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OPERATION .................................................. 6-1

Starting a cold engine ................................ 6-1
Starting a warm engine .............................. 6-3
Operating the drive select lever and

driving in reverse ...................................... 6-3

Engine break-in  .......................................... 6-5
Parking ....................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope  ..................................... 6-5
Accessories and loading  ............................ 6-6

RIDING YOUR ATV ...................................... 7-1

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV............... 7-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD

JUDGEMENT............................................ 7-2

BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE............. 7-9
TURNING YOUR ATV .............................. 7-12
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-14
RIDING DOWNHILL.................................. 7-17
CROSSING A SLOPE............................... 7-18
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW

WATER ................................................... 7-19

RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ........... 7-22
SLIDING AND SKIDDING......................... 7-22
WHAT TO DO IF... .................................... 7-23
WHAT TO DO... ........................................ 7-23

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ..........................................................8-1

Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................8-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication

chart ..........................................................8-3

Removing and installing cowlings and

panels .......................................................8-8

system cable ...........................................8-37

Checking the front and rear brake pads ...8-37
Checking the brake fluid level ...................8-38
Changing the brake fluid ...........................8-39
Checking the front brake lever free play ...8-40

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Summary of Contents for WOLVERINE YFM45FXW

Page 1: ...YFM45FXW OWNER S MANUAL MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO 3C2 F8199 61 DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...PRINTED IN USA 2006 07 0 3 1 CR E F S YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD DIC183 ...

Page 3: ...OWNER S MANUAL YFM45FXW 3C2 F8199 61 E0 U3C261E0 book Page 1 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 4: ...U3C261E0 book Page 2 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 5: ...rmation 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 UNDER STAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS PAY CLOSE ...

Page 6: ...change without notice The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the ATV operator a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the ATV A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the ATV A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or ...

Page 7: ...ace paved street paved road or motorway Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17410 YFM45FXW OWNER S MANUAL 2006 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition June 2006 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 U3C261E0 book Page 1 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 P...

Page 8: ...rear brake lever 4 7 Drive select lever 4 8 Fuel tank cap 4 8 Fuel 4 9 Fuel cock 4 10 Starter choke 4 11 Seat 4 12 Storage compartment 4 13 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies 4 14 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly 4 15 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 5 1 Pre operation check list 5 1 Fuel 5 3 Engine oil 5 3 Final gear oil 5 3 Differential gear oil 5 3 Coolant 5 3 Front and rear brakes 5 4 ...

Page 9: ...manual and tool kit 8 1 Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 8 3 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 8 8 Checking the spark plug 8 14 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 16 Final gear oil 8 21 Changing the differential gear oil 8 23 Coolant 8 25 Cleaning the air filter element 8 30 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 32 V belt cooling duct check hose 8 34 V belt case drain plug 8 34 Adju...

Page 10: ...gs 8 45 Lubricating the drive shaft universal joint 8 45 Lubricating the steering shaft 8 45 Battery 8 45 Replacing a fuse 8 47 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 49 Adjusting a headlight beam 8 51 Replacing the tail brake light bulb 8 51 Removing a wheel 8 52 Installing a wheel 8 53 Troubleshooting 8 54 Troubleshooting charts 8 55 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CO...

Page 11: ...hild if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways park ing lots and paved streets Never operate an ATV on any paved street paved road or motorway Watch carefully for other vehicles when operat ing on unpaved public streets or roads Make sure you know your country s l...

Page 12: ...imbing 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 sur faces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly Never go over the top of a hill at high speed Always follow proper procedures for going down hills and for braking on hills as described in this manual Check the terrain carefully...

Page 13: ... Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to let friction dry out the linings Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind you when you operate in reverse When it is safe to proceed in reverse go slowly Always use the size and type of tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire pressure as de scribed in this manual Never modify an ATV thro...

Page 14: ...gasoline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes seek medical help immediately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and wa ter If gasoline spills on your clothing change your clothes WARNING EWB00070 Always operate your ATV in an area with ade quate ventilation Never start or run the engine in a closed area Exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within ...

Page 15: ...2 1 2 EBU17660 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS U3C261E0 book Page 1 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 16: ... 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 replace ment label from your Yamaha dealer U3C261E0 book Page 2 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 17: ...2 3 2 U3C261E0 book Page 3 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 18: ...ock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Oil filter cartridge 10 Coolant reservoir 11 V belt cooling duct check hose 1 Spark arrester 2 Tail brake light 3 Battery 4 Spark plug 5 Rear brake fluid reservoir 6 Radiator cap 7 Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 8 Brake light switch 9 Brake pedal 10 V belt case drain plug U3C261E0 book Page 1...

