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EBU32770

CONSUMER INFORMATION

EBU32780

Identification number records

Record the key identification number, vehicle
identification number, and model label infor-
mation in the spaces provided for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference, 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 identification number

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U2MB70E0.book  Page 1  Thursday, January 22, 2015  8:54 AM

Summary of Contents for Wolverine YX70EPNG

Page 1: ...DIC183 2MB F8199 70 YX70EPNG 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 1 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 3: ...he 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 controls and o...

Page 4: ...fety 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 informa...

Page 5: ...tions 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 almost all provinces off highway noise level and spark arrest er laws and regulations EBU33130 YX70EPNG OWNER S MANUAL 2014 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition December 2014 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthor...

Page 6: ...l 4 12 Brake pedal 4 12 Parking brake lever 4 13 Drive select lever 4 13 Fuel tank cap 4 14 Doors 4 14 Seats 4 15 Adjusting the driver seat position 4 16 Seat belts 4 17 Glove compartment 4 17 Storage compartments 4 18 Cup holders 4 19 Cargo bed 4 20 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies 4 22 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assemblies 4 27 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver 4 32 Auxiliar...

Page 7: ...YOUR VEHICLE 7 1 LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE 7 12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8 1 Owner s manual and tool kit 8 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 8 4 General maintenance and lubrication chart 8 6 Hood 8 10 Panels 8 11 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 14 Final gear oil 8 20 Differential gear oil 8 22 Coolant 8 24 Axle boots 8 29 Spark plug inspection 8 3...

Page 8: ...lubrication left and right 8 43 Steering shaft lubrication 8 44 Wheel removal 8 44 Tire replacement 8 45 Wheel installation 8 46 Battery 8 46 Jump starting 8 50 Fuse replacement 8 51 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 54 Headlight beam adjustment 8 56 Tail brake light bulb replacement 8 57 Troubleshooting 8 57 Troubleshooting charts 8 59 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 1...

Page 9: ...1 1 1 EBU31130 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS 3 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 24 22 23 15 16 17 14 13 11 11 12 19 18 21 20 11 11 U2MB70E0 book Page 1 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 10: ...mportant 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 26 25 27 28 29 U2MB70E0 book Page 2 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 11: ...the vehicle can be crushed by the cage frame If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll brace your feet on the floor or footrests and keep your hands on the steering wheel or handhold Never hold cage Do not try to stop a vehicle tipover using your arm or leg 1 2 3 U2MB70E0 book Page 3 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 12: ...nt assis le dos contre le dossier du siège Demeurer entièrement dans l habitacle du véhicule Conduire de façon responsable Prévenir la perte de contrôle ou les roulades Éviter les manœuvres subites glissements latéraux dérapages queues de poisson et zigzags ne jamais tenter d acrobaties Ralentir avant d entamer un virage Éviter d accélérer brusquement dans les virages même à partir de l arrêt Être...

Page 13: ...Read Owner s Manual before loading towing or pulling objects Improper use of cargo bed or cage frame can result in severe injury or death from loss of control overturn or other accidents Maximum Load in Cargo Bed 300 lbs 136 kg Maximum Vehicle Load 721 lbs 327 kg Never carry passengers in cargo bed YAMAHA MOTEUR DU CANADA LTÉE 480 Gordon Baker Road Toronto Ontario M2H 3B4 Canada 1XD F4162 10 Le to...

Page 14: ...s Ne pas brûler ni perforer ni ouvrir 1HP F2259 11 YAMAHA 1XD K7761 10 AVERTISSEMENT Toute partie du corps bras jambes tête se trouvant hors de l habitacle risque d être é crasée par l arceau de protection Si une roulade ou 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...

Page 15: ...ds du véhicule du conducteur du passager des accessoires de l équipement et le cas échéant du timon PRESSION DE SERVICE DES PNEUS Régler les pneus à froid YAMAHA 2MB F1696 10 WARNING Improper tire pressure or overloading this vehicle may cause severe injury or death from loss of control or rollover Never set or allow tire pressure to be below the minimum Tire may dislodge from rim VEHICLE LOAD of ...

Page 16: ... ROHVA 1 2011 Standard Date of manufacture 1XD F4161 00 YAMAHA certifie que ce véhicule hors route est conforme à la norme ANSI ROHVA 1 2011 de l ANSI intitulée American National Standard for Recreational Off Highway Vehicles Date de fabrication 1XD F4161 10 15 16 17 U2MB70E0 book Page 8 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 17: ... timon et le véhicule Réduire la vitesse et prévoir une distance de freinage accrue Négocier les virages progressivement et lentement Éviter les pentes et les terrains accidentés Arrimer solidement toute charge un article mal arrimé pourrait nuire soudainement à la maniabilité ou être projeté vers l avant et heurter un occupant Répartir le poids de la charge de façon équilibrée et le plus bas poss...

