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4. While pushing the projections on the air

filter frame inward, remove the air filter el-
ement holder.

5. Remove the sponge material from the air

filter frame.

6. Wash the sponge material gently but

thoroughly in parts cleaning solvent.

WARNING! Using gasoline or other
flammable solvents to clean the air fil-
ter element can cause a fire or explo-
sion, which could lead to serious
injury.

[EWB03360]

7. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the

sponge material.

NOTICE:

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the sponge material when squeezing
it.

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1. Air filter element holder
2. Projection

1. Air filter element holder
2. Sponge material
3. Air filter frame

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Summary of Contents for WOLVERINE YXE70WPAH

Page 1: ...DIC183 2MB F8199 7B YXE70WPXH YXE70WPHH YXE70WPAH OWNER S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information ...

Page 2: ...laan 101 1119 NC Schiphol Rijk The Netherlands Signature Akihiro Tsuzuki Date of Issue to which this declaration applies conforms to the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 2006 42 EC To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements stated in the Directives of EEC the following standards and or technical specifications were consulted Title and or numb...

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

Page 4: ...afety 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 inform...

Page 5: ...ce before choosing where to operate this vehicle It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where vehicles its size are prohibited EBU33130 YXE70WPXH YXE70WPHH YXE70WPAH OWNER S MANUAL 2016 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition February 2016 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in U S A ...

Page 6: ...Accelerator pedal 4 13 Brake pedal 4 13 Parking brake lever 4 13 Drive select lever 4 14 Fuel tank cap 4 15 Doors 4 15 Seats 4 15 Adjusting the driver seat position 4 16 Seat belts 4 17 Glove compartment 4 18 Storage compartments 4 19 Cup holders 4 20 Cargo bed 4 21 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies 4 23 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assemblies 4 28 Trailer hitch bracket and receiv...

Page 7: ...OW 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 ...

Page 8: ...knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication left and right 8 44 Steering shaft lubrication 8 44 Wheel removal 8 45 Tire replacement 8 45 Wheel installation 8 46 Battery 8 47 Jump starting 8 50 Fuse replacement 8 52 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 54 Headlight beam adjustment 8 57 Tail brake light bulb replacement 8 57 Troubleshooting 8 58 Troubleshooting charts 8 59 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 ...

Page 9: ... labels on your vehicle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer U2MB7BE0 book Page 1 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 10: ...1 2 1 For Europe 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 10 11 12 15 6 10 10 16 19 17 18 1 7 8 14 13 7 U2MB7BE0 book Page 2 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

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Page 12: ...legs or head outside of 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 4 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 13: ...ublics à moins que les véhicules hors route y soient autorisés les collisions avec voitures et camions arrivent en un clin d œil Ne pas dépasser le nombre de places disponibles 1 passager Être préparé Attacher la ceinture de sécurité Porter un casque homologué une protection pour les yeux et une tenue de protection Le conducteur doit pouvoir rejoindre aisément toutes les commandes alors qu il est ...

Page 14: ...ains et bras dans l habitacle et agripper le volant ou la poignée de maintien 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 agrippe...

Page 15: ...d and strike occupants Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side and as low as possible Top heavy loads increase the risk of a rollover Do not tow or pull objects from any point other than the trailer hitch bracket or winch if installed 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 con...

Page 16: ...ids 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 17: ...n objet d un point autre que la fixation du timon ou le treuil le cas échéant Le mauvais usage de la caisse de chargement ou de l arceau de protection peut provoquer de graves blessures ou la mort par suite d une perte de contrôle d un capotage ou d un accident quelconque Aucun passager dans la caisse de chargement YAMAHA 1XD K7762 00 WARNING Any part of your body arms legs or head outside of the ...

Page 18: ...rgement afin de l immobiliser Ne jamais dépasser le poids en flèche de 490 N 50 kgf 110 lbf du dispositif d attelage Ne pas remorquer une charge totale de plus de 6664 N 680 kgf 1500 lbf remorque plus chargement N attacher charge ou remorque qu au support de fixation d attelage Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant de charger le véhicule et de remorquer ou tirer une charge 16 17 U2MB7BE0 book Page ...

Page 19: ...turn 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 18 19 U2MB7BE0 book Page 11 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 20: ...feet flat on floor and sitting upright with back against seat Driver must be able to comfor tably reach all controls while sitting upright with back against seat Wear an approved helmet eye protection and protective gear Fasten seat belts Do 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 ...

Page 21: ...ds prêts à encaisser le choc portière fermée 1XD F8446 00 Be Prepared Adjust lock and never remove handhold Always use handhold Never hold cage Always wear seatbelt and helmet 1XD F8446 10 Toujours prévoir l imprévu Régler et verrouiller la poignée de maintien ne jamais la retirer Toujours agripper la poignée de maintien non l arceau de protection Toujours porter la ceinture de sécurité et un casq...

