis played And when 4WD with differential lock is s...

Page 34: ...can be checked by turning the key to on 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 electrical circuit TIP If you continue to drive the vehicle while the engine is overheating a buzzer will sound EBU31341 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in ...

Page 35: ...d or snow the power assist is reduced to protect the EPS motor from overheating EBU31360 Helmet indicator light The indicator light comes on and stays on while the key is turned to on to remind the occupants to always wear a helmet If the indicator light does not come on when the key is turned to on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EBU31370 Seat belt indicator light The indicator ...

Page 36: ... speedometer can be set to mph or km h This also changes the odometer and tripmeter units between miles and kilometers To change the display be tween mph and km h turn the key to off then while holding the SELECT button pushed turn the key to on 1 CLOCK button 2 RESET button 3 SELECT button 4 Speedometer 5 Fuel gauge 6 Clock Hour meter Voltage display 7 Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B Error code ...

Page 37: ...traveled with a full tank of gas etc Push the SELECT button to switch between the odometer ODO and the tripmeters TRIP A and TRIP B in the following order ODO TRIP A TRIP B ODO To reset a tripmeter set the display to the tripmeter you want to reset then push the RESET button for three seconds TIP The odometer will lock at 99999 The tripmeters will reset and continue counting after 9999 9 is reache...

Page 38: ...der CLOCK HOUR CLOCK To set the clock 1 Set the display to the clock 2 Push both the SELECT button and RESET button for three seconds The hour digits will start flashing 3 Push the RESET button to set the hours 4 Push the SELECT button and the mi nute digits will start flashing 5 Push the RESET button to set the minu tes 6 Push the SELECT button and then re lease it to start the clock 1 SELECT but...

Page 39: ...nd if the voltage is above 16 volts HI is displayed NOTICE ECB02050 If the voltage display indicates LO or HI there may be trouble with the battery charging circuit or the battery may be faulty If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the vehicle 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...

Page 40: ...ice for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in any of those cir cuits 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 ...

Page 41: ...tended period of time The battery may discharge to the point that the electric starter will not have enough power to crank the engine If this should happen remove the battery and re charge it EBU31401 On Command drive knob 2WD 4WD DIFF LOCK Stop the vehicle and move the On Command drive knob to change from two wheel drive four wheel four wheel drive with differential 1 Light switch L H 1 L H L H 1...

Page 42: ...ar locked Power is supplied to the front and rear wheels with the differen tial gear locked Unlike standard four wheel drive all wheels turn at the same speed re gardless of traction EBU31412 Accelerator pedal Press the accelerator pedal to increase en gine speed Spring tension returns the pedal to the rest position when released Always check that the accelerator pedal returns nor mally before sta...

Page 43: ... To set the parking brake pull the parking brake lever rearward completely To release the parking brake pull rearward on the lever and press the release button and then push the lever all the way forward TIP Spring tension helps return the lever to the released position 1 Brake pedal 1 1 Parking brake lever 2 Release button 1 2 UB5F70E0 book Page 13 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 44: ... is used to shift the transmission into the low high neutral and reverse positions See page 6 3 EBU31450 Fuel tank cap To open Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun terclockwise To close Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clock wise 1 Drive select lever 1 1 Fuel tank cap 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 14 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 45: ...ve the seat cush ion by pulling it up from the front To install a seat cushion insert the hooks on the rear of the seat cushion under the seat frame and then insert the projection on the front of the cushion into the grommet by pushing down Make sure the seats are prop erly secured before starting off WARNING A loose seat could cause the operator to lose control or cause the operator or pas senger...

Page 46: ... preference Adjust the driver seat position as follows 1 Remove the driver seat cushion See the previous section Seats 2 Remove the bolts 3 Move the seat frame to the desired posi tion and align the bolt holes in the seat frame with the bolt holes in the vehicle frame 1 Bolt 1 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 16 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 47: ...ts properly while rid ing in the vehicle See page 7 5 TIP If the vehicle is driven without the driver seat belt fastened a buzzer will sound If the vehicle is driven without the driver seat belt fastened engine power will be lim ited Tightening torque Driver seat bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft UB5F70E0 book Page 17 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 48: ...oning material EBU34761 Storage compartments There are storage compartments located in the dashboard under the right passenger seat and under the driver seat for YX70MPSJ To access an underseat storage compartment remove the seat cushion See page 4 15 When storing any documents in the storage compartments be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet When washing the vehicle ...

Page 49: ...e compartment under the driver seat remove the storage compart ment cover by turning it counterclockwise WARNING Fuel vapors can be a fire or ex plosion hazard To avoid injury or death never store fuel or flammable liquids in this storage compartment EWB03230 NOTICE Do not exceed the specified maximum load limit for this storage compartment ECB02090 1 Storage compartment 1 1 Storage compartment 1 ...

