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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.

For additional loading information, see page
6-7.

Removing and installing the tailgate

To remove the tailgate
Unhook the latches, and then pull up the tail-
gate.

1. Cargo hook

Maximum load limit: 136.0 kg (300 lb)

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Summary of Contents for WOLVERINE YXE70WPAJ 2017

Page 1: ...DIC2342 OWNER S MANUAL B3D F8199 10 LIT 11626 31 43 YXE70WPAJ YXE70WPHJ READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information ...

Page 2: ...reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this ve hicle if it...

Page 3: ...g 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 controls...

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: ...re choosing where to operate this vehicle It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where vehicles its size are prohibited This vehicle complies with all state off highway noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations EBU31111 YXE70WPAJ YXE70WPHJ OWNER S MANUAL 2017 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition August 2017 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use wi...

Page 6: ...r pedal 4 12 Brake pedal 4 13 Parking brake lever 4 13 Drive select lever 4 14 Fuel tank cap 4 14 Doors 4 15 Seats 4 15 Adjusting the driver seat position 4 16 Seat belts 4 17 Glove compartment 4 18 Storage compartments 4 18 Cup holders 4 20 Cargo bed 4 20 Front shock absorbers 4 22 Rear shock absorbers 4 27 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver 4 32 Auxiliary DC jack 4 33 FOR YOUR SAFETY PRE OPERATI...

Page 7: ...12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8 1 Owner s manual and tool kit 8 2 Maintenance charts 8 4 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 30 Cleaning the air filter element 8 32 Air filter check hoses 8 36 V belt case drain plug 8 36 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 37 Valve clea...

Page 8: ...47 Jump starting 8 50 Fuse replacement 8 52 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 54 Headlight beam adjustment 8 56 Tail brake light bulb replacement 8 56 Troubleshooting 8 57 Troubleshooting charts 8 58 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 Identification number records 11 1 NOISE REGULATION 11 4 MAINTENANCE RECORD 11 5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S...

Page 9: ...1 1 1 EBU31130 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS 1 2 3 4 11 10 5 5 6 7 9 3 8 5 5 UB3D10E0 book Page 1 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 10: ...in 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 13 12 14 UB3D10E0 book Page 2 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 11: ...t 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 sho...

Page 12: ... 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 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 MOTOR CORPORATION U S A...

Page 13: ...rs accessories cargo and if applicable trailer tongue weight Do not exceed maximum vehicle load Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 2150 lbs 975 kg 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 MOTOR CORPORATION U S A 6555 Katella Avenue Cypress California 90630 5101 U S A 1XD ...

Page 14: ...rame 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 YAMAHA 5UG F151J 00 MAX 7 3 INCH 185MM 9 10 UB3D10E0 book Page 6 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 15: ... 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 Head to Toe Safety Checklist YAMAHA 1XD F1558 00 Head Helmet and eye protection Body Seatbelt and protective clothing Hands Inside vehicle and holding the handhold or steering wheel Feet On floor or footrests ready to brace an...

Page 16: ...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 Avoid paved surfaces Avoid hard acceleration when turning even from a stop Slow down before entering a turn Avoid abrupt maneuvers sideways sliding skidding or fishtailing and never do d...

Page 17: ... 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 18: ...perly 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 19: ...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 20: ...over Avoid sideways sliding skidding or fishtailing rear 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 ma...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ... 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 1 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 25: ... 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 2 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 26: ...0 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 3 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 27: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 1 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 ...

Page 28: ...e H position 1 Differential gear lock indicator light DIFF LOCK 2 Low range indicator light L 3 High range indicator light H 4 Neutral indicator light N 5 Reverse indicator light R 6 Parking brake indicator light 7 Drivetrain icon 8 Engine trouble warning light 9 Coolant temperature warning light 10 Electric Power Steering warning light EPS 3 5 6 4 2 1 7 8 10 9 1 Helmet indicator light 2 Seat belt...