Page 22: ...1 14 1 For Oceania 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 5 6 7 3 5 5 U2MB7BE0 book Page 14 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

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Page 24: ...ot try to stop a vehicle tipover using your arm or leg YAMAHA 1XD K8483 00 WARNING Do not rest hands or arms on door or shoulder bolster To avoid Injury keep hands and arms completely Inside the vehicle by holding the steering wheel or handhold WARNING Fuel vapors can be a fire or explosion hazard To avoid injury or death never store fuel or flammable liquids in this storage compartment Storage sh...

Page 25: ...d and strike occupants Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side and as low as possible Top heavy loads increase the risk of a rollover Do not tow or pull objects from any point other than the trailer hitch bracket or winch if installed 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 con...

Page 26: ...tongue weight Do not exceed maximum vehicle load Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 975 kg 2150 lbs maximum including vehicle weight of operator passengers accessories cargo and if applicable trailer tongue weight OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE With tires cold set as follows YAMAHA 1XD K7762 00 WARNING Any part of your body arms legs or head outside of the vehicle can be crushed by the cage frame If you think o...

Page 27: ...rturn 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 8 9 U2MB7BE0 book Page 19 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 28: ...icle Passenger must be able to reach the handhold while keeping feet flat on floor and sitting upright with back against seat Driver must be able to comfor tably reach all controls while sitting upright with back against seat Wear an approved helmet eye protection and protective gear Fasten seat belts Do not allow anyone to ride in the cargo bed Avoid side hilling riding across slopes Plan for hil...

Page 29: ... 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 thes...

Page 30: ...ould wear seat belts properly 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 ...

Page 31: ...for 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 ...

Page 32: ...a rollover Avoid sideways sliding skidding or back wheel sliding 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 ...

Page 33: ...avoid sharp drop offs large rocks or slippery surfaces Operating this vehicle through deep or fast flowing water can lead to loss of control or overturn To reduce your risk of drowning or other injuries use care when crossing through water When loaded with cargo or towing a trailer Reduce speed operate in low gear only and allow more room to stop Avoid hills and rough terrain Use extreme caution w...

Page 34: ...artially 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 us...

Page 35: ...any 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 ...

Page 36: ... 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 1 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 37: ...1 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 2 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 38: ...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 16 Horn switch U2MB7BE0 book Page 3 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 39: ...not 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 1 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 A...

Page 40: ...fferential 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 41: ... 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 42: ... 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 Yama...

Page 43: ... or snow the power assist is reduced to protect the EPS motor from overheating EBU31360 Helmet indicator light The indicator light comes on and stays on while the key is turned to on to remind the occupants to always wear a helmet If the indicator light does not come on when the key is turned to on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EBU31370 Seat belt indicator light The indicator l...

Page 44: ...peed The speedometer can be set to mph or km h This also changes the odometer and tripmeter units between miles and kilometers To change the display be tween mph and km h turn the key to off then while holding the SELECT button pushed turn the key to on 1 CLOCK button 2 RESET button 3 SELECT button 4 Speedometer 5 Fuel gauge 6 Clock Hour meter Voltage display 7 Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B 3 2...

Page 45: ...t can be traveled with a full tank of gas etc Push the SELECT button to switch between the odometer ODO and the tripmeters TRIP A and TRIP B in the following order ODO TRIP A TRIP B ODO To reset a tripmeter set the display to the tripmeter you want to reset then push the RESET button for three seconds TIP The odometer will lock at 99999 The tripmeters will reset and continue counting after 9999 9 ...

Page 46: ...der CLOCK HOUR CLOCK To set the clock 1 Set the display to the clock 2 Push both the SELECT button and RESET button for three seconds The hour digits will start flashing 3 Push the RESET button to set the hours 4 Push the SELECT button and the mi nute digits will start flashing 5 Push the RESET button to set the minu tes 6 Push the SELECT button and then re lease it to start the clock 1 SELECT but...

Page 47: ...e battery charging circuit or the battery may be faulty If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the vehicle Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The display segments of the fuel gauge disappear from F full towards E empty as the fuel level decreases When the E segment disappears and the fuel level warning indicator flashes refuel as soon as possible T...

Page 48: ...uits If a problem is detected in any of those cir cuits the engine trouble warning light will come on or flash and the display will indicate an error code If the display indicates an error code note the code number and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 1 Fuel level warning indicator 2 Fuel gauge 3 E segment 1 2 3 1 Error code display 2 Engine trouble warning light 2 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 10 Th...

Page 49: ...t the switch to to turn on the high beam and the taillights Set the switch to to turn off the head lights and taillights NOTICE ECB02060 Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for an extended period of time The battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly If this should happen remove the battery and recharge it 1 Light switch L H 1 L H L H U2MB7...

Page 50: ...lied to the rear wheels only 4WD four wheel drive Power is sup plied to the rear and front wheels DIFF LOCK four wheel drive with the dif ferential gear locked Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels with the differen tial gear locked Unlike the 4WD mode all wheels turn at the same speed regardless of traction EBU33192 Horn switch Press the switch to sound the horn 1 On Command drive knob 2...