Page 50: ...ly close the cap of any plastic bottle before placing it in a cup holder Some plastic bottles may not fit into the cup holders depending on their size and shape WARNING EWB03240 Never ride with any open or glass con tainers in the cup holders otherwise the contents may spill and the glass contain 1 Storage compartment cover Maximum load limit Storage compartment under the driver seat 4 5 kg 10 lb ...

Page 51: ...t and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an ac cident EBU31530 Cargo bed WARNING EWB03250 Never carry passengers in the cargo bed Do not exceed the specified maximum load limits Heavier cargo could cause loss of control because of improper weight balance There are four cargo hooks in the cargo bed 1 Cup holder 1 1 1 Tailgate 2 Cargo hook 3 Cargo bed 1 3 2 2 UB5F70E0 boo...

Page 52: ... Unhook the latches and then lower the tail gate To close Lift the tailgate to the original position and then hook the latches Lifting and lowering the cargo bed To lift Pull up the cargo bed release lever on the left or right side of the vehicle and then slowly lift up the cargo bed until it stops Maximum load limit 272 0 kg 600 lb 1 Tailgate 2 Latch 2 1 1 Cargo bed release lever 1 UB5F70E0 book ...

Page 53: ...ith or attempt to open the cylinder assemblies Do not subject the shock absorber as semblies to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to explode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinders in any way Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber assembly yourself Take the shock absorb...

Page 54: ...or smartphone charger can be used when the engine is running and the headlights are off 1 Start the engine See page 6 2 2 Turn the headlights off See page 4 11 1 Trailer hitch bracket 2 Receiver 2 1 1 Auxiliary DC jack cap 2 Auxiliary DC jack Auxiliary DC jack maximum capacity 10 A 120 W 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 24 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 55: ... is not being used cover it with the cap NOTICE ECB02250 Do not use accessories requiring more than the stated maximum capacity Do ing so may overload the circuit and cau se the fuse to blow If accessories are used without the en gine running the battery may discharge Do not use an automotive cigarette light er or other accessories with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be dam aged UB5F70E...

Page 56: ... vehicle if you find any problem If a problem can not be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM ROUTINE PAGE Brakes Check operation free play fluid level and fluid leakage Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary 5 3 8 33 8 38 Parking brake Check for proper operation condition and f...

Page 57: ...tion and belt wear 5 7 Passenger handhold Check for stability and proper fastening 5 7 7 8 Steering Check for proper operation 5 7 Fittings and fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners 5 8 Instruments lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary 5 8 8 50 8 52 8 53 Wheels and tires Check tire pressure and for wear and damage 5 8 8 41 8 42 Axle boots Check for damage 8 22 ITEM ROUT...

Page 58: ... page 8 35 Brake fluid leakage Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir Apply the brakes firmly for one minute If there is any leakage have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer Brake operation Check the operation of the brakes at the start of every drive Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are work ing properl...

Page 59: ...mmediately 4 Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed se curely WARNING EWB02532 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause inju ry 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 immediately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and water If gasoline spills on you...

Page 60: ... Keep fuel dispenser nozzle in contact with container inlet when fill ing WARNING Never refill a fuel container in the bed of any vehicle Fire may result from a build up of static electricity The discharge of this build up while refueling can cause a spark and ignite the gasoline EWB03270 EBU31750 Engine oil Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level Add oil as necessary See page 8 11 NOTI...

Page 61: ...evel up to maximum level mark If coolant is not avail able add distilled water Change the coolant every two years See page 8 21 NOTICE ECB02120 Hard water or salt water is harmful to the engine You may use soft water if you can not get distilled water EBU36020 Final gear Make sure there is no oil leaking from the final gear case EBU36030 Differential gear Make sure there is no oil leaking from the...

Page 62: ...ealer repair as necessary for proper operation A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or death in a crash To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have them in spected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible EBU31810 Passenger hand...

Page 63: ...ntrol cables can freeze in cold weather and you could be unable to control the vehicle EWB03280 EBU33053 Tires Check tire pressure regularly to make sure it is at the recommended specifications Also check for wear and damage Tire pressure Use the tire pressure gauge to check and ad just tire pressures when the tires are cold Tire pressures must be equal on both sides WARNING Operation of this vehi...

Page 64: ... 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Rear Recommended 100 0 kPa 1 000 kgf cm 15 psi Front Minimum 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear Minimum 95 0 kPa 0 950 kgf cm 14 psi Vehicle load of 300 kg maximum 661 lb maximum Front Recommended 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Rear Recommended 125 0 kPa 1 250 kgf cm 18 psi Front Minimum 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear Minimum 120 0 kPa 1 200 kgf cm 17 psi Maximum vehicle load ...

Page 65: ...5 10 5 1 Tire wear limit 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 10 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 66: ...s parts in the engine wear and polish them selves to achieve the correct operating clear ances During this period prolonged full throttle op eration or any condition that might result in excessive engine heating must be avoided However momentary 2 3 seconds maxi mum full throttle operation under load does not harm the engine Each full throttle acceleration sequence should be followed with a substa...

