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The service information included in this manual
and the tools provided in the owner’s tool kit are in-
tended to assist you in the performance of preven-
tive maintenance and minor repairs. However,
additional tools such as a torque wrench may be
necessary to perform certain maintenance work
correctly.

NOTE:

If you do not have the tools or experience required
for a particular job, have a Yamaha dealer perform
it for you.

WARNING

EWB01830

1. Owner’s manual
2. Owner’s tool kit

3. Low-pressure tire gauge

POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this ATV with improper modifica-
tions.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Improper installation of accessories or mod-
ification of this ATV may cause changes in
handling which in some situations could
lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never modify this ATV through improper in-
stallation or use of accessories. All parts
and accessories added to this ATV should
be genuine Yamaha or equivalent compo-
nents designed for use on this ATV and
should be installed and used according to
instructions. If you have questions, consult
an authorized Yamaha ATV dealer.

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Summary of Contents for YFM35FGW

Page 1: ...READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...EBU17091 U5UH14E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 3: ...bout special tech niques and skills necessary to ride the ATV It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce dures If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV please consult a Yamaha dealer AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETE LY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ATV MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL INSTR...

Page 4: ...change without notice The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the ATV operator a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the ATV A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the ATV A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or ...

Page 5: ...d spark arrester laws and regulations in effect at the time of manufacture Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17401 AFFIX DEALER LABEL HERE YFM35FGW OWNER S MANUAL 2006 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition March 2006 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expre...

Page 6: ...4 1 Main switch 4 1 Front brake lever 4 7 Brake pedal and rear brake lever 4 7 Parking brake 4 8 Drive select lever 4 9 Recoil starter 4 9 Fuel tank cap 4 10 Fuel 4 10 Fuel cock 4 12 Starter choke 4 13 Seat 4 14 Storage compartment 4 15 Front carrier 4 16 Rear carrier 4 16 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies 4 16 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly 4 17 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 5 1 Pr...

Page 7: ...ILL 7 19 SLIDING AND SKIDDING 7 31 WHAT TO DO IF 7 32 WHAT TO DO 7 32 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 8 1 Owner s manual and tool kit 8 1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 8 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 8 5 Removing and installing the panel 8 9 Checking the spark plug 8 10 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 12 Final gear oil 8 16 Changing the differ...

Page 8: ...l 8 36 Checking the wheel bearings 8 37 Lubricating the drive shaft universal joint 8 37 Lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots 8 37 Lubricating the knuckle shafts 8 37 Lubricating the steering shaft 8 37 Removing a wheel 8 44 Installing a wheel 8 44 Troubleshooting 8 46 Troubleshooting chart 8 47 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 I...

Page 9: ...ruc tor Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1 Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult supervision and never allow continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways park ing lots and streets Never operate an ...

Page 10: ...steep for the Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual Check the ter rain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose sur faces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly Never go over the top of a hill at high speed Always follow proper procedures for going down hills and for braking on hills as ...

Page 11: ...perate an ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that recommended in this manual Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability Test your brakes after Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind you when you operate in reverse When it is safe to proceed in reverse go slowly Always use the size and type of tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire ...

Page 12: ...open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers When transporting the ATV in another vehi cle be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is in the OFF position Other wise fuel may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD If you should swallow some gasoline or in hale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gas oline in...

Page 13: ...t fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always operate your ATV in an area with ad equate ventilation U5UH14E0 book Page 5 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 14: ...2 EBU17660 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS U5UH14E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 15: ...read or comes off request a replace ment label from your Yamaha dealer Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo improperly can change handling stability and braking performance and can lead to an accident Never exceed the maximum front cargo limit of 40kg 88 lbs NEVER sit on the carrier Refer to instructions in the Owner s Manual 5ND F4877 00 WARNING 1 2 U5UH14E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 13 2006 6...

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Page 18: ... 4 Fuses 5 Battery 6 Tail brake light 7 Recoil starter 1 Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 2 Spark arrester 3 Storage compartment and tool kit 4 Spark plug 5 Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 6 Brake light switch U5UH14E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 19: ...e lever 2 Handlebar switches 3 Starter choke 4 Parking brake lock plate 5 Drive select lever 6 Main switch 7 Fuel tank cap 8 On Command four wheel drive switch 9 Throttle lever 10 Front brake lever U5UH14E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 20: ...switch The positions of the main switch are as follows ON All electrical systems are supplied with power The headlights and taillight come on when the light switch is on and the engine can be started The key cannot be removed OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be re moved 1 Main switch U5UH14E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 21: ... and then pushing the start switch If the warning light does not come on while the start switch is being pushed then go off after the start switch is released have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit If the warning light stays on allow the engine to cool If the warning light stays on when the engine is cool have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit CAUTION ECB00010 The engine may ...