Page 29: ...e On Command drive knob is set to DIFF LOCK the indicator light will flash until the differential is locked Turn the steering wheel back and forth or drive slowly to help the differential gear lock to engage EBU37171 Drivetrain icon This icon indicates the currently selected drive mode When 2WD is selected the icon is off When 4WD is selected is dis played And when 4WD with differential lock is se...

Page 30: ...his warning light is on will damage the engine The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to on If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to on or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EBU31341 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in th...

Page 31: ... 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 32: ...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 33: ... 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 i...

Page 34: ...er 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 butt...

Page 35: ... if the voltage is above 16 volts HI is displayed NOTICE ECB02050 If the voltage display indicates LO or HI there may be trouble with the battery charging circuit or the battery may be faulty If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the vehicle Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The display segments of the fuel gauge disappear from F full towards E U...

Page 36: ...e for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in any of those cir cuits the engine trouble warning light will come on or flash and the display will indicate an error code If the display indicates an error code note the code number and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle NOTICE ECB00812 If the multi function display indicates an error code the vehicle should be checked as soon as po...

Page 37: ...ended period of time The battery may discharge to the point that the electric starter will not have enough power to crank the engine If this should happen remove the battery and re charge it EBU31402 On Command drive knob 2WD 4WD DIFF LOCK Stop the vehicle and move the On Command drive knob to change the drive mode to two wheel drive four wheel drive or four wheel 1 Light switch L H 1 L H L H 1 On...

Page 38: ...l gear locked Power is supplied to the front and rear wheels with the differen tial gear locked Unlike standard four wheel drive all wheels turn at the same speed re gardless of traction EBU31412 Accelerator pedal Press the accelerator pedal to increase en gine speed Spring tension returns the pedal to the rest position when released Always check that the accelerator pedal returns nor mally before...

Page 39: ...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 TIP Spring tension helps return the lever to the released position If you drive the vehicle with the parking brake engaged a buzzer will sound 1 Brake pedal 1 1 Release button 2 Parking brake lever 2 1...

Page 40: ...the low high neutral and reverse positions See page 6 3 EBU31450 Fuel tank cap To open Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun terclockwise To close Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clock wise 1 Drive select lever 1 1 Fuel tank cap 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 14 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 41: ...n off To install a seat cushion insert the projec tions on the rear of the seat cushion under the seat frame and then insert the projection on the front of the cushion into the grommet while pushing the cushion downward 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 1 Do...

Page 42: ...preference Adjust the driver seat position as follows 1 Remove the driver seat cushion See the previous section Seats 2 Remove the bolts 3 Move the seat frame to the desired posi tion and align the bolt holes in the seat frame with the bolt holes in the vehicle frame 1 Bolt 1 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 16 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 43: ...r and passenger Always wear the seat belts properly while rid ing in the vehicle See page 7 5 TIP If the vehicle is driven without the driver seat belt fastened a buzzer will sound If the vehicle is driven without the driver seat belt fastened engine power will be lim ited Tightening torque Driver seat bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 17 lb ft UB3D10E0 book Page 17 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 44: ...orage compartments The storage compartments are located in the dashboard between the driver seat and the passenger seat and under the passenger seat To access the under passenger seat storage compartment remove the passenger seat cushion see page 4 15 for more infor mation When storing any documents in the storage compartments be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet Whe...

Page 45: ...ike tools or sharply edged items di rectly in the storage compartment If these items must be stored wrap them in appro priate cushioning material 1 Storage compartment 1 1 Storage compartment 1 Storage compartment 1 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 19 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 46: ... 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 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 Maximum load limit ...

Page 47: ...alance There are six cargo hooks in the cargo bed For additional loading information see page 6 7 Removing and installing the tailgate To remove the tailgate Unhook the latches and then pull up the tail gate 1 Cargo hook 1 1 Cargo hook Maximum load limit 136 0 kg 300 lb 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 21 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 48: ...e and hook the latches as shown EBU33614 Front shock absorbers The shock absorber assemblies are equipped with a spring preload adjusting nut a rebound damping force adjusting screw a fast com pression damping force adjusting bolt and a slow compression damping force adjusting screw 1 Tailgate 2 Latch 2 2 1 1 Tailgate 2 Latch 2 2 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 22 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 49: ...ettings TIP Although the total number of clicks or turns of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the following specifications due to small differences in production the ac tual number of clicks or turns always repre sents the entire adjusting range To obtain a precise adjustment it would be advisable to check the number of clicks or turns of each damping force adjusting mechan...