Page 51: ...slow or stop the ve hicle EBU33451 Parking brake lever The parking brake lever is located at the right side of the driver s seat Setting the parking brake lever will help keep the vehicle from moving while parked To set the parking brake pull the lever rear ward completely To release the parking brake pull rearward on the lever press the release button and then push the lever all the way forward 1...

Page 52: ...ged a buzzer will sound 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 Release button 2 Parking brake lever 2 1 1 Drive select lever 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 14 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 53: ...0 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 EBU33461 Seats To remove a seat cushion lift the front of the cushion and then pull the cushion off 1 Fuel tank cap 1 1 Door 2 Latch 2 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 15 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 54: ...ward Make sure the seats are properly secured before starting off WARNING A loose seat could cause the operator to lose control or cau se the operator or passenger to fall EWB03510 EBU31480 Adjusting the driver seat position The driver seat can be adjusted to one of three positions to suit the driver s preference 1 Driver seat cushion 2 Passenger seat cushion 1 2 U2MB7BE0 book Page 16 Thursday Mar...

Page 55: ...es in the vehicle frame 4 Install the bolts and then tighten the bolts to the specified torque 5 Install the cushion EBU33471 Seat belts This vehicle is equipped with three point seat belts for the driver and passenger Always wear the seat belts properly while riding in the vehicle See page 7 5 for more information 1 Bolt 1 1 Tightening torque Driver seat bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft U2MB7BE0 bo...

Page 56: ...tment 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 NOTICE ECB02071 To protect from damage do not put metal items like tools or sharply edged items di rectly in the glove compartment If they must be stored wrap them in appropriate cushioning material 1 Seat belt 1 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 18 Thu...

Page 57: ... 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 edged items di rectly in the storage compartment If these items must be stored wrap them in appro priate cush...

Page 58: ...rs otherwise the contents may spill and the glass contain ers may be thrown about and break and possibly injure people in the vehicle dur ing sudden braking or an accident Do not place any other items than seal able plastic containers in the cup hold ers otherwise they may be thrown 1 Storage compartment 1 Storage compartment 1 1 Maximum load limit Storage compartment between the driver seat and t...

Page 59: ...ed 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 in the cargo bed 1 Cup holder 1 1 Cargo hook 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 21 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 60: ... the tail gate To install the tailgate Place the tailgate in the original position and then hook the latches The tailgate can also be installed at the front of the cargo bed Install the tailgate and hook the latches as shown 1 Cargo hook Maximum load limit 136 0 kg 300 lb 1 1 Tailgate 2 Latch 2 2 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 22 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 61: ...usting 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 ECB00091 Never turn an adjusting mechanism be yond t...

Page 62: ...ring 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 the higher the spring preload the longer distance A is the lower the ...

Page 63: ...se 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 N m 3 0 kgf m 22 lb ft 1 Rebound damping force adjusting scre...

Page 64: ...direction 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 Standar...

Page 65: ...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 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 ...

Page 66: ...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 poor handling and loss of stability which could lead to an accident NOTICE ECB000...

Page 67: ... 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 ...

Page 68: ...se 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 N m 3 0 kgf m 22 lb ft 1 Rebound damping force adjusting scre...

Page 69: ...direction 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 Standar...

Page 70: ...and 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 f...

Page 71: ...nd 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 use...

Page 72: ...ries 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 t...

Page 73: ...operate 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 42 Parking brake Check for proper operation 8 42...

Page 74: ...ion and belt wear 5 6 Passenger handhold Check for stability and proper fastening 5 7 7 8 Steering Check for proper operation 5 7 Fittings and fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners 5 7 Instruments lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary 5 7 8 54 8 57 8 57 Wheels and tires Check tire pressure and for wear and damage 5 8 8 45 8 46 Axle boots Check for damage 8 29 ITEM ROUTI...

Page 75: ...page 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 drive Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are work ing properly...

Page 76: ...ed fuel immediately 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 spil...

Page 77: ...ark 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 NOTICE ECB00301 In order to prevent clutch slippage since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel specification of CD or oils of a higher quality than specified In addition do not use oils la...

Page 78: ...distilled water EBU36020 Final gear Make sure there is no oil leaking from the final gear case EBU36030 Differential gear Make sure there is no oil leaking from the dif ferential gear case EBU31790 Accelerator pedal Check to see that the accelerator pedal oper ates correctly It must operate smoothly and spring back to the idle position fully when re leased Have a Yamaha dealer repair as nec essary...

Page 79: ... Check that the handhold bar and its supports are in good condition Confirm that the lock ing pins are securely fastened and then push and pull on the handhold to make sure that it is not loose EBU31820 Steering Park on level ground Turn the steering wheel right and left Check for excessive free play abnormal noises or a rough feeling Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation E...