Page 19: ... shown in this manual 1 Rear brake lever 2 Left handlebar switches 3 Starter choke 4 Drive select lever 5 Main switch 6 Speedometer unit 7 Fuel tank cap 8 Front brake fluid reservoir 9 On Command four wheel drive switch 10 Front brake lever 11 Throttle lever U3C261E0 book Page 2 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 20: ... as follows ON All electrical systems are supplied with power The headlights and taillight come on when the light switch is on and the engine can be started The key cannot be removed OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be re moved 1 Main switch U3C261E0 book Page 1 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 21: ...is occurs during operation stop the engine as soon as it is safe to do so and allow it to cool down for about 10 minutes CAUTION ECB00010 The engine may overheat if the ATV is over loaded In this case reduce the load to spec ification Start the engine after making sure that the warning light is out Continuous use while the warning light is on may cause damage to the engine EBU26591 On Command four...

Page 22: ...and tripmeter modes Pushing the SELECT button switches the display between the odometer mode ODO and the trip meter mode TRIP in the following order ODO TRIP ODO To reset the tripmeter select it by pushing the SE LECT button and then push the SELECT button for at least three seconds The tripmeter can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with a full tank of fuel This information wi...

Page 23: ...rting instructions on page 6 1 prior to starting the engine EBU18151 Light switch OFF Set this switch to to turn on the low beams and the taillight Set the switch to to turn on the high beams and the taillight Set the switch to OFF to turn off all the lights CAUTION ECB00040 Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for an extended period of time oth erwise the battery may discharge to ...

Page 24: ...e indica tor comes on in the speedometer unit display To change from four wheel drive to two wheel drive stop the ATV and push the switch in to the 2WD position WARNING EWB00161 Always stop the ATV before changing from two wheel drive to four wheel drive and vice versa The ATV handles differently in two wheel drive than in four wheel drive in some circumstances Changing from two wheel drive to fou...

Page 25: ... slow down when you need to This could cause an accident Check the op eration of the throttle lever before you start the engine If the throttle does not work smoothly check for the cause Correct the problem be fore riding the ATV or consult a Yamaha dealer EBU18321 Speed limiter Your ATV was delivered with an adjustable speed limiter The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening even whe...

Page 26: ...3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in See page 8 36 EBU18391 Front brake lever The front brake lever is located on the right handle bar To apply the front brake pull the brake lever toward the handlebar grip EBU18442 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 ped...

Page 27: ...park positions See the Operating the drive select lever and driv ing in reverse section on page 6 3 for the drive se lect lever operation EBU18720 Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter clockwise 1 Brake pedal 1 Rear brake lever 1 Drive select lever U3C261E0 book Page 8 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 28: ...1 Fuel tank cap 1 Fuel level 2 Fuel tank filler tube Recommended fuel UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY For Europe Regular unleaded gasoline only with a research octane number of 91 or high er Fuel tank capacity 14 5 L 3 83 US gal 3 19 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 4 5 L 1 19 US gal 0 99 Imp gal U3C261E0 book Page 9 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 29: ...to spill fuel especially on the engine or exhaust pipe which can cause a fire and severe injury Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately Do not refuel right after the engine has been running and is still very hot Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely EBU18820 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the car buretor while also filtering it The fuel cock lever positions are explaine...

Page 30: ...he fuel cock lever to this position if you run out of fuel while riding When this occurs refuel as soon as possible and be sure to turn the fuel cock lever back to ON EBU18850 Starter choke Starting a cold engine requires a richer air fuel mix ture which is supplied by the starter choke Move the starter choke in direction a to turn on the starter choke 1 Arrow mark positioned over ON 1 Arrow mark ...

Page 31: ...choke See the Starting a cold engine section on page 6 1 for proper operation EBU26981 Seat To remove the seat Push the seat lock lever backward and pull up the seat at the rear 1 Starter choke 1 Seat 1 Seat lock lever U3C261E0 book Page 12 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 32: ...s in the storage com partment be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet When washing the ATV be careful not to let any water enter the storage compartment CAUTION ECB00130 Do not store metal or sharply edged objects like tools in the storage compartment If they must be stored wrap them in appropriate cushion material to prevent damaging the stor age compartment Do not exc...

Page 33: ...ng preload can be adjusted to suit the rid er s weight and the riding conditions Adjust the spring preload as follows Turn the adjusting ring in direction a to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspen sion and in direction b to decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension NOTE A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment 1 Storage co...

Page 34: ...as sembly The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid er s weight and the riding conditions Adjust the spring preload as follows Turn the adjusting ring in direction a to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspen sion and in direction b to decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension 1 Special wrench Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 Maximum h...

Page 35: ...obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment 1 Spring preload adjusting ring 2 Position indicator 1 Special wrench Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 Maximum hard 5 U3C261E0 book Page 16 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 36: ...nded oil to specified lev el if necessary Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 16 Final gear oil Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 21 Differential gear oil Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 23 Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir and add recommended coolant to specified level if necessary Check cooling system for leakage Correct if necessar...