Page 67: ...on the neutral indicator light should come on If the neutral indi cator light does not come on ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the electric circuit The engine can be started in any gear if the brake pedal is applied However it is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine 4 With your foot off the accelerator pedal start the engine by turning the key to start If the engine fails to...

Page 68: ...idle speed Damage to the engine or drive train may occur Shifting neutral to high and high to low 1 Stop the vehicle and take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 Apply the brake pedal then shift by mov ing the drive select lever along the shift guide Make sure that the drive select le ver is completely shifted into position 3 Release the parking brake if applied 4 Release the brake pedal and pre...

Page 69: ...t gui de When in reverse the reverse indicator light should be on If the light does not come on ask a Yamaha dealer to in spect the reverse indicator light electri cal circuit Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine the light may not come on until the vehicle starts moving 4 Release the parking brake if applied 5 Check behind the vehicle for people or obstacles and then release the brake ...

Page 70: ... The different drive indicators and the differential gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK come on as follows Knob position Indication Drive mode No indicator light 2WD two wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear wheels 4WD four wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels DIFF LOCK four wheel drive with the differential gear locked Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels and ...

Page 71: ...cator light are flashing turning the steering wheel back and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage or disengage Driving with the differential gear not properly engaged or disengaged e g when the indicator and indicator light are flashing will cause the vehicle speed to be limited until the differential gear is completely engaged or disengaged UB5F70E0 book Page 6 Monday March 27 201...

Page 72: ...n overturn or other accident Do not exceed the Maximum Loading Limits for the vehicle see MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT in this section and ve hicle labeling Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side and as low and as far for ward as possible Top heavy loads in crease the risk of overturn Be sure cargo is secured a loose load could change handling unexpectedly or strike occupants Do not exceed th...

Page 73: ...ow gear whenever you are carrying heavier loads or when towing a trailer WARNING EWB03320 Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in crease the risk of loss of control an over turn or other accident To reduce the risk of an accident Reduce speed operate in low gear only and allow more room to stop A heavier vehicle takes longer to stop Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose terrain carefully Use extr...

Page 74: ...tions for that product and only attach to the hitch or hitch bracket of the Viking WARNING Improperly pulling can cause serious injury or death Never ex ceed the pulling load limit of the Viking Avoid pulling on inclines EWB03330 Pulling objects on the ground can be more hazardous than pulling a trailer It may be dif ficult to predict how the load will affect vehicle operation That effect could al...

Page 75: ... maneu ver differently from cars ATVs go carts golf cars and grounds keeping vehicles The Viking has higher ground clearance and other features to handle rugged terrain and as a result can overturn in situations where some vehicles may not This would include vehicles made primarily for pavement roads im proved paths or grounds keeping If you do not use care in maneuvering the Viking you can cause ...

Page 76: ...ght with his her back against the backrest Do not drive after using drugs or alcohol Remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use of the machine Parents Many provinces have implemented new mo tor vehicle licensing requirements for young drivers These requirements are in response to the disproportionately high rate of crashes involving youthful drivers As with ...

Page 77: ...Do not carry any other passengers Do not carry passengers in the cargo bed Do not allow someone to ride as a passen ger who has been using drugs or alcohol Do not allow children who need child safety seats or booster seats in the Viking The seat belt is not designed to restrain auto motive child safety seats Occupant protection system WARNING EWB03350 Do not make changes to the occupant pro tectio...

Page 78: ... not protect occupants in all rollovers or accidents Body parts outside of vehicle can be struck by passing objects or crushed during vehicle rollover Do not put your hands or feet outside of the vehicle for any reason Do not hold onto the door cage frame or shoulder bolster Wear your seat belt and helmet If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll do not put your hands or feet outside t...

Page 79: ...vehicle the protective structure or oth er objects in an accident or during operation You may also fall completely out or be partial ly ejected from the vehicle which may lead to being crushed between the ground and the vehicle Wearing the seat belt helps you re main in the vehicle the doors and passenger handhold are not a substitute for using a seat belt A crash can damage the restraint systems ...

Page 80: ...squeeze the latch plate ends together along its long edges in order to more eas ily adjust its location up or down along the length of the belt 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 4 Put the lap portion of the belt low on your hips Pull up on the shoulder part so the belt is snug across your hips Be sure the seat belt is not ca...

Page 81: ...lot as shown To raise the belt remove the belt from the height adjuster slot 7 To release the buckle firmly press the re lease button Doors The doors are designed to reduce the likeli hood that you will stick your leg out to stop the vehicle from tipping over or for any other reason in a rollover The doors may also re duce intrusion of objects into the occupant area Make sure the door is securely ...

Page 82: ... position and balance Holding onto the handhold helps to reduce the likelihood that the pas sengers put a hand outside the vehicle if the vehicle begins to tip The driver should make sure the passengers are holding onto the handhold with both hands before operating the vehicle Adjusting the handhold position The handhold can be adjusted to one of three positions to suit the passengers preference U...