Page 22: ...e engine stop switch controls the ignition and stops the engine when it is running Use this switch to stop the engine in an emergency situation The engine will not start or run when this switch is set to EBU18100 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the start er CAUTION ECB00050 See the starting instructions on page 6 1 prior to starting the engine EBU18151 Light switch OFF Set t...

Page 23: ...ch 2WD 4WD This ATV is equipped with a switch to change from two wheel drive to four wheel drive and vice versa Select the appropriate drive according to the ter rain and the conditions 2WD two wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear wheels 4WD four wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels To change from two wheel drive to four wheel drive stop the ATV and push the switch in to...

Page 24: ...heel drive to four wheel drive or from four wheel drive to two wheel drive while the ATV is moving WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV handles differently in two wheel drive than in four wheel drive in some cir cumstances Changing from two wheel drive to four wheel drive or from four wheel drive to two wheel drive while moving may cause the ATV to unexpectedly handle differently This could distract the operat...

Page 25: ... de 3 Tighten the locknut WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could be hard to operate mak ing it difficult to speed up or slow down when you need to This could cause an acci dent HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check the operation of the throttle lever be fore you start the engine If it does not work smoothly check for the cause Correct the problem before riding the ATV Consult a Yamaha dealer if you can t find...

Page 26: ...e push down on the brake pedal or pull the brake lever toward the handlebar grip POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper adjustment of the speed limiter and throttle WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle cable could be damaged Im proper throttle operation could result You could lose control have an accident or be in jured HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not turn the adjusting screw out more than 12 mm 0 47 in Always make sur...

Page 27: ... or parking the ATV especially on a slope Apply the rear brake lever and push down the lock plate to apply the parking brake Squeeze the rear brake lever to release the parking brake 1 Brake pedal 1 Parking brake lock plate U5UH14E0 book Page 8 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 28: ... parking brake is not applied before start ing the engine This could cause loss of con trol or a collision The brake could overheat if you ride the ATV without releasing the parking brake You could lose braking performance which could cause an accident You could also wear out the brakes prematurely HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always set the parking brake before starting the engine Always be sure you h...

Page 29: ...el in the tank Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler tube as shown 1 Recoil starter POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting the engine without shifting into the neutral position WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start to move unexpectedly which could cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 1 Fuel tank cap U5UH14E0 book Page 10 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 30: ...leaded fuel Unleaded fuel will give you long er spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol contain ing ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha be cause it can cause damage to the fuel system or ATV performance probl...

Page 31: ...APPEN Fuel can spill which can cause a fire and se vere injury Fuel expands when it heats up If the fuel tank is overfilled fuel could spill out due to heat from the engine or the sun HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not overfill the fuel tank Be careful not to spill fuel especially on the engine or ex haust pipe Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely Do not r...

Page 32: ...With the fuel cock lever in this position the fuel reserve is made available Turn the fuel cock lever to this position if you run out of fuel while riding When this occurs refuel as soon as possible and be sure to turn the fuel cock lever back to ON EBU18850 Starter choke 1 Arrow mark pointing to ON 1 Arrow mark pointing to RES U5UH14E0 book Page 13 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 33: ...t To remove the seat Pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat at the rear To install the seat Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the seat holders and push down on the seat at the rear NOTE Make sure that the seat is securely fitted 1 Starter choke 1 Seat 2 Seat lock lever U5UH14E0 book Page 14 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 34: ...ing the stor age compartment Do not exceed the load limit of 2 0 kg 4 lb for the storage compartment Do not exceed the maximum load of 210 0 kg 463 lb for the ATV NOTE There is a check hose at the bottom of the storage compartment If any water collects in this hose re move the hose empty it and then install it 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 1 Storage compartment U5UH14E0 book Page 15 Thursday April 13...

Page 35: ...ock absorber as semblies The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid er s weight and the riding conditions Adjust the spring preload as follows Turn the adjusting ring in direction a to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspen sion and in direction b to decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension 1 Storage compartment check hose 1 Spring preload adjusting ...

Page 36: ...ting ring in direction a to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspen 1 Special wrench Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper shock absorber assembly adjust ment WHAT CAN HAPPEN Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always adjust the shock absorber assem blies on th...

Page 37: ...d at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment EWB00010 1 Spring preload adjusting ring 2 Position indicator 1 Special wrench Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 Maximum hard 5 U5UH14E0 book Page 18 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 38: ...eck fuel line for leakage Correct if necessary 4 10 5 3 Engine oil Check oil level in engine and add recommended oil to specified lev el if necessary Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 12 Final gear oil Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 16 Differential gear oil Check ATV for oil leakage Correct if necessary 5 3 8 18 Front brake Check operation If soft or spongy...