Page 50: ...e turn of the adjusting nut distance A is changed by 1 5 mm 0 06 in 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut and then tighten it to the specified torque ECB00082 1 Special wrench 2 Locknut 3 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 1 3 a b Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 313 5 mm 12 34 in Standard Distance A 305 5 mm 12 03 in Ma...

Page 51: ...den the compression damping turn the fast compression damping force adjusting bolt in direction a To de crease the fast compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damp ing turn the adjusting bolt in direction b Tightening torque Locknut 30 N m 3 0 kgf m 22 lb ft 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw 1 a b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in direction b Standard 1...

Page 52: ...nd thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting screw in direction b 1 Fast compression damping force adjusting bolt Fast compression damping force settings Minimum soft 2 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard 1 1 4 turn s out from the fully turned in position Maximum hard Adjusting bolt fully turned in 1 a b 1 Slow compression damping force adjusting screw 1 a b UB3D...

Page 53: ... in poor damping performance Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber assembly yourself Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service EBU33623 Rear shock absorbers The rear shock absorber assemblies are equipped with a spring preload adjusting nut a rebound damping force adjusting screw a fast compression damping force adjusting bolt and a slow compression dampi...

Page 54: ...ettings TIP Although the total number of clicks or turns of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the following specifications due to small differences in production the ac tual number of clicks or turns always repre sents the entire adjusting range To obtain a precise adjustment it would be advisable to check the number of clicks or turns of each damping force adjusting mechan...

Page 55: ...e turn of the adjusting nut distance A is changed by 1 5 mm 0 06 in 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut and then tighten it to the specified torque ECB00082 1 Locknut 2 Spring preload adjusting nut 3 Special wrench 1 3 2 a b Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 386 0 mm 15 20 in Standard Distance A 378 0 mm 14 88 in Ma...

Page 56: ...den the compression damping turn the fast compression damping force adjusting bolt in direction a To de crease the fast compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damp ing turn the adjusting bolt in direction b Tightening torque Locknut 30 N m 3 0 kgf m 22 lb ft 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw 1 a b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in direction b Standard 1...

Page 57: ...nd thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting screw in direction b 1 Fast compression damping force adjusting bolt Fast compression damping force settings Minimum soft 2 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard 1 1 4 turn s out from the fully turned in position Maximum hard Adjusting bolt fully turned in 1 a b 1 Slow compression damping force adjusting screw 1 a b UB3D...

Page 58: ...t in poor damping performance Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber assembly yourself Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service EBU31551 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver This vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch bracket and a 2 5 cm receiver for a stan dard trailer hitch Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer See page 6 7 for pr...

Page 59: ... smartphone charger can be used when the engine is running and the headlights are off 1 Start the engine See page 6 2 2 Turn the headlights off See page 4 11 1 Trailer hitch bracket 2 Receiver 1 2 1 Auxiliary DC jack cap 2 Auxiliary DC jack Auxiliary DC jack maximum capacity 10 A 120 W 2 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 33 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 60: ...is not being used cover it with the cap NOTICE ECB02250 Do not use accessories requiring more than the stated maximum capacity Do ing so may overload the circuit and cau se the fuse to blow If accessories are used without the en gine running the battery may discharge Do not use an automotive cigarette light er or other accessories with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be dam aged UB3D10E0...

Page 61: ...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 42 Parking brake Check for proper operation 8 42 ...

Page 62: ...ration 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 for proper operation 3 3 4 2 5 7 8 54 8 56 8 56 Wheels and tires Check tire pressure and for wear and damage 5 7 8 45 8 46 Axle boots Check for damage 8 29 ITEM ROUTINE ...

Page 63: ...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 drive Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are work ing properly ...

Page 64: ...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 65: ... 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 NOTI...