Page 18: ...ripper 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 F151K 10 AVERTISSEMENT Le chargement ou le tirage incorrects d une remorque ou d un objet peut modifier la maniabilité et l équilibre et risque de provoquer un capotage ou autre accident Attacher solidement le chargement afin de l ...

Page 19: ...urn 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 23 24 U2MB70E0 book Page 11 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 20: ...eet 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 not allow anyone to ride in the cargo bed Avoid side hilling riding across slopes Plan for hills rough terrain ruts and other changes in traction and terrain A...

Page 21: ...e maintien non l arceau de protection Toujours porter la ceinture de sécurité et un casque approprié Liste de vérification de sécurité intégrale YAMAHA 1XD F1558 10 Tête Casque et protection des yeux Corps Ceinture de sécurité et vêtements de protection Mains À l intérieur du véhicule tenantla poignée de maintien ou le volant Pieds Sur le plancher ou les repose pieds prêts à encaisser le choc port...

Page 22: ...these two chapters and the labels on the vehicle to instruct new operators and passengers 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...

Page 23: ...erly Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with their backs against the backrests Passenger must be able to reach and hold the passenger handhold within the cage frame Both driver and passenger should wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly Both driver and passenger should also wear eye protection goggles or a face shield ...

Page 24: ...or cargo bed load limit Refer 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 Wolverine Keep your body completely inside the vehicle at a...

Page 25: ...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 Avoi...

Page 26: ...void 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 wh...

Page 27: ...rtially 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 Wolverine is an important decision Genuine Yamaha Accesso ries which are available only from a Yamaha dealer have been designed tested and approved by Yamaha for use...

Page 28: ...ny of the vehicle s design or operation char acteristics 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 Wolverine were designed to match the performance ca pabilities and to provide the best combination of handling braking and comfort Other tires r...

Page 29: ...1 Front shock absorber assembly 2 Radiator cap 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Air filter 5 Shoulder bolster 6 Driver seat belt 7 Cargo bed 8 Tail brake light 9 Rear shock absorber assembly 10 Spark plug 11 Driver seat 12 Door U2MB70E0 book Page 1 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 30: ... 7 2 1 Spark arrester 2 Passenger seat belt 3 Engine oil dipstick 4 Storage compartment 5 Battery 6 Fuses 7 Headlight 8 Coolant reservoir 9 Passenger seat 10 Fuel tank cap 11 Oil filter cartridge U2MB70E0 book Page 2 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 31: ... 9 1 Light switch 2 On Command drive knob 3 Steering wheel 4 Main switch 5 Helmet indicator light 6 Seat belt indicator light 7 Multi function meter unit 8 Auxiliary DC jack 9 Passenger handhold 10 Glove compartment 11 Storage compartment 12 Drive select lever 13 Parking brake lever 14 Accelerator pedal 15 Brake pedal U2MB70E0 book Page 3 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 32: ...ot 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 1 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 ...

Page 33: ...ferential 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 On Command four wheel drive differential gear lock indicator 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 ...

Page 34: ...On Command differential gear lock indicator and the On Command differen tial gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK come on when the On Command drive knob 2WD 4WD DIFF LOCK is set to the DIFF LOCK position TIP Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the differential gear case the four wheel drive indicator may not come on until the vehicle starts moving When the On Command drive knob 2WD 4WD DIFF LOCK ...

Page 35: ...overheat if the vehicle is overloaded If this happens reduce the load to specification After restarting make sure that the warning light is out Continuous use while this warning light is on may cause damage to the engine EBU31340 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine When this occurs have a Yamah...

Page 36: ...ed the power assist is reduced to protect the EPS motor from over heating 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 light ...

Page 37: ...s the total time the engine has been running a voltage display which shows the battery voltage a fuel meter a self diagnosis device Odometer and tripmeter modes 1 CLOCK button 2 RESET button 3 SELECT button 4 Speedometer 5 Fuel meter 6 Clock Hour meter Voltage display 7 Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 1 SELECT button 2 RESET button 3 Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B 1 2 3 U2MB70E0 b...

Page 38: ...th a full tank of fuel This information enables you to plan fu ture fuel stops TIP To switch the display between mph and km h turn the key to off then push and hold the SELECT button while turning the key to on Clock hour meter and voltage display modes Pushing the CLOCK button switches the display between the clock mode CLOCK the hour meter mode HOUR and the volt age display mode in the following...