Page 39: ...n is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary 8 36 Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 8 36 Axle boots Check for cracks or damage and replace if necessary 8 34 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 5 7 Instruments lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary 5 7 POTENTIAL ...

Page 40: ...ay in the rear brake lever and brake pedal If the free play is incorrect ad just it See page 8 31 Check operation of the levers and pedal They should move smoothly and there should be a POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper care when refueling WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can spill which can cause a fire and se vere injury Fuel expands when it heats up If the fuel tank is overfilled fuel could spill out due to heat f...

Page 41: ...rly If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance check the brake pads and shoes for wear See page 8 28 EWB00540 EBU19761 Throttle lever Check the operation of the throttle lever It must open smoothly and spring back to the idle position when released Have a Yamaha dealer correct if necessary Recommended brake fluid DOT 4 WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability which could lead to...

Page 42: ...have been approved by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corpora tion of America for this model Other tire combinations are not recommended Front Manufacturer model MAXXIS M979 Size AT25 x 8 12 Rear Manufacturer model MAXXIS M980 Size AT25 x 10 12 Type Tubeless The tires should be set to the recommend ed pressure Recommended tire pressure Front 25 0 kPa 3 6 psi 0 250 kgf cm Rear 25 0 kPa 3 6 psi 0 250 kgf...

Page 43: ...ecifications Tire pressure below the minimum speci fied could cause the tire to dislodge from the rim under severe riding conditions Minimum tire pressure Front 22 0 kPa 3 2 psi 0 220 kgf cm Rear 22 0 kPa 3 2 psi 0 220 kgf cm Use no more than the following pressures when seating the tire beads Maximum tire seating pressure Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 5 kgf cm Rear 250 kPa 36 psi 2 5 kgf cm Higher press...

Page 44: ...switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary Recommended pressure Front 25 0 kPa 3 6 psi 0 250 kgf cm Rear 25 0 kPa 3 6 psi 0 250 kgf cm Minimum Front 22 0 kPa 3 2 psi 0 220 kgf cm Rear 22 0 kPa 3 2 psi 0 220 kgf cm Maximum Front 28 0 kPa 4 1 psi 0 280 kgf cm Rear 28 0 kPa 4 1 psi 0 280 kgf cm 1 Tire wear limit U5UH14E0 book Page 7 Thursday Apri...

Page 45: ...amiliar with all controls WHAT CAN HAPPEN Loss of control which could cause an acci dent or injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner s Manual carefully If there is a control or function you do not understand ask your Yamaha dealer POTENTIAL HAZARD Frozen control cables in cold weather WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to control the ATV which could lead to an accident or collision HOW TO AV...

Page 46: ...to the neutral position before starting the engine 5 Use the starter choke in reference to the fig ure Position 1 Cold engine start with ambient temperature below 5 C 40 F Position 2 Cold engine start with ambient temperature between 0 C 30 F and 30 C 90 F Ambient temp starter choke position 6 Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by pushing the start switch NOTE If the engine f...

Page 47: ...ition 3 before riding NOTE The engine is warm when it responds normally to the throttle with the starter choke turned off EBU20291 Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold engine with the exception that the starter choke is not required when the engine is warm Instead start the engine with the throttle slightly open EBU20370 Operating the drive select lever and drivi...

Page 48: ...the shift NOTE When in reverse the reverse indicator light should come on If the indicator light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit 4 Check behind for people or obstacles and then release the brake pedal 1 Drive select lever 2 F Forward 3 N Neutral 4 R Reverse 1 Drive select lever 2 F Forward 3 N Neutral 4 R Reverse U5UH14E0 book Page 4 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 P...

Page 49: ...ours Avoid prolonged operation above 3 4 throttle Rev the engine freely but do not use full throttle at any time 20 hours and beyond The ATV can now be operated normally CAUTION ECB00220 If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break in period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV EBU20700 Parking When parking the ATV stop the engine shift the drive select lever into the forwa...

Page 50: ...WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could roll out of control increasing the chance of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Avoid parking on hills or other inclines If you must park on an incline place the ATV transversely across the incline shift the drive select lever to the forward position stop the engine apply the parking brake and then block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Do not pa...

Page 51: ...on or come off while you are riding could affect your ability to control the ATV Do not mount an accessory where it could inter fere with your ability to control the ATV Exam ples include but are not limited to a heavy or bulky object attached to the handlebars which could make steering difficult an accessory that limits your ability to move around on the seat or one that limits your view Use extr...

Page 52: ... Ride more slowly than you would without a load The more weight you carry the slower you should go Allow more braking distance A heavier ATV takes longer to stop Avoid making sharp turns unless at very slow speeds Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose terrain carefully Added weight affects the stability and handling of the ATV WARNING EWB00750 MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT ATV loading limit total weight of...