Page 66: ...per operation EBU31800 Seat belts Make sure that the seat belts are not frayed torn stretched or damaged The seat belts must 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 ...

Page 67: ...proper operation EBU31832 Fittings and fasteners Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and fasteners before starting off Take the ve hicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Servi ce Manual for correct tightening torque EBU31840 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switch es are working properly Correct if necessary EBU31851 Control cables When driving in ...

Page 68: ...following specifica tions The tire pressure gauge is included as stan dard equipment Make two measurements of the tire pressure and use the second reading Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect 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...

Page 69: ...5 9 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 9 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 70: ...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 71: ... 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 s...

Page 72: ...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 73: ... gui de When in reverse the reverse indicator light should be on If the light does not come on ask a Yamaha dealer to in spect the reverse indicator light electri cal circuit Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine the light may not come on until the vehicle starts moving 4 Release the parking brake if applied 5 Check behind the vehicle for people or obstacles and then release the brake p...

Page 74: ...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 75: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 6 Thursday August 17 2...

Page 76: ...er hitch drawbar designed for use with a 2 5 cm receiver See page 4 32 WARNING EWB04260 Improper loading or towing can increase the risk of loss of control an overturn or other accident 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 ...

Page 77: ...ou 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 extreme caution when t...

Page 78: ...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 79: ... 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 keeping If yo...

Page 80: ... 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 states have implemented new motor vehicle licensing requirements for young driv ers These requirements are in response to the disproport...

Page 81: ...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 82: ...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 83: ...ng 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 p...

Page 84: ...ds 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 bolst...

Page 85: ...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 86: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 8 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 87: ...oles in the handhold bar with the holes in the handhold supports 3 Insert the pins into the holes and secure them with the wire loops Make sure that the handhold is properly secured before starting off 1 Passenger handhold 2 Locking pin 2 1 1 Handhold support 2 Handhold bar 2 1 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 9 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 88: ...oorboard allows you to brace your feet which helps you keep your body in the vehicle in the event of an accident or rollover Keep your feet on the floorboard during operation Steering wheel Keep both hands on the steering wheel Do not hold the steering wheel with your thumbs inside the rim Keep your palms on the out side of the steering wheel Similar to other off road vehicles if the Wolverine hit...

Page 89: ... 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 11 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 90: ...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 in the vehicle to reduce the risk of a serious accident or injury Eye protection such as a face shield or goggl...

Page 91: ...rn Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your vehicle Remember driving aggres sively or making abrupt maneuvers even on flat open areas can cause side rollovers Become familiar with the way the vehicle feels in low and high ranges first in two wheel drive 2WD and then in four wheel drive 4WD and four wheel drive with the differen tial locked DIFF LOCK Steering...

Page 92: ...ollover For example if you feel the back of the vehicle start to slide to your right steer to the right If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll keep your body completely inside the protective structure of the vehicle Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel or passenger handhold Do not put your hands or feet outside of t...

Page 93: ...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 94: ... pedal 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 page 6 7 EBU33551 Operation on different su...

Page 95: ...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 96: ... 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 97: ...vehicle airborne as injury loss of control and damage to the vehicle could occur Pavement This vehicle is designed for off road use only Avoid paved surfaces Turn gradually and go slowly if you must drive on pavement Water If you must cross shallow slow moving water up to the depth of the vehicle s floorboard choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop offs large rocks or slippery surfaces that...

Page 98: ...a neuvers If you feel the vehicle begin to slide sideways or fishtail rear wheel sliding steer into the di rection of the slide if possible to regain direc tional control For example if you feel the back of the vehicle start to slide to your right steer to the right Brush or wooded areas When operating in areas with brush or trees watch carefully on both sides and above the vehicle for obstacles s...

Page 99: ...the area thoroughly Look from both your approach side and exit side If you believe you can continue safely choose the path that will allow you to get over the ob stacle and at as close to a right angle as pos sible to minimize vehicle tipping Go only fast enough to maintain your momentum but still give yourself plenty of time to react to chang es in conditions If there is any question about your a...

Page 100: ...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 101: ...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 UB3D10E...