Page 83: ...e holes in the handhold bar with the holes in the handhold supports 3 Insert the pins into the holes and secure them with the wire loops Make sure that the handhold is properly secured before starting off 1 Passenger handhold 2 Locking pin 1 2 1 Handhold bar 2 Handhold support 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 9 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 84: ...oorboard allows you to brace your feet which helps you keep your body in the vehicle in the event of an accident or rollover Keep your feet on the floorboard during operation Steering wheel Keep both hands on the steering wheel Do not hold the steering wheel with your thumbs inside the rim Keep your palms on the out side of the steering wheel Similar to other off road vehicles if the Viking hits a...

Page 85: ...quick motion could injure your thumbs or wrist if your thumbs or hand s are inside the steering wheel Grip the steering wheel so that your thumbs will not be hit by the spokes As an example see the illustration CORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE INCORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE UB5F70E0 book Page 11 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 86: ...juries if any part of you is outside the vehicle cage frame pro tective structure during a rollover Help protect you if outside objects intrude inside the vehicle during operation Help protect you in the event of vehicle im pact with an obstacle Wear eye protection when operating or riding in the vehicle to reduce the risk of a serious accident or injury Eye protection such as a face shield or gog...

Page 87: ...rn Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your vehicle Remember driving aggres sively or making abrupt maneuvers even on flat open areas can cause side rollovers Become familiar with the way the vehicle feels in low and high ranges first in two wheel drive 2WD and then in four wheel drive 4WD and four wheel drive with the differen tial locked DIFF LOCK Steering...

Page 88: ...if you feel the back of the vehicle start to slide to your right steer to the right If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll keep your body completely inside the protective structure of the vehicle Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel or passenger handhold Do not put your hands or feet outside of the vehicle for any r...

Page 89: ...gh loose or slippery surfaces Engine braking Engine compression braking is designed to assist you when operating your Viking off road With this feature the engine helps slow the vehicle down after you take your foot off the accelerator Engine braking is more no ticeable in four wheel drive Application of ve hicle brakes provides additional stopping power Leaving the vehicle Do not get out of the v...

Page 90: ...l 2 Put the vehicle in DIFF LOCK 3 Turn the key to off 4 With the brake pedal applied set the parking brake 5 Block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Loading The total weight of operator passengers ac cessories cargo trailer tongue weight and the vehicle itself must not exceed 1080 kg 2381 lb Vehicle loading can affect handling See Loading on page 6 7 EBU31990 Operation on diff...

Page 91: ... sense and remember that some hills are too steep for you to climb or descend Use proper driving techniques to avoid rearward for ward or sideways rollovers on hills and slopes Drive straight up and down inclines not across them If crossing a hill is unavoidable drive slowly Turn downhill immediately if you feel the vehicle may tip If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or roll Brace yourself by...

Page 92: ...to stop Do not at tempt to turn the vehicle around With your foot on the brake pedal look behind you and plan your descent Shift the drive select lever into reverse so you can use engine braking to slow your descent Release the brake and be gin to coast down the hill Use engine braking as much as possible gently applying the brakes when necessary Downhill Check the terrain carefully before going d...

Page 93: ... vehicle airborne as injury loss of control and damage to the vehicle could occur Pavement This vehicle is designed for off road use only Avoid paved surfaces Turn gradually and go slowly if you must drive on pavement Water If you must cross shallow slow moving water up to the depth of the vehicle s floorboard choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop offs large rocks or slippery surfaces tha...

Page 94: ...brupt ma neuvers If you feel the vehicle begin to slide sideways or fishtail during a turn steer into the direction of the slide if possible to regain directional control For example if you feel the back of the vehicle start to slide to your right steer to the right Brush or wooded areas When operating in areas with brush or trees watch carefully on both sides and above the vehicle for obstacles s...

Page 95: ... the area thoroughly Look from both your approach side and exit side If you believe you can continue safely choose the path that will allow you to get over the ob stacle and at as close to a right angle as pos sible to minimize vehicle tipping Go only fast enough to maintain your momentum but still give yourself plenty of time to react to chang es in conditions If there is any question about your ...

Page 96: ...while using the ve hicle If you are not familiar with vehicle service have a Yamaha dealer perform the service WARNING EWB02563 Turn off the engine when performing main tenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury burns fire ...

Page 97: ...service information included in this man ual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor repairs The tools provided in the owner s tool kit are sufficient for this purpose except that a torque wrench is also necessary to properly tighten nuts and bolts 1 Owner s manual 1 1 Owner s tool kit 2 Tire pressure gauge 1 2 UB...

Page 98: ...t have a torque wrench available during a service operation requiring one take your vehicle to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them as neces sary UB5F70E0 book Page 3 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 99: ...omes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1200 750 2400 1500 2400 1500 4800 3000 hours 20 75 150 150 300 1 Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust if necessary 3 Spark plug Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace if necessary 4 Breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 5 Exhaust system Check ...