Page 39: ...rt flashing 5 Push the RESET button to set the min utes 6 Push the SELECT button and then re lease it to start the clock Voltage display mode This display shows the battery voltage appears for 1 second when the volt age display mode is first selected and then appears and the battery voltage is displayed If the battery voltage is less than 10 volts LO is displayed and if the voltage is above 16 vol...

Page 40: ...ppear from F full towards E empty as the fuel level decreases When the E segment disappears and the fuel level warning indicator flashes refuel as soon as possible TIP This fuel meter is equipped with a self diag nosis system If a problem is detected in an electrical circuit all the display segments and fuel level warning indicator start flashing If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the elect...

Page 41: ...error code note the code number and then 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 EBU31390 Light switch Set the switch to to turn on the low beam and the taillights Set the switch to to turn on the high beam and the taillights 1 Error code display 2...

Page 42: ...ery and recharge it EBU31400 On Command drive knob 2WD 4WD DIFF LOCK This vehicle is equipped with an On Com mand drive knob to select the drive mode The knob has three positions 2WD 4WD and DIFF LOCK Select the appropriate drive according to terrain and conditions 2WD two wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear wheels only 4WD four wheel drive Power is sup plied to the rear and front wheels 1 O...

Page 43: ...gardless of traction EBU31410 Accelerator pedal Press the accelerator pedal down to increase engine speed Spring tension returns the ped al to the rest position when released Always check that the accelerator pedal returns nor mally before starting the engine EBU31420 Brake pedal Press the brake pedal to slow or stop the ve hicle 1 Accelerator pedal 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 12 Thursday January 22 2015...

Page 44: ...parking brake pull rearward on the lever press the release button and then push the lever all the way forward Spring tension helps return the lever to the re leased position EBU31440 Drive select lever The drive select lever is used to shift the vehi cle into the low high neutral and reverse po sitions Refer to page 6 3 for the drive select lever operation 1 Brake pedal 1 1 Release button 2 Parkin...

Page 45: ... fuel tank cap by turning it clock wise EBU31460 Doors To open a door pull the latch outward To close a door push or pull the door inward un til it is securely latched Be sure the door is SECURELY LATCHED AFTER CLOSING IT 1 Drive select lever 1 Fuel tank cap 1 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 14 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 46: ...ame and then insert the projection on the front of the cushion into the grommet while pushing the cushion downward Make sure the seats are properly secured before riding WARNING A loose seat could cause the operator to lose control or cause the operator or passenger to fall EWB03510 1 Door 2 Latch 2 1 1 Driver seat cushion 2 Passenger seat cushion 1 2 U2MB70E0 book Page 15 Thursday January 22 2015...

Page 47: ...reference 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 16 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 48: ... vehicle See page 7 5 for more information EBU31501 Glove compartment This vehicle is equipped with a glove com partment When storing any documents in the glove compartment be sure to wrap them in a plas tic bag so that they will not get wet When washing the vehicle be careful not to let any water enter the glove compartment Tightening torque Driver seat bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Seat belt ...

Page 49: ... pas senger seat storage compartment remove the passenger seat cushion see page 4 15 for more information 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 be careful not to let any water enter the storage compartments NOTICE ECB02241 To protect from damage do not put metal items like tools or sharply...

Page 50: ...r Some plastic bottles may not fit into the cup holders depending on their size and shape 1 Storage compartment 1 Storage compartment 1 1 1 Storage compartment Maximum load limit Storage compartment between the driver seat and the passenger seat 6 4 kg 13 5 lb 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 19 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 51: ...ms than seal able plastic containers in the cup hold ers otherwise they may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an ac cident EBU33630 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 six cargo hooks i...

Page 52: ... the tailgate Unhook the latches and then pull up the tail gate To install the tailgate Place the tailgate in the original position and then hook the latches 1 Cargo hook 1 Cargo hook Maximum load limit 136 0 kg 300 lb 1 1 1 Tailgate 2 Latch 2 2 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 21 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 53: ...ssion damping WARNING EWB02492 Suspension components become hot during operation Never touch the com pression damping force adjusting bolt and screw the rebound damping force adjusting screw or the oil reservoir with your bare hand or skin until suspension components have cooled Always adjust the shock absorber as semblies on the left and right side to the same setting Uneven adjustment can cause ...

Page 54: ...rn the spring preload adjusting nut in direction a to increase the spring pre load and thereby harden the suspension and in direction b to decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspen sion TIP A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A shown in the illustra tion The shorter distance A is ...

