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... SPECIFICATION LABELS...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION...2-1 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ...3-1 Identification number records...3-2 Key identification number...3-2 Vehicle identification number ...3-3 Model label ...3-3 2 3 CONTROL FUNCTIONS...4-1 Main switch ...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Speedometer ...4-6 Fuel gauge ...4-6 Handlebar switches ...4-7 Throttle lever ...4-10 Speed limiter ...4-11 Front brake lever...4-12 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...4-12 Drive select lever ...4-13 Recoil starter...4-13 Fuel tank cap ...4-14 Fuel cock...4-15 Starter (choke) ...4-16 Seat...
... SPECIFICATION LABELS...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION...2-1 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ...3-1 Identification number records...3-2 Key identification number...3-2 Vehicle identification number ...3-3 Model label ...3-3 2 3 CONTROL FUNCTIONS...4-1 Main switch ...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Speedometer ...4-6 Fuel gauge ...4-6 Handlebar switches ...4-7 Throttle lever ...4-10 Speed limiter ...4-11 Front brake lever...4-12 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...4-12 Drive select lever ...4-13 Recoil starter...4-13 Fuel tank cap ...4-14 Fuel cock...4-15 Starter (choke) ...4-16 Seat...
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5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-2 Fuel ...5-4 Engine oil ...5-6 Final gear oil...5-6 Differential gear oil ...5-7 Coolant...5-8 Throttle lever ...5-9 Fittings and fasteners...5-9 Lights...5-9 Switches...5-9 Tires ...5-10 How to measure tire pressure...5-12 Tire wear limit...5-13 OPERATION...6-1 Starting a cold engine ...6-1 Starting a warm engine...6-3 Warming up...6-3 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving...6-4 Engine break-in...6-7 Parking ...6-8 Parking on a slope...6-9 Accessories and loading ...6-10 7 RIDING YOUR ATV ...7-1 Getting to know your ATV ...
5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-2 Fuel ...5-4 Engine oil ...5-6 Final gear oil...5-6 Differential gear oil ...5-7 Coolant...5-8 Throttle lever ...5-9 Fittings and fasteners...5-9 Lights...5-9 Switches...5-9 Tires ...5-10 How to measure tire pressure...5-12 Tire wear limit...5-13 OPERATION...6-1 Starting a cold engine ...6-1 Starting a warm engine...6-3 Warming up...6-3 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving...6-4 Engine break-in...6-7 Parking ...6-8 Parking on a slope...6-9 Accessories and loading ...6-10 7 RIDING YOUR ATV ...7-1 Getting to know your ATV ...
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...oil and oil filter cartridge ...8-12 Final gear oil ...8-18 Differential gear oil replacement ...8-21 Cooling system...8-23 Changing the coolant ...8-24 Axle boots...8-28 Spark plug inspection...8-29 Air filter element cleaning...8-31 V-belt cooling duct check hose ...8-34 V-belt case drain plug...8-35 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-35 Carburetor adjustment...8-37 Idle speed adjustment ...8-37 Valve clearance adjustment ...8-38 Throttle lever adjustment...8-38 Select lever safety system cable adjustment ...8-39 Front brake pad check ...8-39 Rear brake pad check...8-40 Inspecting the brake fluid...
...oil and oil filter cartridge ...8-12 Final gear oil ...8-18 Differential gear oil replacement ...8-21 Cooling system...8-23 Changing the coolant ...8-24 Axle boots...8-28 Spark plug inspection...8-29 Air filter element cleaning...8-31 V-belt cooling duct check hose ...8-34 V-belt case drain plug...8-35 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-35 Carburetor adjustment...8-37 Idle speed adjustment ...8-37 Valve clearance adjustment ...8-38 Throttle lever adjustment...8-38 Select lever safety system cable adjustment ...8-39 Front brake pad check ...8-39 Rear brake pad check...8-40 Inspecting the brake fluid...
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...Engine oil dipstick Oil filter cartridge Coolant reservoir V-belt cooling duct check hose Rear brake lever Left handlebar switches Starter (choke) Drive select lever Speedometer Main switch Fuel tank cap Auxiliary DC jack On-Command four-wheel drive switch 27. EBU00032 1- Brake pedal 8. Air filter case 12. Spark arrester 3. Radiator cap 10. Tail/brake light 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. Spark plug 5. Rear brake fluid reservoir 6. V-belt case 9. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 2. Storage compartment and tool kit 4. Fuses...