Page 53: ...es in ATV handling which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Cargo should be properly distributed and se curely attached Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pull ing a trailer Allow greater distance for brak ing U5UH14E0 book Page 9 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 54: ...7 EBU21131 RIDING YOUR ATV U5UH14E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 55: ...ires special skills acquired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the ba sic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers Riding your new ATV can be a very enjoyable ac tivity providing you with hours of pleasure But it is essential to familiarize yourself with the operation of the ATV to achieve the skill necessary to enjoy riding safely Before you begin to ...

Page 56: ...or children under 16 years of age WARNING EWB00901 POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without proper instruc tion WHAT CAN HAPPEN The risk of an accident is greatly increased if the operator does not know how to operate the ATV properly in different situations and on different types of terrain HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the certified training cou...

Page 57: ...hat are not recom mended for their age can lead to severe inju ry or death of the child HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD A child under 16 should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc U5UH14E0 book Page 4 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 58: ...APPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV Could cause an accident resulting in harm to you and or your passen ger HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never carry a passenger The long seat is to allow the operator to shift position as need ed during operation It is not for carrying passengers U5UH14E0 book Page 5 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 59: ...without eye protection can result in an accident and increases your chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident Operating without protective clothing in creases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly You should also wear eye protection goggles or face shield gloves boots long sleeved ...

Page 60: ... drugs WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to inspect the ATV before operating Failure to properly maintain the ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make ...

Page 61: ... of control in creasing your risk of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use the size and type tires specified in the Owner s Manual for this ATV on page 5 5 Always maintain proper tire pressure as de scribed in the Owner s Manual on page 5 6 POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases your chances of losing control of t...

Page 62: ...p speed See page 4 6 Loading and accessories Use extra caution when riding the ATV with addi tional loads such as accessories or cargo The ATV s handling may be adversely affected Re duce your speed when adding additional loads 1 Adjusting screw MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT ATV loading limit total weight of cargo rider accessories and tongue 210 0 kg 463 lb Front carrier 40 0 kg 88 lb Rear carrier 80 0 k...

Page 63: ...ent HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Cargo should be properly distributed and se curely attached Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pull ing a trailer Allow greater distance for brak ing Always follow the instructions in your Own er s Manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer U5UH14E0 book Page 10 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 64: ...e your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off of the ATV If you remove a foot from a foot board your foot or leg may come into con tact with the rear wheels which could injure you or cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footboards of your ATV during operation POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting whee...

Page 65: ...h in some situations could HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ATV through improper in stallation or use of accessories All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent compo nents designed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions If you have questions consult an authorized ATV dealer U5UH14E0 book Page 12 Thursday April...

Page 66: ...m WHAT CAN HAPPEN Dry grass or brush or other combustible ma terial accumulated around the engine area could catch fire Someone touching the exhaust system dur ing or after operation could be burned HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate idle or park the ATV in dry grass or other dry ground cover Keep the engine area free of dry grass brush or other combustible material Do not touch the hot exhaus...

Page 67: ...ways parking lots and streets POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets roads or highways WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street road or highway even a dirt or gravel one In many states it is illegal to operate ATVs on public streets roads and highways U5UH14E0 book Page 14 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 68: ...terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks bumps or holes without enough time to react Could result in the ATV overturning or going out of control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when operat ing on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating on excessively rough...

Page 69: ... pery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain Always be especial ly cautious on these kinds of terrain POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating in areas where you might not be seen by other off road vehicles WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be in a collision You could be in jured U5UH14E0 book Page 16 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 70: ...e starter choke to the closed position shift the drive select lever into the forward position and then release the parking brake Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate If the throttle is applied too abruptly the front wheels may lift off the ground resulting in a loss of directional control Avoid higher speeds un til you are thoro...

Page 71: ...y continue to go straight If the ATV doesn t turn come to a stop and then practice the proce dure again If the riding surface is slippery or loose it may help to position more of your weight over the POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATV could go out of control causing a colli sion or overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in thi...

Page 72: ...le slopes Try more difficult climbs only after you have devel oped your skill In all cases avoid inclines with slip pery or loose surfaces or obstacles that might cause you to lose control WARNING EWB01090 It is important when climbing a hill to make sure that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV This can be accomplished by leaning forward and on steeper inclines standing on the footboard...

Page 73: ...art up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly The ATV could flip over backwards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill U5UH14E0 book Page 20 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 74: ...crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning tech nique as described in the Owner s Manual on level ground Be very careful when turn ing on any hill Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if pos sible When crossing the side of ...