Page 55: ...e the rebound damping force and thereby harden the damp ing and in direction b to decrease the re bound damping force and thereby soften the damping Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 313 5 mm 12 34 in Standard Distance A 305 5 mm 12 03 in Maximum hard Distance A 298 5 mm 11 75 in 1 Distance A 1 Tightening torque Locknut 30 Nm 3 0 m kgf 22 ft lbf 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw...

Page 56: ...irection b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in direction b Standard 13 click s in direction b Maximum hard 1 click s in direction b With the adjusting screw fully turned in di rection a 1 Compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping Compression damping setting for fast com pression damping Minimum soft 2 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard...

Page 57: ...d the following information be fore handling the shock absorber assem blies Do not tamper with 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 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping 1 a b Compression damping setting f...

Page 58: ...ever touch the com pression damping force adjusting bolt and screw the rebound damping force adjusting screw or the oil reservoir with your bare hand or skin until suspension components have cooled Always adjust the shock absorber as semblies on the left and right side to the same setting Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability which could lead to an accident NOTICE ECB0009...

Page 59: ...preload and thereby soften the suspen sion TIP A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A shown in the illustra tion The shorter distance A is the higher the spring preload the longer distance A is the lower the spring preload With each complete turn of the adjusting nut distance A is changed by 1 5 m...

Page 60: ...e the rebound damping force and thereby harden the damp ing and in direction b to decrease the re bound damping force and thereby soften the damping Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 386 0 mm 15 20 in Standard Distance A 378 0 mm 14 88 in Maximum hard Distance A 372 0 mm 14 65 in 1 Distance A 1 Tightening torque Locknut 30 Nm 3 0 m kgf 22 ft lbf 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw...

Page 61: ...irection b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in direction b Standard 14 click s in direction b Maximum hard 1 click s in direction b With the adjusting screw fully turned in di rection a 1 Compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping Compression damping setting for fast com pression damping Minimum soft 2 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard...

Page 62: ...nd the following information be fore handling the shock absorber assem blies Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assemblies Do not subject the shock absorber as sembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to explode due to excessive gas pressure 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping 1 a b Compression damping setting fo...

Page 63: ...d a 5 cm 2 in receiver for a stan dard trailer hitch Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer See page 6 7 for precaution information EBU32950 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is located at the right side of the storage compartment under the multi function meter The auxiliary DC jack can be used for suitable work lights radios etc The auxiliary DC jack should only be used...

Page 64: ...ies with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be dam aged 1 Set the light switch to 2 Turn the accessory off 3 Start the engine See page 6 2 4 Open the auxiliary DC jack cap and then insert the accessory power plug into the jack 5 Turn the accessory on 6 When the auxiliary DC jack is not being used cover it with the cap 1 Auxiliary DC jack cap 2 Auxiliary DC jack Maximum rated capacity for th...

Page 65: ...perate the 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 38 8 41 Parking brake Check for proper operation 8 41 ...

Page 66: ...tion and belt wear 5 7 Passenger handhold Check for stability and proper fastening 5 8 7 8 Steering Check for proper operation 5 8 Fittings and fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners 5 8 Instruments lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary 5 8 8 54 8 56 8 57 Wheels and tires Check tire pressure and for wear and damage 5 8 8 44 8 46 Axle boots Check for damage 8 29 ITEM ROUT...

Page 67: ...age 8 39 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 ride Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are work ing properly I...

Page 68: ...ediately 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 your ...

Page 69: ...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 14 NOTIC...

Page 70: ...nt is not avail able add distilled water Change the coolant every two years See page 8 24 NOTICE ECB02120 Hard water or salt water is harmful to the engine You may use soft water if you can not get distilled water EBU31770 Final gear oil Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level Add oil as necessary See page 8 20 for details If desired an SAE 80W 90 hypoid gear oil may be used for all...

Page 71: ...ust move smoothly when pulled out and re tract on its own when released The seat belts must also lock up when quickly pulled out The latch plate should click securely into the buckle and release when the release button is pushed firmly Wash off any dirt or mud that could affect operation Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation A crash can damage the restraint systems in your ...

Page 72: ...ual for correct tightening torque EBU31840 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switch es are working properly Correct if necessary EBU31850 Control cables When riding in cold weather always make sure all control cables work smoothly before you begin riding WARNING Control cables can freeze in cold weather and you could be unable to control the vehicle EWB03280 EBU...

Page 73: ... tire pressure and use the second reading Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect Recommended tire pressure Vehicle load 0 maximum Front 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Rear 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Minimum tire pressure Vehicle load 0 maximum Front 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Maximum vehicle load 327 0 kg 721 lb Total weight of o...