Page 102: ... 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 3 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 103: ...TIAL 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 7500 km 4800 mi Every 5000 km 3200 mi thereafter 3 Spark plug Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace if ...

Page 104: ... 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 5 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 105: ...e coolant Every 2 years 2 Air filter element Clean Replace if 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 Check oil level Change 6 Differential gear oil Check oil level Change 7 Front brake Check operation brake pad wear fluid leak age Correct if necessary Replace pads if worn to...

Page 106: ... Check balance runout and for damage Replace if necessary 14 Wheel bearings Check bearing assemblies for loose ness damage Replace if damaged 15 Front and rear suspension Check operation and for oil leakage Correct if necessary 16 Steering system Check operation and for looseness Replace if damaged Check toe in Adjust if necessary NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 ...

Page 107: ...9 Drive shaft uni versal joint Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 20 Engine mount Check for cracks or damage Check bolt tightness 21 Front and rear axle boots Check for cracks or other damage and re place if necessary 22 Fittings and fas teners Check all chassis fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 120...

Page 108: ...orrect the brake fluid level Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged UB3D10E0 book Page 9 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 109: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 10 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 110: ...he 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 11 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19...

Page 111: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 12 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 112: ...e 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 fast...

Page 113: ...GY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign material en ters the crankcase To check the engine oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Check the engine oil level on a cold en gine TIP If the engine was started before checking the oil level be sure to warm up the engine suffi ciently and then wait at least 10 minutes until the oil settles for an accurate reading 3 Remove the pass...

Page 114: ...arrow mark pointing in the direc tion shown insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler hole and then remove it again to check the oil level 1 Rubber cover 1 Engine oil dipstick 1 1 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Arrow mark 1 2 UB3D10E0 book Page 15 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 115: ...the rubber cover 10 Install the passenger seat cushion To change the engine oil with or without oil filter cartridge replacement 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Remove the passenger seat cushion see page 4 15 for more information 4 Remove the rubber cover 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark 1...

Page 116: ...se TIP Skip steps 8 10 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 8 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench Make sure that the O ring is removed together with the oil filter car tridge If the O ring remains attached to the crankcase oil leakage may occur 1 Rubber cover 1 1 Engine oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 UB3D10E0 book Page 17 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 117: ...IP Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 10 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Oil filter wrench 2 1 1 O ring Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 14 N m 1 4 kgf m 10 lb ft 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 18 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 118: ...ection shown TIP Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts af ter the engine and exhaust system have cooled down 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 Torque wrench Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt 22 N m 2 2 kgf m 16 lb ft 1 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Arrow m...

Page 119: ...f necessary clean the final gear oil filler bolt and surrounding area Checking the final gear oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Remove the final gear 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 ...

Page 120: ... the final gear oil filler bolt the fi nal gear oil drain bolt and their gasket to drain the oil 4 Install the drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 5 Refill with the recommended final gear oil up to the brim of the filler hole 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 Tightening torque Fina...

Page 121: ...fied in the gener al maintenance and lubrication chart NOTICE ECB03600 When checking or changing the differen tial gear oil make sure that no foreign ma terial enters the differential gear case If necessary clean the differential gear oil filler bolt and surrounding area Checking the differential gear oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt an...

Page 122: ...oil 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Place an oil pan under the differential gear case to collect the used oil 3 Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt the differential gear oil drain bolt and their gasket to drain the oil 1 Differential gear oil filler bolt 2 Gasket 3 Differential gear oil 4 Correct oil level 1 2 3 4 Tightening torque Differential gear oil filler bolt 23 N m 2 3 kgf ...

Page 123: ...nd then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 8 Check for oil leakage If oil leakage is found check for the cause EBU33661 Coolant The coolant level should be checked regular ly In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance chart Tightening torque Differential gear oil drain bolt 9 8 N m 0 98 kgf m 7 2 lb ft Tightening torque Differential gear o...

Page 124: ...are harmful to the engine To check the coolant level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Wait for the engine to cool for an accurate reading 3 Look the coolant level in the coolant res ervoir 4 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove the coolant reservoir cap and add coolant to the maximum lev el mark 5 Install the reservoir cap To change the coolant 1 Park the vehicle on a...