Page 37: ...e sure that operation is smooth Lubricate cable and lever hous ing if necessary Check cable free play and adjust if necessary 5 5 8 36 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 8 43 Wheels and tires Check wheel condition and replace if damaged Check tire condition and tread depth Replace if necessary Check air pressure Correct if necessary 5 5 5 6 5 7 Brake pedal Mak...

Page 38: ...sary See page 8 16 EBU19590 Final gear oil Make sure that the final gear oil is at the specified level Add oil as necessary See page 8 21 EBU19600 Differential gear oil Make sure that the differential gear oil is at the specified level Add oil as necessary See page 8 23 EBU19630 Coolant Make sure that the coolant is at the specified level Add coolant as necessary See page 8 25 NOTE The coolant lev...

Page 39: ...ge Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the pipe joints or brake fluid reservoirs Apply the brakes firmly for one minute If a lever moves slow ly inward there may be a leak in the brake system If there is any leakage the brake system should be checked by a Yamaha dealer Brake operation Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are working properly If the brake...

Page 40: ...or this model Other tire combinations are not recommended Front Manufacturer model MAXXIS M937 Size AT23 x 8R12 Type Tubeless Rear Manufacturer model MAXXIS M938 Size AT23 x 10R12 Type Tubeless The tires should be set to the recommended pressure Recommended tire pressure Front 40 0 kPa 5 8 psi 0 400 kgf cm Rear 40 0 kPa 5 8 psi 0 400 kgf cm Check and adjust tire pressures when the tires are cold T...

Page 41: ...carefully EBU19820 Measuring the tire pressure Use the low pressure tire gauge NOTE The low pressure tire gauge is included as stan dard equipment Make two measurements of the tire pressure and use the second reading Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect Set the tire pressure when the tires are cold Set the tire pressures to the following specifications 1 Low pres...

Page 42: ...d switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary Recommended pressure Front 40 0 kPa 5 8 psi 0 400 kgf cm Rear 40 0 kPa 5 8 psi 0 400 kgf cm Minimum Front 37 0 kPa 5 3 psi 0 370 kgf cm Rear 37 0 kPa 5 3 psi 0 370 kgf cm Maximum Front 43 0 kPa 6 2 psi 0 430 kgf cm Rear 43 0 kPa 6 2 psi 0 430 kgf cm 1 Tire wear limit U3C261E0 book Page 7 Thursday Ju...

Page 43: ...V which could lead to an acci dent or collision CAUTION ECB00150 See the Engine break in section on page 6 5 prior to operating the engine for the first time 1 Turn the fuel cock to ON 2 Turn the main switch to ON and the engine stop switch to 3 Shift the drive select lever into the neutral or park position The corresponding indicator light should come on if it does not come on have a Yamaha deale...

Page 44: ...ttempt Each cranking should be as short as possible to preserve battery energy Do not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on each attempt 7 If the engine is started with the starter choke in position 1 the starter choke should be returned to position 2 to warm up the engine If the engine is started with the starter choke in position 2 keep the starter choke in this position to warm up the engine...

Page 45: ...he drive select lever and driving in reverse CAUTION ECB00170 Before shifting stop the ATV otherwise the transmission may be damaged Shifting Neutral to Forward 1 Bring the ATV to a complete stop 2 Apply the brake pedal and then shift by mov ing the drive select lever along the shift guide NOTE Make sure that the drive select lever is completely shifted into position 3 Release the brake pedal and ...

Page 46: ...r check the elec trical circuit Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the en gine the indicator light may not come on until the ATV starts moving 4 Check behind for people or obstacles and then release the brake pedal 5 Open the throttle lever gradually and continue to watch to the rear while backing WARNING EWB00720 Improper operation in reverse could make you hit an obstacle or even a person beh...

Page 47: ...ided 0 160 km 0 100 mi or 0 10 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 1 2 throttle Vary the speed of the ATV regularly Do not operate it at one set throttle position 160 320 km 100 200 mi or 10 20 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 3 4 throttle Rev the engine freely but do not use full throttle at any time 320 km 200 mi or 20 hours and beyond The ATV can now be operated normally CAUTION ECB00220...

Page 48: ...perating an ATV which has accessories Choose only accessories designed for your ATV Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of gen uine Yamaha accessories Other accessories may also be available on the market However it is not possible for Yamaha to test all non Yamaha accessories nor control over their qual ity or suitability Choose a genuine Yamaha ac cessory or one that is equivalent in design and qua...

Page 49: ...n the maximum ATV load limit Load cargo on the carriers as close to the center of the ATV as possible Put cargo at the rear of the front carrier at the front of the rear carrier and center it Tie down cargo securely to the carriers Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around A shifting load can cause an accident Make sure the load does not interfere with con trols or your ability to see wher...