Page 74: ...5 10 5 Tire wear limit When the tire groove decreases to 3 mm 0 12 in due to wear replace the tire 1 Tire pressure gauge 1 1 Tire wear limit 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 10 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 75: ...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 substant...

Page 76: ...e 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 star...

Page 77: ...le 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 press...

Page 78: ...e shift guide 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 b...

Page 79: ...he 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 th...

Page 80: ...tor light are flashing turning the steering wheel back and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage or disengage Riding before the differential gear is 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 6 Thursday January 22 2...

Page 81: ...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 the ...

Page 82: ...w 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 extre...

Page 83: ...s for that product and only attach to the hitch or hitch bracket of the Wolverine WARNING Improperly pulling can cause serious injury or death Never exceed the pulling load limit of the Wolverine 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 a...

Page 84: ...EBU33500 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE This off road vehicle will handle and maneu ver differently from cars ATVs go carts golf cars and grounds keeping vehicles The Wolverine 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 improved paths or grounds keepi...

Page 85: ...e able to place both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright 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 dispropor...

Page 86: ...carry any other passengers Do not car ry 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 Wolverine 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 tection s...

Page 87: ...l 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 ...

Page 88: ...g 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 in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the pe...

Page 89: ...s 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 caught on the shoulder bolste...

Page 90: ...ot 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 latched before operation Do not place your arm or hand on the door during ...

Page 91: ...ihood that the pas senger puts a hand outside the vehicle if the vehicle begins to tip The driver should make sure the passenger is 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 passenger s preference U2MB70E0 book Page 8 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 92: ...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 riding 1 Passenger handhold 2 Locking pin 2 1 1 Handhold support 2 Handhold bar 2 1 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 9 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 93: ...orboard 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 Wolverine hits...

Page 94: ... 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 illustra tion CORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE INCORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE U2MB70E0 book Page 11 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 95: ...ries 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 the vehicle to reduce the risk of a serious ac cident or injury Eye protection such as a face shield or goggles...

Page 96: ... Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the oper ation of your vehicle Remember driving ag gressively 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 97: ...f 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 re...

Page 98: ...loose or slippery surfaces Engine braking Engine compression braking is designed to assist you when operating your Wolverine 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 99: ... 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 passenger ac cessories cargo trailer tongue weight and the vehicle itself must not exceed 975 kg 2150 lb Vehicle loading can affect handling See Loading on page 6 7 EBU33550 Operation on differe...

Page 100: ...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 101: ... 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 dow...

Page 102: ...ehicle 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 that ...

Page 103: ...rupt 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 su...

Page 104: ...he 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 ab...

Page 105: ...ile 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 or...

Page 106: ...ce 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 U2MB70E...

Page 107: ...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 U2MB70E0 book Page 3 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 108: ...ed Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools data and technical skills 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 1 Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust if necessary 3 Sp...

Page 109: ...ir induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts if necessary 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 5 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 110: ...necessary Every 20 40 hours more often in wet or dusty areas 3 Engine oil Replace warm engine before draining 4 Engine oil filter cartridge Replace 5 Final gear oil Dif ferential gear oil Check oil level oil leakage Replace 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 111: ...d 14 Front and rear suspension Check operation and for 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 17 Rear upper and lower knuckle pivots Lubricate with lithium soap based grease NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes firs...

Page 112: ...ange the brake fluid 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 ...

Page 113: ...8 9 8 Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U2MB70E0 book Page 9 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 114: ...40 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 10 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 115: ...h the tab on each hood lock down so that it is pointing rear ward Make sure that the hood is securely installed NOTICE ECB02180 Do not drive the vehicle with the hood open unlatched or removed EBU33601 Panels Left panel To remove the left panel 1 Remove the bolts 2 Open the driver door and then remove the quick fasteners 1 Bolt 2 Left panel 1 2 U2MB70E0 book Page 11 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 A...

Page 116: ...ace the panel in the original position and then install the bolts and quick fasteners Right panel To remove the right panel 1 Remove the bolts 2 Open the passenger door and then re move the quick fasteners 1 Quick fastener 1 1 1 Bolt 2 Right panel 1 2 U2MB70E0 book Page 12 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 117: ...then install the bolts and quick fasteners 3 Install the fuel tank cap Right rear panel To remove the right rear panel 1 Remove the right panel 2 Remove the quick fasteners and then take the panel off To install the right rear panel 1 Place the panel in the original position and then install the quick fasteners 2 Install the right panel 1 Quick fastener 1 1 1 Right rear panel 2 Quick fastener 2 2 ...