Page 75: ...ing rolling backwards or improperly dis mounting while climbing a hill WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in ATV overturning HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you lose all forward speed Keep weight uphill If you begin rolling backwards Keep weight uphill 2WD Never apply the rear brake while roll ing backwards Apply the front brake When fully stopped apply the rear b...

Page 76: ...ing either brake lever or the brake pedal will brake the wheels on the downhill side Avoid sud den application of either the front or rear brake be cause the wheels on the uphill side could come off the ground Apply both the front and rear brakes Whenever possible ride your ATV straight down hill Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV to tip or roll over Carefully choose your path and ride n...

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Page 78: ...ur ATV does begin to tip over gradually steer in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles in your path As you regain proper balance gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel WARNING EWB01141 POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning tech nique as...

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Page 80: ...50 Test your brakes after leaving the water Do not continue to ride your ATV without verifying that you have regained proper braking ability POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may float causing loss of traction and loss of control which could lead to an acci dent HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in wat...

Page 81: ...ir filter case the V belt cooling duct check hose the drive select lever box check hose and the storage compartment check hose Also remove the V belt case drain plug to drain any water that may have accumu lated Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been 1 Air filter case check hose U5UH14E0 book Page 28 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 82: ...damage to the ATV or could lead to an upset or ac cident Be sure to keep your feet firmly mounted on the footboards at all times Avoid jumping the ATV as loss of control and damage to the ATV may re sult EWB01160 1 Drive select lever box check hose 1 V belt case drain plug U5UH14E0 book Page 29 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 83: ... TO AVOID THE HAZARD Before operating in a new area check for ob stacles Never attempt to ride over large obstacles such as large rocks or fallen trees When you go over obstacles always follow proper procedures as described in the Owner s Manual U5UH14E0 book Page 30 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 84: ...heels of your ATV start to slide side ways control can usually be regained if there is room to do so by steering in the direction of the With practice over a period of time skill at con trolled sliding can be developed The terrain should be chosen carefully before attempting such maneuvers since both stability and control are re duced Bear in mind that sliding maneuvers should always be avoided on...

Page 85: ...the ATV around if you still have forward speed If not stop dismount on the uphill side of the ATV and physically turn the ATV around If the ATV starts to slip backwards DO NOT USE THE REAR BRAKE IF THE ATV IS IN 2WD the ATV may tip over on top of you Dismount the ATV on the uphill side See page 7 19 If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface Be sure to ride with your weight positioned to wards th...

Page 86: ...er drain from the ATV and CHECK YOUR BRAKES FOR PROPER OPERATION when you come out of the water Do not continue to ride your ATV until you have regained adequate braking ability See page 7 27 WARNING EWB00010 Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death U5UH14E0 book Page 33 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 87: ...DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER TERRAIN GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION AND INDIVIDUAL USE THE MAINTENANCE INTER VALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORTENED WARNING EWB01820 EBU21720 Owner s manual and tool kit Be sure to put this owner s manual in the plastic bag and always carry it on the bottom of the seat as shown Put the owner s tool kit and low pres sure tire gauge under the seat POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while...

Page 88: ...ating this ATV with improper modifica tions WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or mod ification of this ATV may cause changes in handling which in some situations could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ATV through improper in stallation or use of accessories All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent compo nents...

Page 89: ...hould be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools data and technical skills NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 2 Spark plug Check condition and clean regap or replace if ne...

Page 90: ... and tighten all screw clamps and joints if necessary 7 Spark arrester Clean NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 U5UH14E0 book Page 4 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 91: ...f necessary Check fluid level and ATV for fluid leakage and correct if necessary Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 3 Rear brake Check operation and correct if necessary Check brake lever and pedal free play and adjust if necessary Replace brake shoes Whenever worn to the limit 4 Brake hoses Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary Replace Every 4 years 5 Wheels Check r...

Page 92: ...ce if necessary 14 Knuckle shafts Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 15 Steering shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 16 Steering system Check operation and repair or replace if damaged Check toe in and adjust if necessary 17 Engine mount Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 18 Axle boots Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary Change NO ITEM ...

Page 93: ...ng and cable Check operation and correct if necessary Check throttle cable free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate throttle lever housing and cable 26 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary 27 Lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary Adjust headlight beams NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12...

Page 94: ...rect the brake fluid level Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U5UH14E0 book Page 8 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 95: ... some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter Refer to this section each time the panel needs to be removed and installed EBU23111 Panel A To remove the panel Remove the bolt and then take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and install the bolt ECB00380 1 Panel A 1 Panel A 2 Bolt U5UH14E0 book Page 9 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 96: ...In addition the condition of the spark plug can reveal the condition of the engine To remove the spark plug 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Remove the spark plug as shown with the spark plug wrench included in the owner s tool kit To check the spark plug 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medi um to light tan the ideal color when the ATV is ridden...