Page 100: ...hose for damage Replace any damaged parts if necessary 7 Spark arrester Clean NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1200 750 2400 1500 2400 1500 4800 3000 hours 20 75 150 150 300 UB5F70E0 book Page 5 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 101: ...cessary Every 20 40 hours more often in wet or dusty areas 3 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 4 Engine oil filter cartridge Replace 5 Final gear oil Dif ferential gear oil Check oil level and for leakage Change 6 Front brake Check operation brake pad wear fluid leak age see page 8 8 Correct if necessary Replace pads if worn to the limit 7 Rear brake Check operation brake pad wear flui...

Page 102: ... bearings Check bearing assemblies for loose ness damage Replace if damaged 14 Front and rear suspension Check operation and for oil leakage Correct if necessary 15 Steering system Check operation and for looseness Replace if damaged Check toe in Adjust if necessary 16 Stabilizer bushes Check for cracks or other damage and re place if necessary NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first ...

Page 103: ...ase 18 Drive shaft uni versal joint Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 19 Engine mount Check for cracks or damage Check bolt tightness 20 Front and rear axle boots Check for cracks or other damage and re place if necessary 21 Fittings and fas teners Check all chassis fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 20...

Page 104: ...rs replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged UB5F70E0 book Page 9 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 105: ...2340 Hood To remove 1 Pull the tab on each hood lock up and then turn the hood locks 1 4 turn clock wise 2 Remove the hood 1 Tab 1 1 Tab 2 Hood lock 1 Hood 1 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 10 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 106: ...before each operation In addition change the oil and the oil filter car tridge at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Check the engine oil level on a cold en gine TIP If the engine was started before checking the oil level be sure to warm up the engine suffi ciently and then wait at least 10...

Page 107: ...m level marks 6 If the engine oil is at or below the mini mum level mark remove the right rear panel by removing the quick fastener screws and bolts and then add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level 1 Engine oil dipstick 1 1 Maximum level mark 2 Minimum level mark 3 Oil filler hole 1 2 3 UB5F70E0 book Page 12 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 108: ...al minutes and then turn it off 3 Lift the cargo bed up See page 4 22 for cargo bed lifting and lowering proce dures 4 Remove the right rear panel by removing the quick fastener screws and bolts 5 Place an oil pan under the engine to col lect the used oil and then remove the dipstick 6 Remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crank case 1 Right rear panel 2 Quick f...

Page 109: ... tridge If the O ring remains attached to the crankcase oil leakage may occur TIP An oil filter wrench is available from a Yamaha dealer 8 Apply a light coat of clean engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge TIP Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 1 Engine oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Oil filter wrench 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 14 Monday March 27 2017 ...

Page 110: ...et and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 11 Refill with the specified amount of recom mended engine oil and then insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler hole 1 O ring Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 N m 1 7 kgf m 13 lb ft 1 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 30 N m 3 0 kgf m 22 lb ft 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 15 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 111: ...age If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 13 Turn the engine off wait at least 10 minu tes and then check the oil level and cor rect it if necessary 14 Install the right rear panel by installing the bolts and the quick fastener screws 15 Lower the cargo bed EBU36050 Final gear oil Check the oil level and change the final gear oil at the intervals specified in th...

Page 112: ...ket for damage and re place it if necessary 5 Install the oil filler bolt and its gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque Changing the final gear oil 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Place an oil pan under the final gear case to collect the used oil 3 Remove the final gear oil filler bolt the fi nal gear oil drain bolt and their gasket to drain the oil 1 Final gear oil 2 Ga...

Page 113: ...may be used instead 6 Check the oil filler bolt gasket for dam age and replace it if necessary 7 Install the oil filler bolt and its gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 8 Check for oil leakage If oil leakage is found check for the cause 1 Final gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket Tightening torque Final gear oil drain bolt 22 N m 2 2 kgf m 16 lb ft 2 1 Recommended oil SAE 80 API GL 4...

Page 114: ...It should be up to the brim of the filler hole 3 If the level is low add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the specified level NOTICE Be sure no for eign material enters the differential gear case ECB00412 4 Check the gasket for damage and re place it if necessary 5 Install the differential gear oil filler bolt and its gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 1 ...

Page 115: ...tial gear case with the recommended oil NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the differential gear case ECB00412 TIP GL 4 is a quality and additive rating GL 5 rated hypoid gear oils may also be used If desired an SAE 80W 90 hypoid gear oil may be used instead Tightening torque Differential gear oil filler bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft 1 Differential gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 Tighteni...

Page 116: ...hicle on a level surface 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold as the coolant level varies with engine tempera ture TIP The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 3 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove the coolant reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark install the reservoir cap Tightening torque Differe...