Page 118: ...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 minutes until the oil settles for an accurate reading 3 Remove the passenger seat cushion see page 4 15 for more information 4 Remove the rubber cover 5 Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag 1 ...

Page 119: ...e mini mum and maximum level marks 7 If the engine oil is at or below the mini mum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the cor rect level 8 Install the dipstick with the arrow pointing in the direction shown 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Arrow mark 1 2 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark 1 2 3 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 15 Thursday January 22 2015 8...

Page 120: ...eral minutes and then turn it off 3 Remove the passenger seat cushion see page 4 15 for more information 4 Remove the rubber cover 5 Remove the engine oil dipstick 6 Place an oil pan under the engine to col lect the used oil 7 Remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crank case 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Arrow mark 1 2 1 Rubber cover 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 16 Thursday J...

Page 121: ...ridge If the O ring remains attached to the crankcase oil leakage may occur TIP An oil filter wrench is available from a Yamaha dealer 9 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 17 Thursday January 22 201...

Page 122: ...en the bolt to the specified torque 12 Refill with the specified amount of recom mended engine oil into the oil filler hole 13 Install the dipstick with the arrow pointing in the direction shown 1 O ring Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 15 Nm 1 5 m kgf 11 ft lbf 1 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 22 Nm 2 2 m kgf 16 ft lbf 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 18 Thursday January 22 201...

Page 123: ...use oils la beled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign material en ters the crankcase 14 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Arrow mark Recommended engine oil See page 10 1 Oil quantity Without oil filter cartridge replacement...

Page 124: ... the final gear case The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole 3 If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case ECB00422 4 Check the gasket for damage and re place it if necessary 5 Install the oil filler bolt and its gasket and then tighten the bo...

Page 125: ...he brim of the filler hole NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case ECB00422 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 Tightening torque Final gear oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Final gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 2 1 Tightening torque Fi...

Page 126: ...d 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 Tightening torque Final gear oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 ...

Page 127: ...e recommended oil NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the differential gear case ECB00412 6 Check the oil filler bolt gasket for dam age and replace it if necessary 7 Install the differential gear oil filler bolt and its gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque Tightening torque Differential gear oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Differential gear oil drain bolt 2 G...

Page 128: ...e 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 and install the reservoir cap Tightening torque Differential gear oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Coolant reservoir cap 2 ...

Page 129: ...any remaining pressure to escape before com pletely removing the cap 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Remove the hood See page 8 10 for hood removal and installation proce dures 3 Place a container under the engine to col lect the used coolant 4 Remove the radiator cap 5 Remove the coolant drain bolt and its gasket to drain the coolant from the en gine and radiator 1 Radiator cap 1 U2MB70E0...

Page 130: ...in the coolant from the cool ant reservoir 9 After draining the coolant thoroughly flush the cooling system with clean tap water 10 Install the coolant drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 1 Coolant reservoir cap 2 Coolant reservoir hose 1 2 U2MB70E0 book Page 26 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 131: ...nel and right rear panel See page 8 11 for right panel and right rear panel removal and installation procedures 15 Loosen the water pump air bleed bolt without removing it to allow all of the air to escape from the air bleed bolt hole Tightening torque Coolant drain bolt 8 Nm 0 8 m kgf 5 8 ft lbf Antifreeze water mixture ratio 1 1 Recommended antifreeze High quality ethylene glycol antifreeze con ...

Page 132: ... the bolt hole tighten the cylinder head air bleed bolt to the specified torque 19 Start the engine and let it idle for ten min utes 20 Rev the engine five times 21 Pour additional coolant into the radiator until it is full 1 Water pump air bleed bolt Tightening torque Water pump air bleed bolt 8 Nm 0 8 m kgf 5 8 ft lbf 1 1 Cylinder head air bleed bolt Tightening torque Cylinder head air bleed bol...

Page 133: ...the coolant reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then install the cap 24 Start the engine and then check for cool ant leakage TIP If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system 25 Install the panels and the hood EBU32400 Axle boots Check the axle boots for holes or tears If any damage is found have them replaced by a Yamaha dealer 1 Front axle boot 1 Rear ...

Page 134: ...e condition of the spark plug can indicate the condition of the engine The ideal color of the porcelain insulator around the center electrode is a medium to light tan for a vehicle that is being ridden nor mally You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down 1 Spark plug cap 1 1 Spark plug wrench 1 U2MB70E0 book Pa...