Page 97: ...specification 2 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 3 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque Specified spark plug NGK DR8EA Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in 1 Spark plug gap Tightening torque Spark plug 17 5 Nm 1 75 m kgf 12 7 ft lbf U5UH14E0 book Pag...

Page 98: ...e each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up for several min utes and then turn it off 3 Wait a few minutes until the oil settles before checking 5 Insert the dipstick into the filler ho...

Page 99: ...he engine oil with or without oil fil ter cartridge replacement 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up for several min utes and then turn it off 3 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine oil filler cap and then re move the engine oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase 1 Dipstick 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark 1 ...

Page 100: ...ble at a nearby Yamaha dealer 6 Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge NOTE Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 7 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil fil 1 Oil filter cartridge 1 O ring U5UH14E0 book Page 14 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 101: ...d ENERGY CONSERV ING II or higher Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase 10 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 Nm 1 7 m kgf 12 ft lbf Tightening torque Engine oil drain bolt Recommended oil See page 10 1 Oil quantity Without oil filter cartridge replacement 2 2...

Page 102: ...l surface NOTE The final gear oil level must be checked on a cold engine 2 Remove the final gear oil filler bolt and then check the oil level in the final gear case NOTE The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole 3 If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level 4 Install the oil filler bolt and then tighten it...

Page 103: ...il filler bolt and the fi nal gear oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the final gear case 5 Install the drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 6 Add the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole as shown 1 Final gear case guard 2 Bolt 1 Final gear oil drain bolt Tightening torque Final gear oil drain bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf U5UH14E0 book Page 17 Thursday Ap...

Page 104: ... for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the ATV In addition the differential gear oil must be changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Final gear oil 2 Final gear oil filler bolt 3 Correct oil level Recommended final gear oil See page 10 1 Tightening torque Final gear oil filler bolt 23...

Page 105: ... 4 Install the drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 5 Add the specified amount of the recommend ed differential gear oil 1 Differential gear oil filler bolt 1 Differential gear oil drain bolt Tightening torque Differential gear oil drain bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf U5UH14E0 book Page 19 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 106: ...he air filter element should be cleaned at the in tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Clean the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas NOTE There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case If dust or water collects in this hose empty the hose and clean the air filter element and air fil ter case Recommended dif...

Page 107: ... the air filter element out of the air filter case 4 Pull off the lock plate and then remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame 1 Air filter case holder 2 Air filter case cover 1 Air filter element U5UH14E0 book Page 21 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 108: ...al NOTE The sponge material should be wet but not drip ping 9 Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele ment frame and then install the lock plate 10 Insert the air filter element into the air filter case and then install the air filter case cover 1 Air filter element frame 2 Sponge material 3 Air filter element lock plate POTENTIAL HAZARD Using low flash point solvents or gasoline to clean...

Page 109: ...CB00460 Make sure that the air filter element is prop erly seated in the air filter case Never operate the engine with the air filter el ement removed This will allow unfiltered air to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear and possible engine damage Addition ally operation without the air filter element will affect carburetor jetting with subsequent EBU23881 Cleaning the spark arrester Be sur...

Page 110: ...rk arrester POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper cleaning of the spark arrester Hot exhaust system WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could injure the eyes Could cause burns Could cause carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death Could start a fire HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When cleaning the spark arrester Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components Do not start the engine when cleaning the ex...

Page 111: ... carburetor The carburetor should be checked and if neces sary adjusted at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart The carburetor is an important part of the engine and requires very sophisticated adjustment Therefore most carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary profes sional knowledge and experience The adjustment 1 V belt ...

Page 112: ...ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart NOTE A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this adjustment 1 Start the engine and warm it up NOTE The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the throttle crease the engine idling speed turn the throt tle stop screw in direction a and to decrease it turn the screw in direction b NOTE If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as...

Page 113: ... ad justed if necessary before adjusting the throttle ca ble free play 1 Loosen the locknut 2 To increase the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction a To decrease the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut EBU24060 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use resulting in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To ...

Page 114: ... must be checked for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EBU24171 Front brake pads Check each front brake pad for damage and mea sure the lining thickness If a brake pad is dam aged or if the lining thickness is less than 1 0 mm 0 04 in have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set NOTE The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads See p...

Page 115: ...rake fluid is above brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Observe these precautions When checking the fluid level make sure that the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braki...

Page 116: ... dealer check the cause EBU24280 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the NOTE after the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart In addi tion have the oil seals of the brake master cylinder and calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed below or whenever they are EBU24380 Checking the front brake lever free...

Page 117: ... If the free play is incorrect adjust it as follows 1 Fully loosen the brake lever free play adjust ing nut on the brake cable at the rear wheel WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and that the free play is correct Make sure the brakes do not drag Make sure the brakes are not sp...