Page 80: ...eration of this vehicle with improper tire pressure may cause severe injury or death from loss of control or roll over Tire pressure below the minimum specified could also cause the tire to dis lodge from the rim under severe driving conditions EWB04120 Set tire pressures to the following specifica tions Recommended tire pressure Vehicle load 0 maximum Front 75 0 kPa 0 750 kgf cm 11 psi Rear 75 0 ...

Page 81: ...re pressure and use the second reading Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 9 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 82: ... 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 substan...

Page 83: ...n the neutral indicator light should come on If the neutral indi cator light does not come on ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the electric circuit The engine can be started in any gear if the brake pedal is applied However it is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine 4 With your foot off the accelerator pedal start the engine by turning the key to start If the engine fails to ...

Page 84: ...dle 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 pres...

Page 85: ...he 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 ...

Page 86: ...The different drive indicators and the differential gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK come on as follows Knob position Indication Drive mode No indicator light 2WD two wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear wheels 4WD four wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels DIFF LOCK four wheel drive with the differential gear locked Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels and t...

Page 87: ...ator light are flashing turning the steering wheel back and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage or disengage Driving with the differential gear not properly engaged or disengaged e g when the indicator and indicator light are flashing will cause the vehicle speed to be limited until the differential gear is completely engaged or disengaged U2MB7BE0 book Page 6 Thursday March 3 201...

Page 88: ... 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 89: ...ow gear whenever you are carrying heavier loads or when towing a trailer WARNING EWB03320 Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in crease the risk of loss of control an over turn or other accident To reduce the risk of an accident Reduce speed operate in low gear only and allow more room to stop A heavier vehicle takes longer to stop Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose terrain carefully Use extr...

Page 90: ...ns 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 ...

Page 91: ...BU33511 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 keepin...

Page 92: ... or older with a valid motor ve hicle license Check country laws for mini mum age requirements The driver must be 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 countries have implemented...

Page 93: ...e passenger handhold Allow only one passenger in the vehicle and only in the designated passenger seat Do not 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 ch...

Page 94: ... work together and when properly used these features will help protect the occupants in the event of an accident If these features are not used prop erly they can cause injury 1 Seat belt 2 Shoulder bolster 3 Door 1 2 3 1 1 Passenger handhold 2 Shoulder bolster 3 Door 1 2 3 U2MB7BE0 book Page 4 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 95: ...d outside of the vehicle can be crushed by the vehicle cage frame Seat belts Seat belts should be worn by the driver and passenger The driver must be sure that the passenger is belted before driving Be sure the seat belt is not twisted is close fitting across the hips and chest and is latched securely Do not wear the seat belt across the abdo men or stomach Do not put the seat belt behind the back...

Page 96: ...belt properly do the follow ing 1 Hold the latch plate as you pull the belt across your lap and chest Make sure the belt is not twisted and is not caught on any portion of the vehicle your clothing or any equipment you are carrying 2 If the latch plate is not positioned in the correct location along the seat belt squeeze the latch plate ends together along its long edges in order to more eas ily a...

Page 97: ...er your shoulder and across your chest The shoulder belt should fit against your chest If it is loose pull the belt out all the way and then let it retract 6 Check if the seat belt shoulder position suits the size of the driver and passenger To lower the belt insert the belt into the seat belt height adjuster slot as shown To raise the belt remove the belt from the height adjuster slot 1 Buckle 2 ...

Page 98: ...arm or hand on the door during operation Your hand or arm may be struck by objects or crushed against outside objects or the ground during a rollover Passenger handhold The passenger handhold is provided to grip during operation to maintain proper position and balance Holding onto the handhold helps to reduce the likelihood that the pas senger puts a hand outside the vehicle if the vehicle begins ...

Page 99: ... passenger s preference Adjust the handhold position as follows 1 Remove the locking pins 2 Slide the handhold to the desired position and align the holes in the handhold bar with the holes in the handhold supports 1 Passenger handhold 2 Locking pin 2 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 9 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 100: ...e seats and shoulder bolsters are designed to help keep you in the vehicle Do not put your hand or arm on or outside of the shoul der bolster during operation Your hand or arm may be struck by objects or crushed against outside objects or the ground during a rollover 1 Handhold support 2 Handhold bar 2 1 1 1 Wire loop 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 10 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 101: ...r palms on the out side of the steering wheel Similar to other off road vehicles if the Wolverine hits a deep rut or large obstacle the steering wheel could briefly jerk in one direction or back and forth as the tires and vehicle respond to the obsta cle This 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 t...

Page 102: ... lowing to reduce risk of injury in an accident Approved motorcycle helmet that fits prop erly CORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE INCORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE 1 Approved motorcycle helmet 2 Eye protection 3 Long sleeved shirt or jacket 4 Gloves 5 Long pants 6 Over the ankle boots 1 2 3 4 5 6 U2MB7BE0 book Page 12 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 103: ...ion such as a face shield or goggles may reduce the risk of foreign material getting in your eyes and help prevent loss of vision Practice for new Yamaha Wolverine users You should become familiar with the perfor mance characteristics of the vehicle in a lar ge flat area that is free of obstacles and other vehicles Practice controlling the accelerator pedal brakes steering and drive select lever D...