Page 50: ...rying or tow ing cargo improperly could cause changes in ATV handling which could lead to an accident Cargo should be properly distributed and se curely attached Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer Allow greater dis tance for braking U3C261E0 book Page 8 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 51: ...7 1 7 EBU21141 RIDING YOUR ATV U3C261E0 book Page 1 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 52: ...on and warning labels on your ATV RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGEMENT Get training if you are inexperienced Beginners should get training from a certified in structor Become familiar with this ATV at slow speeds first even if you are an experienced operator Do not at tempt to operate at maximum performance until you are totally familiar with the ATV s handling and performance characteristics WARNING...

Page 53: ...child This ATV is designed to carry operator and car go only passengers prohibited WARNING EWB01400 Never carry a passenger The long seat is to al low the operator to shift position as needed during operation It is not for carrying passen gers Carrying a passenger on this ATV greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV It could cause an accident resulting in harm to you and or you...

Page 54: ...e helmet that fits properly You should also wear eye protection goggles or face shield gloves boots long sleeved shirt or jacket long pants 1 Protective clothing 2 Goggles 3 Gloves 4 Boots 5 Helmet U3C261E0 book Page 4 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 55: ...hances of severe injury in the event of an accident Do not operate after consuming alcohol or drugs The operator s performance capability is reduced by the influence of alcohol or drugs WARNING EWB01420 Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV Pre operation checks Always perform the pre operation checks listed on page 5 1 before riding for proper care of the ATV and to ensur...

Page 56: ...RNING EWB01450 Always go at a speed that is proper for the ter rain visibility and operating conditions and your experience Operating this ATV at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions in creases your chances of losing control of the ATV which can result in an accident Speed limiter For riders less experienced with this model the throttle lever housing is equipped with a speed lim iter ...

Page 57: ...should be properly distributed and se curely attached Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pull ing a trailer Allow greater distance for brak ing Always follow the instructions in your Own er s Manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer During operation Always keep your feet on the footboards during op eration otherwise they may contact the rear wheels WARNING EWB01470 Always keep both hands on...

Page 58: ...d be gen uine Yamaha or equivalent components de signed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions Improper installation of accessories or modifi cation of this ATV may cause changes in han dling which in some situations could lead to an accident If you have questions consult an au thorized ATV dealer Exhaust system The exhaust system on the ATV is very hot duri...

Page 59: ...E This ATV is designed for use on unpaved surfaces only Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of control WARNING EWB01510 Always avoid paved surfaces including side walks driveways parking lots and streets ATVs are designed for use on unpaved surfac es only Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV and may cause the ATV to go out of control U3C261E0 book Page 9 Thursday...

Page 60: ...Never operate this ATV on any paved street paved road or motorway You can collide with another vehicle In many areas it is illegal to operate ATVs on public streets roads and highways Know the terrain where you ride Ride cautiously in unfamiliar areas Stay alert for holes rocks or roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards which may cause the ATV to upset WARNING EWB01530 Go slowly and be extra...

Page 61: ... accident including an overturn When riding in an area where you might not easily be seen such as desert terrain mount a caution flag on the ATV DO NOT use the flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch WARNING EWB01550 Always mount a caution flag on the ATV to make you more visible when operating in areas where you might not be seen by other vehicles Watch carefully for other vehicles Do not ride in ar...

Page 62: ...rward position Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate If the throttle is ap plied too abruptly the front wheels may lift off the ground resulting in a loss of directional control Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly famil iar with the operation of your ATV When slowing down or stopping release the throt tle and apply the b...

Page 63: ...This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside of the turn slip slightly allowing the ATV to make the turn properly This procedure should be practiced at slow speed many times in a large unpaved area with no obsta cles If an incorrect technique is used your ATV may continue to go straight If the ATV doesn t turn come to a stop and then practice the proce dure again If the riding surface is slipper...

Page 64: ...kill In all cases avoid inclines with slip pery or loose surfaces or obstacles that might cause you to lose control WARNING EWB01580 Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities The ATV can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills Practice on small er hills before attempting large hills It is important when climbing a hill to...

Page 65: ...room to do so and go down the hill WARNING EWB01600 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 steep hill if possible When crossing the side of a hill Always follow proper procedures as de scribed in the Owner s Manual Avoid h...

Page 66: ...eels on the uphill side could come off the ground The ATV could easily tip over backwards Apply both the front and rear brakes gradually or dismount the ATV immediately on the uphill side WARNING EWB01811 Maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you lose all forward speed Keep weight uphill Apply the brakes Shift to the park position after you are stopped If you begin rolling backwards Keep...

Page 67: ...rake or the rear brake will brake all wheels When descending hills using either brake lever or the brake pedal will brake the wheels on the downhill side Avoid sud den application of either the front or rear brake be cause 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 whic...