...Engine oil dipstick Oil filter cartridge Coolant reservoir V-belt cooling duct check hose Rear brake lever Left handlebar switches Starter (choke) Drive select lever Speedometer Main switch Fuel tank cap Auxiliary DC jack On-Command four-wheel drive switch 27. EBU00032 1- Brake pedal 8. Air filter case 12. Spark arrester 3. Radiator cap 10. Tail/brake light 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. Spark plug 5. Rear brake fluid reservoir 6. V-belt case 9. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 2. Storage compartment and tool kit 4. Fuses...
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... so and allow the engine to warn that the coolant temperature is pushed, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. 4-2 Neutral indicator light "N" Reverse indicator light "R" Coolant temperature warning light " Park indicator light "P" Four-wheel drive indicator light " " " EBU06090 Park indicator light "P" This indicator light comes on to cool down for about 10 minutes. If the warning light does not come on during operation, stop switch to " " and turn the key to the following...
... so and allow the engine to warn that the coolant temperature is pushed, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. 4-2 Neutral indicator light "N" Reverse indicator light "R" Coolant temperature warning light " Park indicator light "P" Four-wheel drive indicator light " " " EBU06090 Park indicator light "P" This indicator light comes on to cool down for about 10 minutes. If the warning light does not come on during operation, stop switch to " " and turn the key to the following...
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Coolant temperature warning light does not come on . Go ahead with the transmission in the neutral position or park position. Coolant temperature warning light comes on momentarily. Push the start switch with riding. Coolant temperature and electrical circuit are OK. Coolant temperature warning light comes on . Coolant temperature warning light does not come on . Ask a Yamaha dealer to " ". EBU15390 Coolant temperature warning light checking method ACB-09E Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to inspect the electrical circuit. 4-4
Coolant temperature warning light does not come on . Go ahead with the transmission in the neutral position or park position. Coolant temperature warning light comes on momentarily. Push the start switch with riding. Coolant temperature and electrical circuit are OK. Coolant temperature warning light comes on . Coolant temperature warning light does not come on . Ask a Yamaha dealer to " ". EBU15390 Coolant temperature warning light checking method ACB-09E Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to inspect the electrical circuit. 4-4
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.... Light switch " / /OFF" 2. Set the switch to "OFF" to turn on the high beams, the taillight and the meter lighting. Engine stop the engine, especially in an emergency. Start switch " " EBU12510 Light switch " / /OFF" Set the switch to " " to " ". The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all the lights. 4-7 Engine stop switch " / " Make sure that the starter motor will not start or run when the engine stop switch is set to turn...
.... Light switch " / /OFF" 2. Set the switch to "OFF" to turn on the high beams, the taillight and the meter lighting. Engine stop the engine, especially in an emergency. Start switch " " EBU12510 Light switch " / /OFF" Set the switch to " " to " ". The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all the lights. 4-7 Engine stop switch " / " Make sure that the starter motor will not start or run when the engine stop switch is set to turn...
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... solve the problem yourself. 1. Throttle lever 4-10 EBU00062 Throttle lever Once the engine is running, movement of the throttle lever before riding the ATV. Before starting the engine, check the throttle to be hard to . If it returns to an idle any time the hand is released. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the machine will decelerate, and the engine will increase the engine speed. This could...
... solve the problem yourself. 1. Throttle lever 4-10 EBU00062 Throttle lever Once the engine is running, movement of the throttle lever before riding the ATV. Before starting the engine, check the throttle to be hard to . If it returns to an idle any time the hand is released. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the machine will decelerate, and the engine will increase the engine speed. This could...
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... suitable work lights, radios, etc. Set the light switch to an accident. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then insert the accessory power plug into the jack. 4-21 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is running. 1. Auxiliary DC jack cap 2. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always adjust the shock absorbers on the left and right side to the same setting. EBU10020 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper shock absorber...
... suitable work lights, radios, etc. Set the light switch to an accident. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then insert the accessory power plug into the jack. 4-21 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is running. 1. Auxiliary DC jack cap 2. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always adjust the shock absorbers on the left and right side to the same setting. EBU10020 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper shock absorber...
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If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake pads for one minute. If a problem cannot be a leak in this manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for the cause. 5-3 If there is leaking out of every ride. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are working properly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You...
If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake pads for one minute. If a problem cannot be a leak in this manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for the cause. 5-3 If there is leaking out of every ride. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are working properly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You...
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... Read the Owner's Manual carefully. EBU15111 OPERATION Starting a cold engine WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could cause an accident or injury. Apply the rear brake lever. 2. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. If there is a control or function you begin riding. 1. EBU00161 1- Turn the fuel cock to " ". 4. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ATV without being familiar with all control cables work smoothly...
... Read the Owner's Manual carefully. EBU15111 OPERATION Starting a cold engine WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could cause an accident or injury. Apply the rear brake lever. 2. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. If there is a control or function you begin riding. 1. EBU00161 1- Turn the fuel cock to " ". 4. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ATV without being familiar with all control cables work smoothly...