Page 104: ...rns turning the steering wheel too far or too fast can result in loss of control or a rollover Slow down before entering turns When making tight turns from a stand still or at slow speeds avoid sudden or hard acceleration Driving aggressively or making abrupt maneuvers even on flat open areas can cause side rollovers Avoid sideways slid ing skidding or back wheel sliding and nev er do donuts If yo...

Page 105: ...smoothly The centrifugal clutch will engage and the vehicle will begin to accelerate Avoid higher speeds and sudden or hard ac celeration until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your vehicle Avoid sud den or hard acceleration in any turn Braking When slowing down or stopping take your foot off the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal smoothly Improper use of the brakes can c...

Page 106: ... to try to stop the vehicle Parking on a flat area When parking on a flat area stop the engine and shift the drive select lever into the neutral position Apply the parking brake to help pre vent the vehicle from rolling Parking on a slope The parking brake acts only on the rear wheels when in 2WD For the parking brake to take effect on all four wheels shift to DIFF LOCK before stopping the engine ...

Page 107: ...ks bumps or holes without enough time to react To avoid loss of control or rollover always be alert to changing surfaces or terrain when operating the vehicle Your Yamaha Wolverine has higher ground clearance and other features to handle rug ged terrain and as a result can overturn in situations where some vehicles may not Abrupt maneuvers or aggressive driving can cause loss of control including ...

Page 108: ...increases your risk of roll over Practice first on gentle slopes before at tempting steeper hills Always check the terrain carefully before attempting any hill To climb a hill you need traction momentum and steady throttle For more traction and control for climbing steeper and or rougher slopes shift into low gear and select 4WD or DIFF LOCK Travel fast enough to main tain momentum but not so fast...

Page 109: ...f the brakes which could cause the vehicle to slide If you are sliding or skidding try to steer in the direction the vehicle is sliding to regain con trol For example if you feel the back of the vehicle start to slide to your right steer to the right If you must turn on the hill to avoid an obsta cle do so slowly and carefully If the vehicle starts to tip immediately steer in the downhill directio...

Page 110: ...f drowning or other injuries use care when crossing through water Wet brakes may have reduced effectiveness After leaving the water test your brakes If necessary apply the brakes several times to let friction dry out the linings NOTICE ECB02170 After driving your vehicle in water be sure to drain the trapped water by removing the check hoses at the bottom of the air filter case and air duct and th...

Page 111: ...topped To reduce the risk of fire during operation or after leaving the vehicle do not let brush grass and other materials collect under the vehicle near the muffler or exhaust pipe or next to other hot parts Check under the vehicle after operating in areas where combustible materials may have collected Do not idle or park the vehicle in long dry grass or other dry ground cover Encountering obstac...

Page 112: ...tion about your ability to maneuver safely over the obstacle you should turn around if the ground is flat and you have the room or back up until you find a less difficult path U2MB7BE0 book Page 22 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 113: ...hile 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 o...

Page 114: ...ice 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 U2MB7B...

Page 115: ... 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 3 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 116: ... 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 and adjust if neces sary Every 2500 km 1600 mi for the first 75...

Page 117: ... 6 Air induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts if necessary 7 Spark arrester Clean NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1200 750 2400 1500 2400 1500 4800 3000 hours 20 75 150 150 300 U2MB7BE0 book Page 5 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 118: ...necessary Every 20 40 hours more often in wet or dusty areas 3 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 4 Engine oil filter cartridge Replace 5 Final gear oil Dif ferential gear oil Check oil level and for leakage Change 6 Front brake Check operation brake pad wear fluid leak age see page 8 8 Correct if necessary Replace pads if worn to the limit 7 Rear brake Check operation brake pad wear fl...

Page 119: ...4 Front and rear suspension Check operation and for oil leakage Correct if necessary 15 Steering system Check operation and for looseness Replace if damaged Check toe in Adjust if necessary 16 Stabilizer bushes Check for cracks or other damage and re place if necessary 17 Rear knuckle up per and lower piv ots Lubricate with lithium soap based grease NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes f...

Page 120: ...nge 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 6...

Page 121: ...8 9 8 Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U2MB7BE0 book Page 9 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 122: ...340 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 10 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 123: ...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 EBU33602 Panels Left panel To remove the left panel 1 Remove the bolts 2 Open the driver door and then remove the quick fastener screws 1 Bolt 2 Left panel 1 2 U2MB7BE0 book Page 11 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46...