Page 118: ...ke lever and fully turn in the brake lever free play adjusting bolt 2 Turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut on the brake cable at the rear wheel hub so that gap A measures 0 1 mm 0 0 04 in 1 Brake pedal free play adjusting nut 2 Brake lever free play adjusting nut 1 Brake lever free play 2 Locknut 3 Brake lever free play adjusting bolt U5UH14E0 book Page 32 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 119: ...o decrease it 4 Tighten the locknut at the brake lever NOTE When adjusting the rear brake lever free play Be sure not to step on the brake pedal Make sure the brake pedal does not move 1 Brake lever free play adjusting nut 2 Gap A 1 Locknut 2 Brake lever free play adjusting bolt U5UH14E0 book Page 33 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 120: ...edal can be adjusted as follows but the other brake light switches should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer 1 Remove panel A See page 8 9 POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating with improperly serviced or ad justed brakes WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and that the free play is correct Ma...

Page 121: ...on and the condition of all control ca bles should be checked before each ride and the cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec essary If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it WARNING EWB02120 1 Brake light switch Recommended lubricant Engine oil POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged control cables WHAT CAN HAPPEN Corrosion can result when the cable shea...

Page 122: ...0 Checking and lubricating the brake pedal The operation of the brake pedal should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivot should be lubricated if necessary NOTE To access the brake pedal pivot remove panel A See page 8 9 Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all purpose grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all purpose grease U5UH14E0 book Page 36 Thursday April...

Page 123: ...ts must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic mainte EBU25080 Lubricating the knuckle shafts The knuckle shafts must be lubricated at the inter vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart EBU25100 Lubricating the steering shaft The steering shaft must be lubricated at the inter vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart EBU25212 Batte...

Page 124: ...d You could be se verely burned by the sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte Batteries produce explosive gas es HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Al ways shield eyes when working near batter ies Keep out of reach of children Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Get ...

Page 125: ... battery leads to the battery terminals CAUTION ECB00630 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To charge a sealed type MF battery a spe cial constant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery If you do not have access to a constant voltage battery charg er have a Yamaha dealer charge y...

Page 126: ...If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off all electrical circuits ECB00640 1 Main fuse 2 Spare main fuse 3 Fuse box 1 Headlight fuse 2 Ignition fuse 3 Four wheel drive motor fuse 4 Signaling system fuse 5 Spare fuse U5UH14E0 book Page 40 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 127: ...ght bulb If a headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the bulb holder cover at the rear of the headlight by pulling it off Specified fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 3 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A POTENTIAL HAZARD Using an improper fuse WHAT CAN HAPPEN An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which c...

Page 128: ...l a new headlight bulb holder assembly by inserting it into the headlight unit and turn ing it clockwise 1 Headlight coupler POTENTIAL HAZARD A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and im mediately after it is turned off WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flammable HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wait for the bulb to cool before touching or removing it U5U...

Page 129: ...l or thinner CAUTION ECB00670 Make sure the headlight bulb holder cover is securely fitted over the bulb holder and seated properly 7 Adjust the headlight beam if necessary EBU25550 Adjusting a headlight beam CAUTION ECB00690 It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment To raise a headlight beam turn the adjusting screw in direction a To lower a headlight beam turn the adjusting sc...

Page 130: ...1 Loosen the wheel nuts 2 Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame 3 Remove the nuts from the wheel 4 Remove the wheel EBU25700 Installing a wheel 1 Install the wheel and the nuts NOTE The arrow mark on the tire must point toward 1 Headlight beam adjusting screw 1 Wheel nut U5UH14E0 book Page 44 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 131: ...pered side to wards the wheel 2 Lower the ATV to the ground 3 Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torques 1 Arrow mark 1 Tapered nut Tightening torques Front wheel nut 55 Nm 5 5 m kgf 40 ft lbf Rear wheel nut 55 Nm 5 5 m kgf 40 ft lbf U5UH14E0 book Page 45 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 132: ...o a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools expe rience and know how to service the ATV properly Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts Im itation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWB02260 POTENTIAL HAZARD Checking the fuel system while smoking or near an open flame HO...

Page 133: ...ve a Yamaha dealer check the ATV Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The battery is good Dry Wet Ope...

Page 134: ...10 Excessive water pressure may cause water ed from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin operated car washers 4 Once most of the dirt has been hosed off wash all surfaces with warm water and mild detergent type soap An old toothbrush or bot tle brush is handy for hard to reach places 5 Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa ter and dry all surfaces wit...

Page 135: ...osen ing the drain bolt this will prevent fuel deposits from building up Pour the drained fuel into the fuel tank 4 Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer if available to prevent the fuel from deteriorat ing 5 Perform the following steps to protect the cyl inder piston rings etc from corrosion a Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug b Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the WHAT CAN HA...