Page 135: ... grime from the spark plug threads 2 Install the spark plug and tighten it to the specified torque If a torque wrench is not available when you are installing the spark plug a good estimate of the cor rect torque is one quarter to one half turn past finger tight Have the spark plug tightened to the specified torque as soon as possible 3 Install the spark plug cap Specified spark plug NGK CPR7EA 9 ...

Page 136: ...l Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the en gine 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 injection system would be affected resulting in poor engine performance and possible overheating 1 Remove ...

Page 137: ... frame inward remove the air filter el ement holder 5 Remove the sponge material from the air filter frame 1 Air filter case cover 2 Air filter case cover holder 1 Air filter element 1 2 2 1 1 Air filter element holder 2 Projection 1 2 U2MB70E0 book Page 33 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 138: ...ist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 8 Wash the sponge material in warm soapy water to remove remaining solvent then rinse thoroughly with plain warm water 9 Squeeze excess water out of the sponge material NOTICE Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 10 Allow the sponge material to dry thor oughly Inspect the sponge material and replace it if damaged 1 Air filte...

Page 139: ...o the projections on the air filter case and then install the air filter case cover by hooking the holders onto the cover 16 Install the storage compartment as shown EBU33672 Cleaning the air filter case air duct check hose There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case and at the bottom of the air duct The check hoses can be accessed under the vehicle If dust or water collects in a ch...

Page 140: ...ving the drain plug have a Yamaha dealer inspect the vehicle as the water may affect other engine parts EBU32450 Cleaning the spark arrester WARNING EWB03370 Hot exhaust system may cause burns To avoid burns or fires make sure that the en gine is stopped and the exhaust system is cool before cleaning the spark arrester Do not start the engine while cleaning the ex haust system 1 Remove the tailpip...

Page 141: ...ster portion of the tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing 4 Install the gasket and then insert the tail pipe into the muffler and align the bolt holes 5 Install the bolts and tighten them to the specified torque 1 Tailpipe bolt 1 1 1 Gasket 2 Spark arrester 3 Tailpipe Tightening torque Tailpipe bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf 3 2 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 37 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 142: ...serviced or ad justed brakes could lead to a loss in brak ing ability and an accident EBU32480 Checking the front and rear brake pads Each brake pad is provided with wear indica tor grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear without having to disassem ble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indi cator gr...

Page 143: ...vel 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 39 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 144: ... 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 the cause before further riding EBU32520 Brake fluid replacement Complete fluid replacement should be done only by trained Y...

Page 145: ... Yamaha dealer check and adjust the park ing brake at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart EBU32550 Brake light switch adjustment The brake light switch which 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 hold...

Page 146: ...s becomes damaged Cables can also become frayed or kinked Lubricate the cable 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 1 Brake light switch 2 Adjusting nut a b 1 2 Recommended lubricant Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant Recommended lubricant Lithium soa...

Page 147: ...rvals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bushes if necessary EBU32590 Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lu brication left and right Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots with a grease gun U2MB70E0 book Page 43 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 148: ...l 1 Loosen the wheel nuts 2 Elevate the vehicle and place a suitable stand under the frame 3 Remove the nuts from the wheel 4 Remove the wheel Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease U2MB70E0 book Page 44 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 149: ...must replace the tires in pairs front or rear with tires of the same size and type as the originals Never replace just one tire WARNING EWB03390 Installing improper tires on your Yamaha Wolverine can affect handling and stability This can cause a loss of control The tires listed below have been approved by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America for this model 1 Wheel nut 1 1 Front tire ...

Page 150: ...ack width Install ing wheels improperly increases the risk of wheel failure and accidents EBU32640 Battery The battery is located under the hood See page 8 10 for hood removal and installation procedures This model is equipped with a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add dis tilled water However the battery lead con nections need to be checked a...

Page 151: ... of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Get prompt medical attention EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention WARNING EWB03420 Batteries may produce explosive gases Ventilate when charging or using in a closed space Keep batteries away from sparks flames cigarettes or other sourc es of ignition To remove the battery 1 Turn the key to off 2 Remove the hood See page 8 1...

Page 152: ...002 6 Pull the battery out of its compartment To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have dis charged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Air intake duct panel 2 1 1 Positive battery lead red 2 Battery band 3 Negative battery l...

Page 153: ...onth and fully charge it if necessary NOTICE ECB00941 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause perma nent battery damage To install the battery TIP Be sure the battery is fully charged 1 Place the battery in its compartment 2 Connect the positive battery lead first then the negative battery lead by install ing their bolt NOTICE When installing the battery the main swi...