Page 124: ...panel in the original position and then install the bolts and quick fastener screws Right panel To remove the right panel 1 Remove the bolts 2 Open the passenger door and then re move the quick fastener screws 1 Quick fastener screw 1 1 1 Bolt 2 Right panel 1 2 U2MB7BE0 book Page 12 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 125: ...he bolts and quick fastener screws 3 Install the fuel tank cap Right rear panel To remove the right rear panel 1 Remove the right panel 2 Remove the quick fastener screws 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 fastener screws 2 Install the right panel 1 Quick fastener screw 1 1 1 Right rear panel 2 Quick fas...

Page 126: ... 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 127: ...he 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 15 Thursday March 3 2016 11 ...

Page 128: ...veral 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 16 Thursday ...

Page 129: ...tridge If the O ring remains attached to the crankcase oil leakage may occur TIP An oil filter wrench is available from a Yamaha dealer 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 U2MB7BE0 book Page 17 Thursday March 3 2016 ...

Page 130: ...ten 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 N m 1 5 kgf m 11 lb ft 1 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 22 N m 2 2 kgf m 16 lb ft 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 18 Thursday March 3 2016 ...

Page 131: ... 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 replacemen...

Page 132: ...r oil filler bolt and its gasket and then check the oil level in the final gear case The oil level should be at the brim of the 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 In...

Page 133: ... oil up to the brim of the filler hole NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case ECB00422 TIP GL 4 is a quality and additive rating GL 5 rated hypoid gear oils may also be used If desired an SAE 80W 90 hypoid gear oil may be used instead Tightening torque Final gear oil filler bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft 1 Final gear oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 2 1 Tightening torque Final gear o...

Page 134: ...cking the differential gear oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt and its gasket and then check the oil lev el It should be up to the brim of the filler hole 3 If the level is low add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the specified level NOTICE Be sure no for eign material enters the differential gear case ECB00412 Tighte...

Page 135: ...differential gear oil drain bolt and their gasket to drain the oil 4 Install the differential gear oil drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 5 Refill the differential gear case with the recommended oil NOTICE Be sure no foreign material enters the differential gear case ECB00412 Tightening torque Differential gear oil filler bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft ...

Page 136: ...evel should be checked before each ride In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart Checking the coolant level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold as the coolant level varies with engine tempera ture TIP The coolant should be between the minimum and...

Page 137: ...Always place a thick rag over the cap when opening Allow 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 1 Coolant reservoir cap 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark ...

Page 138: ...ain the coolant from the en gine and radiator 6 Place a container under the coolant res ervoir to collect the used coolant 7 Remove the coolant reservoir cap 1 Radiator cap 1 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 U2MB7BE0 book Page 26 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 139: ...commended coolant into the radiator until it is full 13 Pour the recommended coolant into the reservoir to the maximum level mark and then install the reservoir cap NOTICE ECB02190 Mix antifreeze with distilled water only However if distilled water is not available soft water may be used for refilling Do not use hard water or salt water since they are harmful to the engine 1 Coolant reservoir cap ...

Page 140: ... Loosen the cylinder head air bleed bolt without removing it to allow all of the air to escape from the air bleed bolt hole Antifreeze water mixture ratio 1 1 Recommended antifreeze High quality ethylene glycol antifreeze con taining corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines Coolant quantity Radiator including all routes 2 85 L 3 01 US qt 2 51 Imp qt Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark ...

Page 141: ...r and then install the radiator cap 23 Check the coolant level in the reservoir If necessary remove 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 h...

Page 142: ...ction Removal 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Use the spark plug wrench in the tool kit to remove the spark plug as shown 1 Front axle boot 1 Rear axle boot 1 1 1 1 1 Spark plug cap 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 30 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 143: ...ould periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If electrode erosion becomes ex cessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive you should replace the spark plug with the specified plug Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thick ness gauge and if necessary adjust the gap to specification 1 Spark plug wre...

Page 144: ... often if the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty areas Each time air filter ele ment maintenance is performed check the air inlet to the air filter case for obstructions Check the air filter element rubber joint to the throttle body and manifold fittings for an air tight seal Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the en gine NOTICE ECB02270 Never ope...

Page 145: ...e pas senger seat as shown 2 Remove the air filter case cover by un hooking the holders 3 Remove the air filter element 1 Storage compartment 1 1 Air filter case cover 2 Air filter case cover holder 1 Air filter element 1 2 2 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 33 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 146: ...NG Using gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air fil ter element can cause a fire or explo sion which could lead to serious injury EWB03360 7 Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material NOTICE Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 1 Air filter element holder 2 Projection 1 2 1 Air filter element holder 2 Sponge material 3 Air filter frame 3 2 1 U2MB7BE...

Page 147: ...1 Thoroughly apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality liquid foam air filter oil not spray type to the sponge material The sponge material should be wet but not dripping 12 Pull the sponge material over its frame 13 Install the air filter element holder 14 Install the air filter element 15 Fit the holders on the air filter case cover onto the projections on the air filter case and then in...