Page 68: ...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 gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel WARNING EWB01631 Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill ...

Page 69: ...set the ATV Drive slowly and care fully WARNING EWB01640 Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that specified in your Owner s 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 lin ings If the ATV is operated through deep or fast flowing water the tir...

Page 70: ... by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case the V belt cooling duct check hose the drive select lever box check hose and the storage compartment drain plugs Also remove the V belt case drain plug to drain any water that may have accumu lated Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operated in salt water or muddy conditions 1 Air filter case check hose U3C261E0 book Page 20 ...

Page 71: ...1 7 1 V belt cooling duct check hose left front side of ATV 1 Drive select lever box check hose 1 Storage compartment drain plug 1 V belt case drain plug U3C261E0 book Page 21 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 72: ... obstacles always follow proper procedures as described in the Owner s Manu al SLIDING AND SKIDDING 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 he...

Page 73: ...s section is designed to be a reference guide only Be sure to read each section on riding tech niques completely WHAT TO DO If your ATV doesn t turn when you want it to Bring the ATV to a stop and practice the turning maneuvers again Be sure you are putting your weight on the footboard to the outside of the turn Position your weight over the front wheels for better control See page 7 12 If your AT...

Page 74: ...ight positioned to wards the uphill side of the ATV to maintain proper balance If the ATV starts to tip steer down the hill if there are no obstacles in your way to regain balance If you discover that the ATV is going to tip over dismount on the uphill side See page 7 14 If your ATV encounters shallow water Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving water watching for obstacles Be sure to let w...

Page 75: ...VIDUAL USE THE MAINTENANCE INTER VALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORTENED WARNING EWB01840 Never service an engine while it is running Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of the body causing injury Electrical components can cause shocks or start fires Turn off the en gine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified Have a Yamaha dealer perform the service if you are not familiar with maintena...

Page 76: ...nce required for a particular job have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you WARNING EWB01850 Never modify this ATV through improper in stallation or use of accessories as it may cause changes in handling which in some sit uations could lead to an accident All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be gen uine Yamaha or equivalent components de signed for use on this ATV and should be install...

Page 77: ...l skills NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 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 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 Air filter element C...

Page 78: ...cessary Check air pressure and balance and correct if necessary 10 Wheel bearings Check for looseness or damage and replace if necessary 11 Swingarm Check for excessive play and correct if necessary 12 V belt Check for wear cracks or other damage and re place if necessary 13 Drive shaft univer sal joint Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 14 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and...

Page 79: ... Check starter choke operation and correct if nec essary Check engine idling speed and adjust if neces sary 21 Crankcase breather system Check breather hose for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 22 Engine oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary 23 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 24 Engine oil strainer Clean 25 Differential gear oil Change Check ATV for oil...

Page 80: ... cable free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate throttle lever housing and cable 31 Exhaust system Check for leakage and replace gasket s if neces sary Check for looseness and tighten all screw clamps and joints if necessary 32 Spark arrester Clean 33 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary 34 Lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary Adjust he...

Page 81: ...aulic brake service Regularly check and if necessary correct the brake fluid level Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U3C261E0 book Page 7 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 82: ...bs described in this chapter Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be removed and installed EBU26582 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove cowling B 2 Remove panel B 3 Disconnect the speedometer unit couplers 1 Panel A 1 Panel B 2 Cowling A 3 Cowling B 4 Panel C 5 Panel D U3C261E0 book Page 8 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 83: ...8 9 8 4 Remove cowling A by removing the bolts nuts and washers 1 Speedometer unit coupler 1 Bolt 1 Bolt left side 1 Bolt right side U3C261E0 book Page 9 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 84: ...er hose out of the han dlebar cover 3 Pull off the handlebar cover CAUTION ECB00740 Do not disconnect the main switch coupler 4 Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun terclockwise CAUTION ECB00750 Make sure that no foreign material enters the fuel tank Be sure to install the fuel tank cap immedi ately after removing and installing the cowl ing 1 Fuel tank breather hose 2 Handlebar cover 1 Fue...

Page 85: ...g it coun terclockwise 2 Install the cowling by installing the bolts 3 Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clockwise 4 Place the handlebar cover in the original posi tion 5 Pass the fuel tank breather hose through the hole of the handlebar cover 6 Install the seat 1 Bolt 1 Bolt left side 1 Bolt right side U3C261E0 book Page 11 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 86: ...sition and install the bolt CAUTION ECB00380 When installing the panel be sure not to pinch the cables or wires Panel B To remove the panel Pull outward on the areas shown To install the panel Insert the tabs on the panel into the slots in cowling A and push inward 1 Panel A 2 Bolt 1 Panel B U3C261E0 book Page 12 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 87: ...and then take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and install the bolts Panel D To remove the panel Pull outward on the areas shown 1 Tab 2 Slot 1 Panel C 2 Bolt U3C261E0 book Page 13 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 88: ...t and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plug should be removed and checked in accor dance with the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can reveal the condition of the engine To remove the spark plug 1 Remove the spark plug cap 1 Panel D 1 Spark plug cap U3C261E0 book Page 14 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 89: ...nt color the engine could be operating improperly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself In stead have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV 2 Check the spark plug for electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits and replace it if necessary To install the spark plug 1 Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thick ness gauge and if necessary adjust the gap to specification 1 Spark plu...