Page 136: ...s and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals 7 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then block up the ATV so that all of its wheels are off the ground Alternative ly turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 8 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it 9 Remove the battery an...

Page 137: ...With oil and fuel 258 0 kg 569 lb Engine Engine type Air cooled 4 stroke SOHC Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined single cylinder Compression ratio 9 20 1 Starting system Electric and recoil starter Lubrication system Wet sump Engine oil Type YAMALUBE 4 SAE5W30 or SAE10W30 or SAE20W40 0 10 30 50 70 90 110 130 F YAMALUBE 4 10W30 or SAE 10W30 SAE 5W30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 C YAMALUBE 4 20W40 or S...

Page 138: ... L 3 57 US gal 2 97 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 3 3 L 0 87 US gal 0 73 Imp gal Carburetor Manufacturer MIKUNI Type x quantity Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Clutch Clutch type Wet centrifugal automatic Transmission Primary reduction system V belt Secondary reduction system Shaft drive Secondary reduction ratio 41 21 24 18 33 9 9 545 Transmission type V belt automatic Operation Left hand ...

Page 139: ...gf cm Rear 25 0 kPa 3 6 psi 0 250 kgf cm Minimum Front 22 0 kPa 3 2 psi 0 220 kgf cm Rear 22 0 kPa 3 2 psi 0 220 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Panel wheel Rim size 12 x 6 0AT Rear wheel Wheel type Panel wheel Rim size 12 x 7 5AT Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Drum brake Operation Left hand and right foot operation Front suspe...

Page 140: ... Voltage capacity 12 V 12 0 Ah Headlight Bulb type Halogen bulb Bulb voltage wattage x quantity Headlight 12 V 30 0 30 0 W 2 Tail brake light 12 V 5 0 21 0 W 1 Neutral indicator light Four wheel drive indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Four wheel drive motor fuse 3 0 A U5UH14E0 book Page 4 Thursday April 13 20...

Page 141: ...ef erence in case the ATV is stolen KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU26020 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped into the key Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EBU26030 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into 1 Key identifica...

Page 142: ...0 Model label The model label is affixed at the location in the il lustration Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be need 1 Vehicle identification number front left side 1 Model label U5UH14E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 143: ...e of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ul timate 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 Muff...

Page 144: ...e maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work MAINTENANCE INTERVAL DATE OF SERVICE MILEAGE SERVICING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS REMARKS month km mi hours 1 320 200 20 3 1300 800 80 6 2500 1600 160 12 5000 3200 320 18 7500 4800 480 24 10000 6400 640 30 12500 8000 800 36 15000 9600 960 42 17500 11200 1120 48 20000 12800 1280 54 22500 14400 1440 60 25000 16000 1600 U5UH14...

Page 145: ...quent pur chaser s it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an autho rized Yamaha ATV dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer An inspection and registration fee will be charged for this service EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation USA also warra...

Page 146: ...set up every new machine before sale 2 Explain the operation maintenance and warranty requirements to your satis faction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date 3 Each Yamaha ATV dealer is held responsible for his setup service and war ranty repair work CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service you must take it to any authorized Yamaha ATV dealer within the con...

Page 147: ... 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 150 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 ...

Page 148: ...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 Primary ID number your frame 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 U5UH14E0 book Page 8 Thursday April 13 2006 6 3...

Page 149: ...11 EBU26132 U5UH14E0 book Page 9 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 150: ...checking and lubricating 8 35 Carburetor adjusting 8 25 Carrier front 4 16 Carrier rear 4 16 Drive select lever 4 9 Drive select lever and driving in reverse 6 3 Drive select lever safety system cable adjusting 8 28 Drive shaft universal joint lubricating 8 37 E Engine break in 6 5 Engine cold start 6 1 Engine idling speed 8 26 Engine oil 5 3 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 8 12 Engine startin...

Page 151: ...art locations 3 1 Pre operation check list 5 1 S Safety information 1 1 Seat 4 14 Shock absorber assemblies adjusting the front 4 16 Shock absorber assembly adjusting the rear 4 17 Spark arrester cleaning 8 23 Spark plug checking 8 10 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 6 Starter choke 4 13 Start switch 4 3 Steering shaft lubricating 8 37 Storage 9 2 Storage compartment 4 15 Suspension lubricating...

Page 152: ...Warranty limited 11 5 Wheel bearings checking 8 37 Wheel installing 8 44 Wheel removing 8 44 U5UH14E0 book Page 3 Thursday April 13 2006 6 30 PM ...

Page 153: ...ct handling and control Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH NEVER operate without proper training or instruction at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions on public roads a collision can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PU...

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