Page 148: ...r case EBU33691 V belt case drain plug The V belt case drain plug is located behind the left panel See page 8 11 for left panel re moval and installation procedures After operating in water deep enough to allow water to enter the V belt case remove the drain plug to drain any water from the case If water drains from the V belt case after re moving the drain plug have a Yamaha dealer inspect the ve...

Page 149: ...t start the engine while cleaning the ex haust system 1 Remove the tailpipe bolts 2 Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the muffler and then remove the gasket 3 Tap the tailpipe lightly and then use a wire brush to remove any carbon depos its from the spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing 1 V belt case drain plug 1 1 Tailpipe bolt 1 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 37 ...

Page 150: ...st be adjusted regularly This adjust ment however should be left to a professional Yamaha service technician EBU32470 Brakes Replacement of brake components requires professional knowledge Brake service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB02572 Operating with improperly serviced or ad justed brakes could lead to a loss in brak ing ability and an accident 1 Gasket 2 Spark arrester 3 T...

Page 151: ...or grooves have almost disappeared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads See pages 8 45 8 46 for wheel removal and installation procedures EBU32501 Checking the brake fluid level Before starting off check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Replenish...

Page 152: ...r seals may deteriorate causing leakage Refill with the same type of brake fluid Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reac tion Be careful that water does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Wa ter will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock NOTICE ECB01161 Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or plastic p...

Page 153: ...Have a Yamaha dealer replace the following components during periodic maintenance or when they are damaged or leaking Replace the oil seals every two years Replace the brake hoses every four years EBU32530 Checking the brake pedal Have a Yamaha dealer check the brakes at the intervals specified in the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart There should be no free play in the brake pedal The b...

Page 154: ... on just before braking takes effect If necessary adjust the brake light switch as follows Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in place To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in di rection a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EBU35930 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING EWB03380 Damaged cables could restr...

Page 155: ...ecking the stabilizer bushes The stabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bushes if necessary Recommended lubricant Yamalube LubezAll synthetic lubricant spray with PTFE Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease U2MB7BE0 book Page 43 Thursday March 3 2016 11 ...

Page 156: ...ht Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots with a grease gun EBU32600 Steering shaft lubrication Lubricate the pivot points Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease U2MB7BE0 book Page 44 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 157: ...he same size and type of tires recommended in this owner s manual The tires that came with your Yamaha Wolverine were designed to match the performance ca pabilities and to provide the best combination of handling braking and comfort It is best to replace all four tires at the same time If that is not possible you must replace the tires in 1 Wheel nut 1 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 45 Thursday March 3 201...

Page 158: ...ca for this model EBU33030 Wheel installation 1 Install the wheel and the nuts TIP For YXE70WPXH YXE70WPHH tapered nuts are used for both the front and rear wheels Install the nuts with their tapered side towards the wheel 2 Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is on the ground 3 Tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross pattern to the specified torque Front tire Size 26 x 8 12NHS Manufacturer model M...

Page 159: ...and if necessary tightened WARNING EWB03410 Avoid battery contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield eyes when working near batteries Keep out of reach of children You could be poisoned or severely burned by the sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte In case of accidental contact with battery electrolyte EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of ma...

Page 160: ...removal and installation proce dures 3 Remove the air intake duct panel by re moving the quick fastener screws 4 Unhook the battery bands 5 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead by remov ing their bolt NOTICE When removing the battery the main switch must be off and the negative lead must be dis connected before the positive lead ECB01002 1 Quick fastener screw ...

Page 161: ...harger is required Using a con ventional battery charger will damage the battery To store the battery If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it and then place it in a cool dry place If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully charge it if necessary NOTICE ECB00941 Always keep the battery charged St...

Page 162: ... the hood EBU32650 Jump starting Jump starting the vehicle should be avoided The battery should be removed and charged instead WARNING EWB03430 To avoid battery explosion and or serious damage to the electrical system Do not connect the negative lead of the jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery Do not touch the positive lead of the jumper cable to the negative lead Do not reverse th...

Page 163: ...harged battery 4 Connect the negative lead of the jumper cable to the negative terminal of the charged battery and the other end of the negative lead to an unpainted metal sur face of the frame of the vehicle to be started 5 Start the engine Refer to Starting the engine on page 6 2 6 After the engine starts disconnect the negative lead of the jumper cable from the frame and charged battery and the...

Page 164: ...0 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 procedures 1 Fuse box 2 Main fuse 3 EPS fuse 4 Fuel injection system fuse 5 Fuel injection system spare fuse 1 3 2 4 5 U2MB7BE0 book Page 52 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 165: ...hen install a new fuse of the specified amperage WARNING Always use a fuse of the specified amperage Never use any material in place of the proper fuse Using an improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system and may lead to a fire EWB03440 1 Backup fuse BACK UP for clock 2 Ignition fuse IGNITION 3 Four wheel drive motor fuse DIFF 4 Auxiliary DC jack fuse TERMINAL 5 Signaling system fuse S...