Page 90: ...U26422 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove panel D See page 8 8 3 Start the engine warm it up for several min utes and...

Page 91: ...level marks 7 If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark add sufficient oil of the recom mended type to raise it to the correct level 8 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole and then tighten the engine oil filler cap 9 Install the panel 1 Engine oil filler cap 1 Dipstick 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark U3C261E0 book Page 17 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 92: ...e an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 5 Remove the engine oil filler cap and then re move the engine oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase NOTE Skip steps 6 10 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 6 Remove panel C See page 8 8 7 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench 1 Engine oil drain bolt 1 Oil filter cartridge U3C261E0 book Page 18 Th...

Page 93: ...to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge NOTE Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 9 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil fil ter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 1 Oil filter wrench 1 O ring U3C261E0 book Page 19 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 94: ...h a diesel specification of CD or oils of a higher quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERV ING II or higher Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 Nm 1 7 m kgf 12 ft lbf Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf Recommended oil See page 10 1 Oil quantity Without oil ...

Page 95: ...rvals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the final gear oil level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface NOTE The final gear oil level must be checked on a cold engine 2 Remove the final gear oil filler bolt and then check the oil level in the final gear case NOTE The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole 3 If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole ...

Page 96: ...r oil filler bolt and the fi nal gear oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the final gear case 5 Install the drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 6 Add the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole as shown 1 Final gear case guard 2 Bolt 1 Final gear oil drain bolt Tightening torque Final gear oil drain bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf U3C261E0 book Page 22 Thursday...

Page 97: ...e before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the ATV In addition the differential gear oil must be changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Place an oil pan under the differential gear case to collect the used oil 1 Final gear oil 2 Final gear oil filler bolt 3 Correct oi...

Page 98: ...specified amount of the recommend ed differential gear oil NOTE Do not exceed the specified differential gear oil quantity when filling Overfilling will cause the oil to seep out of the breather hose during and after riding 1 Differential gear oil filler bolt 1 Differential gear oil drain bolt Tightening torque Differential gear oil drain bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf U3C261E0 book Page 24 Thurs...

Page 99: ...ecked before each ride In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EBU27940 To check the coolant level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface NOTE 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 NOTE The coolant should be betwe...

Page 100: ... water instead Do not use hard wa ter or salt water since it is harmful to the en gine If water has been used instead of coolant re place it with coolant as soon as possible otherwise the cooling system will not be pro tected against frost and corrosion 1 Maximum level mark 2 Minimum level mark 1 Coolant reservoir cap Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 I...

Page 101: ...t WARNING EWB01890 Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before removing the radiator cap You could be burned by hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure Always place a thick rag over the cap when opening Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove panels C and D See page 8 8 3 Place a container under the engine and t...

Page 102: ...nt reservoir 8 After draining the coolant thoroughly flush the cooling system with clean tap water 9 Replace the coolant drain bolt washer if it is damaged install the coolant drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 1 Trough 1 Radiator cap 1 Coolant reservoir hose Tightening torque Coolant drain bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf U3C261E0 book Page 28 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 103: ...erwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced 13 Install the radiator cap start the engine let it idle for several minutes and then turn it off 14 Remove the radiator cap to check the coolant level in the radiator If it is low add sufficient coolant until it reaches the top of the radiator and then install the radiator cap 15 Start the engine and then check for coolant leakage NOTE If an...

Page 104: ... areas NOTE 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 Remove the seat See page 4 12 2 Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking the holders 3 Pull the air filter element out of the air filter case 1 Air filter case check hose 1 Air filter case holder 2 Air filter case ...

Page 105: ...rts cleaning solvent to clean the sponge material Never use low flash point solvents or gasoline to clean the sponge mate rial because the engine could catch fire or ex plode 6 Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material and let it dry 1 Air filter element 1 Air filter element frame 2 Sponge material 3 Air filter element lock plate U3C261E0 book Page 31 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 106: ...f the air filter case for obstructions Check the air filter case rubber joint to the carburetor fittings and the rubber joint manifold fittings for an air tight seal Tighten all fit tings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the engine CAUTION ECB00460 Make sure that the air filter element is prop erly seated in the air filter case Never operate the engine with the air filt...