Page 117: ...an is automatically switched on or off according to the coolant temperature in the radiator NOTICE ECB02260 Mix antifreeze with distilled water only However if distilled water is not available soft water may be used for refilling If your vehicle overheats see page 8 57 for instructions EBU32400 Axle boots Check the axle boots for holes or tears If any damage is found have them replaced by a Yamaha...

Page 118: ...page 4 22 for cargo bed lifting and lowering proce dures 2 Remove the spark plug cap 3 Use the spark plug wrench in the tool kit to remove the spark plug as shown 1 Rear axle boot 1 1 1 Spark plug cap 1 Spark plug wrench 1 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 23 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 119: ...mes ex cessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive you should replace the spark plug with the specified plug Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thick ness gauge and if necessary adjust the gap to specification Installation 1 Clean the surface of the spark plug gas ket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 2 Install the spark plug and tighten i...

Page 120: ... check the air filter element rubber joint to the throttle body and manifold fittings for an airtight seal Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the engine NOTICE ECB02270 Never operate the engine with the air filter element removed Doing so would allow unfiltered air to enter causing rapid en gine wear and possible engine damage Additionally the fuel in...

Page 121: ...ove the air filter case cover by un hooking the snap holders and then rotat ing the cover up and pulling it away from the pivot holders in the back 1 Rubber damper 2 Bolt 1 2 2 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Cover A 3 Cover B 2 3 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 26 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 122: ...t 6 While pushing the projections on the air filter frame inward remove the air filter el ement holder 1 Snap holder 2 Air filter case cover 3 Pivot holder 2 3 3 1 1 1 Air filter element 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 27 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 123: ...lean the air fil ter element can cause a fire or explo sion which could lead to serious injury EWB03360 9 Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material NOTICE Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 1 Air filter element holder 2 Projection 1 2 1 Air filter element holder 2 Sponge material 3 Air filter frame 3 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 28 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 124: ...Thoroughly apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality liquid foam air filter oil not spray type to the sponge material The sponge material should be wet but not dripping 14 Pull the sponge material over its frame 15 Install the air filter element holder 16 Install the air filter element 17 Install the air filter case cover by fitting the pivot holders onto the projections on the air filter ...

Page 125: ...tall the seat by installing the bolts and then tighten the bolts to the specified torque 20 Place the rubber damper in the original position and then install the center seat cushion 1 Cover A 1 1 Cover B Tightening torque Center seat bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 30 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 126: ...ter case EBU32441 V belt case drain plug The V belt case drain plug is located under the cargo bed See page 4 22 for cargo bed lifting and lowering procedures After operating in water deep enough to allow water to enter the V belt case remove the drain plug to drain any water from the case If water drains from the V belt case after re moving the drain plug have a Yamaha dealer inspect the vehicle ...

Page 127: ...ot start the engine while cleaning the ex haust system 1 Remove the tailpipe bolts 2 Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the muffler and then remove the gasket 3 Tap the tailpipe lightly and then use a wire brush to remove any carbon depos its from the spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing 1 V belt case drain plug 1 1 Tailpipe bolt 1 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 32...

Page 128: ...ust be adjusted regularly This adjust ment however should be left to a professional Yamaha service technician EBU32470 Brakes Replacement of brake components requires professional knowledge Brake service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB02572 Operating with improperly serviced or ad justed brakes could lead to a loss in brak ing ability and an accident 1 Gasket 2 Spark arrester 3 ...

Page 129: ...er replace the brake pads as a set The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads See pages 8 41 8 42 for wheel removal and installation procedures EBU32490 Checking the parking brake pads Each brake pad is provided with a wear indi cator groove which allows you to check the brake pad wear without having to disassem ble the brake If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator ...

Page 130: ...ir level Replenish the brake fluid if necessary WARNING EWB02721 Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability Observe these precau tions Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system reducing brak ing performance 1 Brake pad wear indicator groove 1 1 Minimum level mark Specified brake fluid DOT 4 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 35 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 131: ...an up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the vehicle before any further operati...

Page 132: ...ve a Yamaha dealer check the brake system if necessary EBU32540 Parking brake lever free play adjust ment Periodically check the parking brake lever free play and adjust it if necessary 1 Shift the drive select lever into low gear L 2 Check the parking brake lever free play The maximum free play is equal to one click of the parking brake lever If neces sary adjust the free play as follows 3 Releas...

Page 133: ...h is activated by the brake pedal is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on just before braking takes effect If necessary adjust the brake light switch as follows Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in place To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in di rection a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b 1 Ru...

Page 134: ...e ends If the cables do not operate smoothly ask a Yamaha dealer to re place them EBU32570 Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lu brication Lubricate the pivoting parts EBU32582 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 replace the stabilizer bushes if nec...

Page 135: ...ght Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots with a grease gun EBU32600 Steering shaft lubrication Lubricate the pivot points Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease UB5F70E0 book Page 40 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 136: ...e the same size and type of tires recommended in this owner s manual The tires that came with your Yamaha Viking were designed to match the performance capabili ties and to provide the best combination of handling braking and comfort It is best to replace all four tires at the same time If that is not possible you must replace the tires in 1 Wheel nut 1 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 41 Monday March 27 2017...