Page 125: ...or cap when the en gine is hot EWB04250 4 Place a container under the engine to col lect the used coolant 5 Remove the coolant drain bolt Discard the used gasket 6 Remove the coolant reservoir cap 1 Radiator cap 1 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 UB3D10E0 book Page 26 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 126: ...ct the coolant reservoir hose 12 Pour the specified amount of fresh cool ant into the radiator then install the radi ator cap 13 Pour the specified amount of fresh cool ant into the reservoir then install the res ervoir cap 14 Remove the right panel and right rear panel See page 8 11 15 Loosen the water pump air bleed bolt to allow air to escape from the system 1 Coolant reservoir cap 2 Coolant re...

Page 127: ...he bleed bolt 19 Start the engine and let it idle for ten mi nutes TIP While the engine is idling check the cooling system for leaks 1 Water pump air bleed bolt Tightening torque Water pump air bleed bolt 8 N m 0 8 kgf m 5 9 lb ft 1 1 Cylinder head air bleed bolt Tightening torque Cylinder head air bleed bolt 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 4 lb ft 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 28 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 128: ... radiator WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWB04250 If necessary add coolant until the radiator is full Install the radiator cap 22 Check the coolant level in the reservoir and replenish if necessary 23 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 Fro...

Page 129: ...he 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 UB3D10E0 book P...

Page 130: ...y 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 131: ...ossibility 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 the storage compartment locat ed between the d...

Page 132: ... 4 While pushing the projections on the air filter frame inward remove the air filter el ement holder 1 Air filter case cover 2 Snap holder 3 Pivot holder 1 2 2 3 1 Air filter element 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 33 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 133: ...ean 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 34 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 134: ...roughly 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 Install the air filter case cover by fitting the pivot holders onto the projections on the air filter cas...

Page 135: ...ase 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 vehicle as the water may a...

Page 136: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 37 ...

Page 137: ...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 138: ...r 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 139: ... 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 pa...

Page 140: ...ave 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 br...

Page 141: ...ntenance and lubrication chart EBU32551 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 1 Hold the brake light switch in place 2 Turn the adjusting nut in direction a to make the brake light come on earlier 3 Turn the adjusting nu...

Page 142: ... ends If the cables do not operate smoothly ask a Yamaha dealer to re place them EBU32570 Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lu brication Lubricate the pivoting parts EBU32582 Checking the stabilizer bushes The stabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bushes if nece...

Page 143: ...d right 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 44 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 144: ...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 UB3D10E0 book Page 45 Thursday August 17 2...

Page 145: ...he wheel and the nuts 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 WARNING EWB03400 Do not reverse the rims on your Yamaha Wolverine to widen the track width Install ing wheels improperly increases the risk of wheel failure and accidents Front tire Size 26 x 8 12NHS Manufacturer model MAXXIS MU09 Rear tire Size 26 x...

Page 146: ...ly 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 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 Venti...

Page 147: ...l the battery out of its compartment To charge the battery Remove it from vehicle and confirm the rec ommended charging rate as specified on the battery itself Select a suitable charger and follow the manufacturer s instructions or have a Yamaha dealer charge it for you 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Air intake duct panel 2 1 1 Positive battery lead red 2 Battery band 3 Negative battery lead black 2 1 3...

Page 148: ...nce a month and fully charge it if necessary NOTICE ECB00942 Always keep the battery charged Stor ing the battery in a discharged state for an extended period of time will cause permanent battery damage Do not store the battery in an excessive ly cold or warm place below freezing or above 30 C 90 F To install the battery TIP Be sure the battery is fully charged 1 Place the battery in its compartme...

Page 149: ... 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 the polarity of the jumper cables when connecting to the batteries 1 Turn the key to off 2 Remove the hood See page 8 10 3 Using a charged 12 volt battery connect...

Page 150: ...ed metal sur face of the frame of the vehicle to be started 5 Start the engine See page 6 2 6 After the engine starts 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 1 Jumper cable positive lead 1 1 Jumper cable negative lead 1 UB...