Page 154: ...ry Do not touch the positive lead of the jumper cable to the negative lead Do not reverse the polarity of the jumper cables when connecting to the batteries However if the vehicle must be jump started proceed as follows 1 Turn the key to off 2 Remove the hood See page 8 10 for hood removal and installation proce dures 3 Using a charged 12 volt battery connect the positive lead of the jumper cable ...

Page 155: ...tarts disconnect the negative lead of the jumper cable from the frame and charged battery and then disconnect the positive lead of the jump er cable from the charged battery and the battery in the vehicle 7 Install the hood EBU33100 Fuse replacement The main fuse the fuel injection system fuse the EPS fuse and the fuse box are located under the hood See page 8 10 for hood re moval and installation...

Page 156: ...injection system fuse 5 Fuel injection system spare fuse 1 3 2 4 5 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 Radiator fan motor fuse FAN 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 7 U2MB70E0 book Page 52 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 157: ...se 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 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 ...

Page 158: ...ystem 5 Install the hood EBU32670 Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out 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 3 Disconnect the headlight coupler 1 Cover at the rear of the headlight 1 1 Headlight bulb cover 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 54 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 159: ... holder NOTICE 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 affected Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with alcohol or thin ner ECB00652 1 Headlight coupler 1 Headlight bulb holder 1 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 55 ...

Page 160: ... the headlight beam if necessary EBU32680 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 adjusting screw 1 a b U2MB70E0 book Page 56 Thur...

Page 161: ...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 requires any repair take it to a Yamaha deal er The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealer ship have the tools experience and know how to pro...

Page 162: ...oke 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 58 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 163: ...maha 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 elec...

Page 164: ...e recommended coolant tap water can be used temporarily provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the 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 Add coolant See TIP Restart t...

Page 165: ...ugh pressure to do the job WARNING Test the brakes after washing Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to let friction dry out the linings Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability increasing the chance of an ac cident EWB03470 NOTICE Excessive wa ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electri cal devices Many expensive rep...

Page 166: ...e engine and let it idle for several minutes EBU32740 Storage Long term storage 60 days or more of your vehicle will require some preventive proce dures to guard against deterioration Make any necessary repairs before storing the vehi 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 Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer ...

Page 167: ... air atmo sphere coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light film of oil Do not apply oil to any rubber parts or the seat covers 7 Remove the battery 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 less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F Use of fuel stabilizer and conditioner elimi nates the need to drain the fuel...

Page 168: ...nt 708 cm Bore stroke 103 0 85 0 mm 4 06 3 35 in Compression ratio 10 1 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 Engine oil quantity Without oil filter cartridge replacement 2 20 L 2 33 US qt 1 94 Imp qt 0 10 30...

Page 169: ...ment Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 37 0 L 9 77 US gal 8 14 Imp gal Fuel injection Throttle body ID mark 2MB1 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 drive Secondary reduction ratio 43 21 17 12 33 9 10 636 Transmission ...

Page 170: ...maximum Front 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Rear 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Minimum Vehicle load 0 maximum Front 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi 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 Disc brake Operation Unified brake Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Disc brake Operati...

Page 171: ...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 Parking brake indicator light LED On Command four wheel drive differential gear lock indicator LCD High range indicator light LED Low range indicator light LED Differential gear lock indicator light LED EPS warning light LED Helmet Se...

Page 172: ...10 5 10 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 U2MB70E0 book Page 5 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 173: ...rence 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 identi...

Page 174: ...n will 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 U2MB70E0 book Page ...

Page 175: ...11 3 11 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 U2MB70E0 book Page 3 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 176: ...sly 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 be ...

Page 177: ...sed 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 other...

Page 178: ...4 4 Cup holders 4 19 D Differential gear oil Periodic maintenance 8 22 Differential gear oil Pre operation check 5 7 Doors 4 14 Driver seat position 4 16 Drive select lever 4 13 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving 6 3 E Engine break in 6 1 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge Periodic maintenance 8 14 Engine oil Pre operation check 5 5 Engine trouble warning light 4 4 EPS warning light...

Page 179: ...er handhold Pre operation check 5 8 R Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication 8 43 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 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the front 4 22 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the rear 4 27 Spark arrester cleaning 8 36 Spark plug inspecting 8 30 Specific...

Page 180: ...2 3 12 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 11 2 Vehicle identification number 11 1 W Warranty 11 4 Wheel installation 8 46 Wheel removal 8 44 U2MB70E0 book Page 3 Thursday January 22 2015 8 54 AM ...

Page 181: ...right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out Genuine Yamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicians at your authorized Yamaha dealer use Service manua...

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