Page 137: ...ing Corporation of America for this model EBU33031 Wheel installation 1 Install the wheel and the nuts TIP For YX70MPJ be sure to install the nuts with their tapered side towards the wheel YX70MPJ 2 Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is on the ground 3 Tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross pattern to the specified torque Front tire Size 25 x 8 12NHS Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU09 Rear tire Size ...

Page 138: ...d re charge it as soon as possible WARNING EWB03410 Avoid battery contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield eyes when working near batteries Keep out of reach of children You could be poisoned or severely burned by the sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte In case of accidental contact with battery electrolyte EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with mi...

Page 139: ...y to off 2 Remove the hood See page 8 10 3 Remove the air intake duct panel by re moving the quick fastener screws 4 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead NOTICE When removing the battery the main switch must be off and the negative lead must be disconnected before the positive lead ECB01002 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Air intake duct panel 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 4...

Page 140: ...with optional electrical accesso ries NOTICE ECB00933 To charge a VRLA valve regulated lead acid battery a special battery charger is required Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery To store the battery If the vehicle 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 tw...

Page 141: ...ery bands 3 Connect the positive battery lead by in stalling its bolt and cover then connect the negative battery lead NOTICE When installing the battery the main switch must be off and the positive lead must be connected before the negative lead ECB01111 4 Install the air intake duct panel by install ing the quick fastener screws 5 Install the hood TIP Make sure the battery leads are installed as...

Page 142: ...o not reverse the polarity of the jumper cables when connecting to the batteries 1 Turn the key to off 2 Remove the hood See page 8 10 3 Using a charged 12 volt battery connect the positive lead of the jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery in the vehicle and the other end of the positive lead to the positive terminal of the charged battery 4 Connect the negative lead of the jumper c...

Page 143: ...he charged battery and the battery in the vehicle 7 Install the hood EBU32661 Fuse replacement The fuses are located under the hood If an electrical problem is suspected check the fuses and replace if necessary General layout 1 Jumper cable negative lead 1 1 Fuse box 2 Main fuse 3 EPS fuse 4 Fuel injection system fuse 5 Fuel injection system spare fuse 1 3 2 4 5 UB5F70E0 book Page 48 Monday March ...

Page 144: ...ARNING Always use a fuse of the specified amperage Never use any material in place of the proper fuse Using an improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system and may lead to a fire EWB03440 1 Backup fuse BACK UP for clock 2 Ignition fuse IGNITION 3 Four wheel drive motor fuse DIFF 4 Auxiliary DC jack fuse TERMINAL 5 Signaling system fuse SIGNAL 6 Headlight fuse HEAD 7 Spare fuse 8 Radiato...

Page 145: ...replace it as fol lows 1 Remove the cover at the rear of the head light by pulling it off 2 Remove the headlight bulb cover by pull ing it off Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan motor fuse 25 0 A Backup fuse 10 0 A EPS...

Page 146: ...lace a new headlight bulb into position and then secure it with the bulb holder NOTICE Do not touch the glass part of the bulb Oil from your fingers or other contamination will adversely affect the transparency of the glass luminosity of the bulb and bulb life Thoroughly 1 Headlight bulb cover 1 Headlight coupler 1 1 1 Headlight bulb holder 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 51 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 147: ...bulb holder and seated properly ECB02210 9 Adjust the headlight beam if necessary EBU32681 Headlight beam adjustment NOTICE ECB00691 It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment To raise the beam turn the headlight beam adjusting screw in direction a To lower the beam turn the headlight beam adjusting screw in direction b 1 Do not touch the glass part of the bulb 1 1 Headlight beam...

Page 148: ... A if replacing the left tail brake light bulb or panel B if replac ing the right tail brake light bulb by re moving the quick fastener screws nuts and bolts 1 Panel A 1 1 Panel B 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Panel front bolt and panel nut 3 Panel rear bolt 4 Panel A 1 3 4 2 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 53 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 149: ...n the panel nuts and the panel rear bolt to the specified torques EBU32700 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha vehicles receive an inspec tion before shipment from the factory trouble may occur during operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems can cause poor starting and loss of power The troubleshooting chart describes a quick easy procedure for making checks If your vehicle re...

Page 150: ...ey are often inferior Consequently they have a shorter service life and can lead to ex pensive repair bills WARNING EWB03450 When checking the fuel system do not smoke and make sure there are no open flames or sparks in the area including pilot lights from water heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or explode causing severe injury or property damage UB5F70E0 book Page 55 Mond...

Page 151: ...Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove 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 vehicle The engine does not start Check the compression Operate the electric starter 2 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly The battery is good Dry Wet Operate the el...

Page 152: ...commended coolant as soon as possible The engine will tend to overheat if the radiator is caked with mud or if air was not properly bled from the cooling system Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir and or radiator Level is OK Level is low check the cooling system for leakage No leakage Leakage Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the cooling system...