Page 151: ...in switch when checking or replacing a fuse 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 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 UB3D10E0...

Page 152: ...o the electrical system and may lead to a fire EWB03440 4 Turn on the main switch start the engine and turn on the electrical circuit in ques tion to check if the device operates If the 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 f...

Page 153: ...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 4 Unhook the headlight bulb holder 1 Cover at the rear of the headlight 1 1 Headlight bulb cover 1 Headlight coupler 1 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 54 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 154: ...y of the glass luminosity of the bulb and bulb life Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fingerprints us ing a cloth moistened with alcohol or thinner ECB00653 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 9 Adjust the headlight beam if ...

Page 155: ...il 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 br...

Page 156: ... 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 mak...

Page 157: ...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 158: ...mmended coolant as soon as possible The engine will tend to overheat if the radiator is caked with mud or if air was not properly bled from the cooling system Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir and or radiator Level is OK Level is low check the cooling system for leakage No leakage Leakage Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the cooling system A...

Page 159: ...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 160: ...36110 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 available from your Yamaha dealer or equivalent product Fol...

Page 161: ...ht 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 more than 30 C 90 F or less than 0 C 32 F Use of Fuel Med Rx or another high quality fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult a Yamaha dealer if the f...

Page 162: ...ent 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 0W 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 3...

Page 163: ...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 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 Transmissi...

Page 164: ... 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 Cast wheel Rim size 12 x 6 0AT Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 12 x 7 5AT Front brake Type Hydraulic disc brake Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Hydraulic disc brake Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Double wishbone Spr...

Page 165: ...tral indicator light LED Reverse indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Parking brake indicator light LED High range indicator light LED Low range indicator light LED Differential gear lock indicator light LED EPS warning light LED Helmet Seat belt indicator light 14 V 0 85 W 2 Fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A EPS fuse 40 ...

Page 166: ...10 5 10 Four wheel drive motor fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan motor fuse 25 0 A UB3D10E0 book Page 5 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 167: ...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 168: ...l 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 UB3D10E0 book Page 2 Thu...

Page 169: ...11 3 11 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 UB3D10E0 book Page 3 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

Page 170: ...ose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW These acts include tampering with the following systems i e modification removal etc Exhaust system Muf...

Page 171: ...the maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of mainte nance work MAINTENANCE INTERVAL DATE OF SERVICE MILEAGE SERVICING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS REMARKS month km mi hours 1 320 200 20 3 1200 750 75 6 2400 1500 150 12 4800 3000 300 18 7200 4500 450 24 9600 6000 600 30 12000 7500 750 36 14400 9000 900 42 16800 10500 1050 48 19200 12000 1200 54 21600 13500 1350 60 24000 15000 1500 UB3D...

Page 172: ...0 days after discovery and make the machine available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer s place of business 2 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of each Yamaha Side x Side vehicle covered by this warranty that the vehicle is designed built and equipped so as to conform at the tim...

Page 173: ...any later date 3 Each Yamaha Side x Side dealer is held responsible for his setup service and war ranty repair work Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The unit has to be inspected and re registered by an authorized Yamaha Side x Side dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine r...

Page 174: ...pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 250 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging w...

Page 175: ...Limited Warranty expires You can also save money Y E S costs less within the first 90 days after you buy your Yamaha See your dealer today A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Vehicle Identification Number We ll be happy to help you get the Y E S coverage you need Yamaha Service Marketing P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 UB3D10E0 book Page 9 Thursday August...

Page 176: ... D Differential gear lock indicator light 4 3 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 Drivetrain icon 4 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 trou...

Page 177: ...brake lever 4 13 Passenger handhold Pre 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 absorbers front 4 22 Shock absorbers rear 4 27 Spark arrester cleaning 8 37 Spark plug inspecting 8 30 Specifications 10 1 Stabilizer b...

Page 178: ... 8 36 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 11 2 Vehicle identification number 11 1 W Warranty extended 11 8 Warranty limited 11 6 Wheel installation 8 46 Wheel removal 8 45 UB3D10E0 book Page 3 Thursday August 17 2017 4 19 PM ...

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