Page 107: ...t holes 5 Install the tailpipe cover by installing the bolts WARNING EWB02340 Do not start the engine when cleaning the spark arrester otherwise it could cause injury to the eyes burns carbon monoxide poison ing possibly leading to death and start a fire Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components 1 Bolt 2 Tailpipe cover 1 Tailpipe 2 Spark arrester U3C261E0 book Page 33...

Page 108: ...940 Adjusting the carburetor The carburetor should be checked and if neces sary adjusted at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart The carburetor is an important part of the engine and requires very sophisticated adjustment Therefore most carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary profes sional knowledge and experience The adj...

Page 109: ...d to make this adjustment 1 Start the engine and warm it up NOTE The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the throttle 2 Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead 3 Check the engine idling speed and if neces sary adjust it to specification by turning the throttle stop screw at the carburetor To in crease the engine idling speed turn the throt tle stop screw in direction a and to decrease ...

Page 110: ... adjusting the throttle ca ble free play 1 Loosen the locknut 2 To increase the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction a To decrease the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut EBU24060 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use resulting in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To prevent this from occurring th...

Page 111: ...k each front brake pad for damage and mea sure the lining thickness If a brake pad is dam aged or if the lining thickness is less than 1 0 mm 0 04 in have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set NOTE The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads See page 8 52 EBU26460 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear indica tor grooves which allow you to check the brake pad...

Page 112: ...ome inef fective Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and replenish if neces sary A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Front brake 1 Wear indicator groove 1 Minimum level mark U3C261E0 book Page 38 Thursday June 29...

Page 113: ...ay result in vapor lock Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts Always clean up spilled fluid imme diately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down However if the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause EBU24290 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals spec...

Page 114: ...drag Make sure the brakes are not spongy All air must be bled from the brake system Replacement of brake components requires professional knowledge These procedures should be performed by a Yamaha dealer EBU26491 Adjusting the rear brake lever free play and checking the brake pedal position The brake lever free play must be adjusted and brake pedal position must be checked and if nec essary adjust...

Page 115: ...g bolt in direction a to increase the free play and in direction b to decrease it 3 Tighten the locknut If the correct free play cannot be obtained have a Yamaha dealer adjust it NOTE When adjusting the rear brake lever free play Be sure not to step on the brake pedal Make sure the brake pedal does not move 1 Brake lever free play 1 Locknut 2 Brake lever free play adjusting bolt U3C261E0 book Page...

Page 116: ...smoothly and that the free play is correct Make sure the brakes do not drag Make sure the brakes are not spongy All air must be bled from the brake system Replacement of brake components requires professional knowledge These procedures should be performed by a Yamaha dealer EBU24230 Axle boots The axle boots must be checked for damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubr...

Page 117: ...fect 2 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 direc tion a To make the brake light come on lat er turn the adjusting nut in direction b 3 Install the panel EBU24900 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation and the condition of all control ca bles should be checked before each ride and the cable...

Page 118: ...the front and rear brake levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lubricated if necessary EBU24950 Checking and lubricating the brake pedal The operation of the brake pedal should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivot should be lubricated if necessary NOTE To access the brake pedal pivot remove panel A See page 8 8 Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based ...

Page 119: ...on chart EBU25100 Lubricating the steering shaft The steering shaft must be lubricated at the inter vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart EBU25222 Battery This model is equipped with a sealed type MF battery which does not require any maintenance There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled water Check and if necessary tighten the battery lead connectio...

Page 120: ...ing in an enclosed space KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the ATV is equipped with optional electri cal accessories To store the battery 1 If the ATV will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it...

Page 121: ...oltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery If you do not have access to a constant voltage battery charg er have a Yamaha dealer charge your bat tery EBU25323 Replacing a fuse 1 Positive battery terminal 2 Negative battery terminal 1 Main fuse 2 Spare main fuse 3 Fuse box U3C261E0 book Page 47 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 122: ...the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage 1 Headlight fuse 2 Ignition fuse 3 Auxiliary DC jack fuse for optional auxiliary DC jack 4 Four wheel drive motor fuse 5 Signaling system fuse 6 Backup fuse for odometer and tripmeter 7 Spare fuse Specified fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 3 0 A Signaling system fuse 10...

Page 123: ...its to check if the devices operate 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EBU25541 Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the headlight bulb holder cover at the rear of the headlight by pulling it off 2 Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing it inward and turning it counterclockwise 1 Headlight b...

Page 124: ...AUTION ECB00650 Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transparency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affect ed Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with alcohol or thinner 5 Install the headlight bulb holder by aligning the projections with the holes...

Page 125: ...It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment To raise a headlight beam turn the adjusting bolt in direction a To lower a headlight beam turn the adjusting bolt in direction b EBU25600 Replacing the tail brake light bulb If the tail brake light bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the lens by removing the screws 1 Headlight beam adjusting bolt U3C261E0 book Page 51 Thursday...