Page 153: ...brakes several times at slow speeds to let friction dry the brakes Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability in creasing the chance of an accident EWB03471 NOTICE Excessive water pres sure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electri cal devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such ...

Page 154: ...ehi cle After thoroughly cleaning the vehicle prepare for storage as follows 1 Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add the specified amount of Fuel Med Rx available from your Yamaha dealer or equivalent product Follow the instruc tions on the product label Operate the vehicle for at least 5 minutes to distribute treated fuel through the fuel system 2 Remove the spark plug and pour one ta blespo...

Page 155: ... and charge it Store it in a dry place and recharge it once a month Do not store the battery in an ex cessively warm or cold place more than 30 C 90 F or less than 0 C 32 F Use of Fuel Med Rx or another high quality fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult a Yamaha dealer if the fuel system needs to be drained UB5F70E0 book Page 3 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 156: ...MPSJ Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke SOHC Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder Displacement 686 cm Bore stroke 102 0 84 0 mm 4 02 3 31 in Compression ratio 10 0 1 Starting system Electric starter Lubrication system Wet sump Engine oil Recommended brand YAMALUBE Type SAE 5W 30 10W 30 10W 40 15W 40 20W 40 or 20W 50 Recommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA...

Page 157: ...2 74 L 2 90 US qt 2 41 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 36 7 L 9 69 US gal 8 07 Imp gal Fuel injection Throttle body ID mark 1XD1 00 Spark plug s Manufacturer model NGK CPR7EA 9 Spark plug gap 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in Clutch Clutch type Wet centrifugal automatic Transmission Secondary reduction system Shaft dr...

Page 158: ...100 0 kPa 1 000 kgf cm 15 psi Vehicle load 300 kg maximum 661 lb maximum Front 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Rear 125 0 kPa 1 250 kgf cm 18 psi Minimum Vehicle load 0 300 kg 0 661 lb Front 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear 95 0 kPa 0 950 kgf cm 14 psi Vehicle load 300 kg maximum 661 lb maximum Front 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear 120 0 kPa 1 200 kgf cm 17 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel YX...

Page 159: ...n Electrical system Ignition system TCI Charging system AC magneto Battery Model U1 H11L Voltage capacity 12 V 28 0 Ah Headlight s Bulb type Halogen bulb Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 35 0 35 0 W 2 Tail brake light 12 V 5 0 21 0 W 2 Neutral indicator light LED Reverse indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Park indicator light LED ...

Page 160: ...l injection system fuse 10 0 A EPS fuse 40 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 0 A Backup fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan motor fuse 25 0 A UB5F70E0 book Page 5 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 161: ...ference in case the vehicle is stolen KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU32790 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped on the key as shown in the following illustration This number can be used for ordering a new key EBU32800 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame 1 Key iden...

Page 162: ...ll be needed to order spare parts from your Yamaha dealer EBU32820 Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Information la bel is affixed at the location in the illustration This label shows specifications related to ex haust emissions as required by federal law state law and Environment Canada 1 Vehicle identification number 1 1 Model label 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 2 Mo...

Page 163: ...11 3 11 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 UB5F70E0 book Page 3 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

Page 164: ...ously manufactured The warranty set forth in Section A may be transferred to any subsequent owner provided that the period of warranty has not expired and that the CUSTOMER has complied with all terms and conditions of this warranty The subsequent owner has the responsibility for ensuring that a change of registration is sent to YAMAHA at the time of such transfer of ownership This transfer MUST b...

Page 165: ...essed or implied including any warranty of performance merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on the part of YAMAHA and any other obligation or liability on behalf of YAMAHA and the above warranty constitutes your sole remedy and the full liability of YAMAHA In no event shall YAMAHA be liable for special incidental or consequential damages howsoever caused whether by negligence or oth...

Page 166: ...rential gear lock indicator light 4 3 Differential gear oil Periodic maintenance 8 19 Differential gear Pre operation check 5 6 Doors 4 15 Driver seat position 4 16 Drive select lever 4 14 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving 6 3 Drivetrain icon 4 3 E Engine break in 6 1 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge Periodic maintenance 8 11 Engine oil Pre operation check 5 5 Engine trouble warn...

Page 167: ...nger handhold Pre operation check 5 7 R Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication 8 40 Reverse indicator light 4 3 S Safety information 2 1 Seat belt indicator light 4 5 Seat belts 4 17 Seat belts Pre operation check 5 7 Seats 4 15 Spark arrester cleaning 8 32 Spark plug inspecting 8 23 Specifications 10 1 Stabilizer bushes checking 8 39 Starting the engine 6 2 Steering Pre operation check 5 ...

Page 168: ...12 3 12 W Warranty 11 4 Wheel installation 8 42 Wheel removal 8 41 UB5F70E0 book Page 3 Monday March 27 2017 3 05 PM ...

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