Page 166: ...ulb burns out replace it as fol lows 1 Remove the cover at the rear of the head light by pulling it off Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan motor fuse 25 0 A Backup fuse 10 0 A EPS fuse 40 0 A 1 Cover at the rear of the...

Page 167: ...ht bulb cover by pull ing it off 3 Disconnect the headlight coupler 4 Unhook the headlight bulb holder 1 Headlight bulb cover 1 1 Headlight coupler 1 Headlight bulb holder 1 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 55 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 168: ...ity 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 7 Connect the headlight coupler 8 Install the bulb cover and the cover at the rear of the headlight NOTICE Make sure the headlight bulb cover is se curely fitted over the bulb holder and seated properly ECB02210...

Page 169: ...ail brake light bulb replacement If a tail brake light bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the tail brake light bulb holder together with the bulb by turning it counterclockwise 2 Push the burnt out bulb in and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb holder 3 Push a new bulb in and turn it clockwise to install in the bulb holder 1 Headlight beam adjusting screw 1 a b 1 Tail b...

Page 170: ...a deal er The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealer ship have the tools experience and know how to properly service your vehicle Use only genuine Yamaha parts on your vehicle Imita tion parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior Consequently they have a shorter service life and can lead to ex pensive repair bills WARNING EWB03450 When checking the fuel system do not smoke and ma...

Page 171: ...amaha 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 ele...

Page 172: ...he 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 ...

Page 173: ...enough pressure to do the job WARNING Test the brakes after washing Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to let friction dry the brakes Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability in creasing the chance of an accident EWB03471 NOTICE Excessive water pres sure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electri cal devices Many expensive repai...

Page 174: ... for several minutes EBU36120 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 Fuel Med Rx or another high quality fuel stabil...

Page 175: ... 6 If storing in a humid or salt 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 eliminates the need to...

Page 176: ...70WPAH YXE70WPXH Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 0 5 m s YXE70WPAH YXE70WPXH Uncertainty of measurement 0 0 m s YXE70WPAH YXE70WPXH Vibration on handle EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 2 5 m s YXE70WPAH YXE70WPXH Uncertainty of measurement 0 5 m s YXE70WPAH YXE70WPXH Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder Displacement 708 cm Bore stroke 1...

Page 177: ...nt quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 28 L 0 30 US qt 0 25 Imp qt Radiator including all routes 2 85 L 3 01 US qt 2 51 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 36 7 L 9 69 US gal 8 07 Imp gal Fuel injection Throttle body ID mark 2MB1 00 Spark plug s Manufacturer model NGK CPR7EA 9 Spark plug gap ...

Page 178: ...e Tubeless Size 26 x 10 12NHS Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU10 Loading Maximum loading limit 327 0 kg 721 lb Total weight of operator passengers cargo accessories and tongue Tire air pressure measured on cold tires Recommended 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 Vehicle load 0 maximum Front 70 0 kPa 0 700 kgf cm 10 psi Rear 70 0 kPa 0 7...

Page 179: ...er Wheel travel 246 mm 9 7 in Rear suspension Type Double wishbone Spring shock absorber type Coil spring gas oil damper Wheel travel 269 mm 10 6 in Electrical system Ignition system TCI Charging system AC magneto Battery Model U1 H11L Voltage capacity 12 V 28 0 Ah Headlight s Bulb type Halogen bulb Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 35 0 35 0 W 2 Tail brake light 12 V 5 0 21 0 W 2 Neutr...

Page 180: ...r Europe only The figures quoted are emission levels and are not necessarily safe working levels Whilst there is a correlation between the emission and exposure levels this cannot be used reli ably to determine whether or not further pre cautions are required Factors that influence the actual level of exposure of work force in clude the characteristics of the work room the other sources of noise e...

Page 181: ...CATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU32800 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame The vehicle identification number is used to identify your vehicle EBU33331 Model label The model label can be found under the driver seat Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed to order spare parts from your Ya...

Page 182: ...11 2 11 1 Model label 1 U2MB7BE0 book Page 2 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 183: ...re warning light 4 4 Cup holders 4 20 D Differential gear oil Periodic maintenance 8 22 Differential gear Pre operation check 5 6 Doors 4 15 Driver seat position 4 16 Drive select lever 4 14 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving 6 3 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 ...

Page 184: ...re operation check 5 7 R Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication 8 44 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 6 Seats 4 15 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the front 4 23 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the rear 4 28 Spark arrester cleaning 8 37 Spark plug inspecting 8 30 Specifications 10 1 S...

Page 185: ...12 3 12 W Wheel installation 8 46 Wheel removal 8 45 U2MB7BE0 book Page 3 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

Page 186: ...Original instructions PRINTED IN USA 2016 03 0 3 1 CR E U2MB7BE0 book Page 1 Thursday March 3 2016 11 46 AM ...

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