Page 126: ...t stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screws CAUTION ECB00700 Do not overtighten the screws otherwise the lens may break EBU25650 Removing a wheel 1 Loosen the wheel nuts 2 Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame 3 Remove the nuts from the wheel 1 Screw 1 Tail brake light bulb 1 Wheel nut U3C261E0 book Page 52 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 127: ...apered nuts are used for both the front and rear wheels Install the nuts with their tapered side to wards the wheel 2 Lower the ATV to the ground 3 Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torques 1 Arrow mark 1 Tapered nut Tightening torques Front wheel nut 55 Nm 5 5 m kgf 40 ft lbf Rear wheel nut 55 Nm 5 5 m kgf 40 ft lbf U3C261E0 book Page 53 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 128: ...ny repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools expe rience 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 EWB02280 Do not smoke when checking the fuel system Fuel can ignite or...

Page 129: ...V 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 ATV The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly The battery is good...

Page 130: ... can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the rec ommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check the cooling system for leakage Have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system Add coolant See NOTE Start the engine If the engine overheats...

Page 131: ...rioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electrical de vices Many expensive repair bills have result ed from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin operated car washers 4 Once most of the dirt has been hosed off wash all surfaces with warm water and mild detergent type soap An old toothbrush or bot tle brush is handy for hard to reach places ...

Page 132: ...d areas where strong chemicals are stored Long term Before storing your ATV for several months 1 Follow all the instructions in the Cleaning section of this chapter 2 Turn the fuel cock lever to OFF 3 Drain the carburetor float chamber by loosen ing the drain bolt this will prevent fuel deposits from building up Pour the drained fuel into the fuel tank 4 Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabiliz...

Page 133: ...if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then block up the ATV so that all of its wheels are off the ground Alternative ly turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 8 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it 9 Remove the battery and fully charge it Store it in a cool dry place and charge it on...

Page 134: ...e type Liquid cooled 4 stroke SOHC Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined single cylinder Displacement 421 0 cm Bore stroke 84 5 75 0 mm 3 33 2 95 in Compression ratio 10 00 1 Starting system Electric starter Lubrication system Wet sump Engine oil Type SAE5W30 or SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40 or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50 Recommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA 20 1...

Page 135: ...p qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 14 5 L 3 83 US gal 3 19 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 4 5 L 1 19 US gal 0 99 Imp gal Carburetor Manufacturer MIKUNI Type x quantity BSR33 x 1 Spark plug s Manufacturer model NGK DR8EA Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Clutch Clutch type Wet centrifugal automatic Transmission ...

Page 136: ...8 psi 0 400 kgf cm Rear 40 0 kPa 5 8 psi 0 400 kgf cm Minimum Front 37 0 kPa 5 3 psi 0 370 kgf cm Rear 37 0 kPa 5 3 psi 0 370 kgf cm Maximum Front 43 0 kPa 6 2 psi 0 430 kgf cm Rear 43 0 kPa 6 2 psi 0 430 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Panel wheel Rim size 12 x 6 0AT Rear wheel Wheel type Panel wheel Rim size 12 x 7 5AT Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended flu...

Page 137: ...city 12 V 18 0 Ah Headlight Bulb type Krypton bulb Bulb voltage wattage x quantity Headlight 12 V 30 0 30 0 W 2 Tail brake light 12 V 5 0 21 0 W 1 Neutral indicator light LED Reverse indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Park indicator light LED On Command four wheel drive indicator LCD Fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0...

Page 138: ... erence in case the ATV is stolen KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU26020 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped into the key Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EBU26030 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame 1 Key id...

Page 139: ... label is affixed at the location in the il lustration Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be need ed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha deal er 1 Vehicle identification number front left side 1 Model label U3C261E0 book Page 2 Thursday June 29 2006 4 15 PM ...

Page 140: ... temperature warning light 4 2 Cowlings and panels removing and installing 8 8 D Differential gear oil 5 3 Differential gear oil changing 8 23 Drive select lever 4 8 Drive select lever and driving in reverse 6 3 Drive select lever safety system cable adjusting 8 37 Drive shaft universal joint lubricating 8 45 E Engine break in 6 5 Engine cold start 6 1 Engine idling speed 8 35 Engine oil 5 3 Engin...

Page 141: ...sorber assembly adjusting the rear 4 15 Spark arrester cleaning 8 32 Spark plug checking 8 14 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 6 Speedometer unit 4 3 Starter choke 4 11 Start switch 4 4 Steering shaft lubricating 8 45 Storage 9 2 Storage compartment 4 13 T Tail brake light bulb replacing 8 51 Throttle cable free play adjusting 8 36 Throttle lever 4 6 5 5 Tire pressure measuring 5 6 Tires 5 5 Ti...

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