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... a Yamaha dealer to the figure: Position 1 : Cold engine startambient temperature below 5°C (40°F). Half open 3. Closed 11 12 13 14 6. Position 2 : Cold engine startambient temperature at 0°C (30°F)-30°C (90°F) and warming up position. G The engine can be started in reference to inspect the respective electric circuit. Use the starter (choke) in any gear if the rear brake...
... a Yamaha dealer to the figure: Position 1 : Cold engine startambient temperature below 5°C (40°F). Half open 3. Closed 11 12 13 14 6. Position 2 : Cold engine startambient temperature at 0°C (30°F)-30°C (90°F) and warming up position. G The engine can be started in reference to inspect the respective electric circuit. Use the starter (choke) in any gear if the rear brake...
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... Park NOTE: The drive select lever cannot be on. Bring the ATV to a complete stop and return the throttle lever to the closed position. 2. Drive select lever NOTE: G When in the engine, the light may not come on until the ATV starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. 1. Check behind for people or obstacles, and then release the brake...
... Park NOTE: The drive select lever cannot be on. Bring the ATV to a complete stop and return the throttle lever to the closed position. 2. Drive select lever NOTE: G When in the engine, the light may not come on until the ATV starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. 1. Check behind for people or obstacles, and then release the brake...
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... throttle, brakes, and turning techniques in contact with your ATV. Always avoid riding on pavement. When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. Select a large, flat area off-road to become familiar with these components. Avoid higher speeds until you are more difficult terrain. Make sure that the engine and exhaust pipe will start...
... throttle, brakes, and turning techniques in contact with your ATV. Always avoid riding on pavement. When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. Select a large, flat area off-road to become familiar with these components. Avoid higher speeds until you are more difficult terrain. Make sure that the engine and exhaust pipe will start...
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... the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction b. 3. Rear brake light switch 2. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Install the panel. 1. Adjusting nut 8-47 If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. 1. Remove panel B. (See page 8-9 for panel removal and installation procedures.) 2. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear brake light switch in place. EBU12590 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch, which...
... the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction b. 3. Rear brake light switch 2. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Install the panel. 1. Adjusting nut 8-47 If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. 1. Remove panel B. (See page 8-9 for panel removal and installation procedures.) 2. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear brake light switch in place. EBU12590 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch, which...
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... not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Replace damaged cables. Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. EBU00356 EBU12600 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged control cables. Operation of control cables becomes damaged. Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-48 Lubricating the brake levers and brake pedal Lubricate the pivoting parts...
... not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Replace damaged cables. Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. EBU00356 EBU12600 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged control cables. Operation of control cables becomes damaged. Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-48 Lubricating the brake levers and brake pedal Lubricate the pivoting parts...
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Main fuse 2. Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse Spare fuse (× 3) 1. Spare main fuse Specified fuses: Main fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Four-wheel drive fuse: Signaling system fuse: 8-54 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 1. Main fuse 2. Fuse box 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Main fuse 2. Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse Spare fuse (× 3) 1. Spare main fuse Specified fuses: Main fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Four-wheel drive fuse: Signaling system fuse: 8-54 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 1. Main fuse 2. Fuse box 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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... 13 14 A. If the engine case is handy for hard-to prevent water entry. Rinse the machine off , wash all surfaces with a garden hose. EBU00419 1- CLEANING Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will not only enhance its appearance but will improve its general performance and extend the useful life of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. A plastic bag and...
... 13 14 A. If the engine case is handy for hard-to prevent water entry. Rinse the machine off , wash all surfaces with a garden hose. EBU00419 1- CLEANING Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will not only enhance its appearance but will improve its general performance and extend the useful life of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. A plastic bag and...
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... of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in a humid or salt-air atmosphere, coat all exposed metal surfaces with oil. 3. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the engine over the exhaust pipe outlet to be drained instead. 2. Do not apply oil to coat the cylinder wall with a light film of fuel stabilizer and conditioner eliminates the need to each gallon of fuel (or 7.5 cc of stabilizer to...
... of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in a humid or salt-air atmosphere, coat all exposed metal surfaces with oil. 3. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the engine over the exhaust pipe outlet to be drained instead. 2. Do not apply oil to coat the cylinder wall with a light film of fuel stabilizer and conditioner eliminates the need to each gallon of fuel (or 7.5 cc of stabilizer to...
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Model Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Headlight Tail/brake light Meter lighting Neutral indicator light Reverse indicator light Coolant temperature warning light Park position indicator light Four-wheel drive indicator light Fuses: Main fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse YFM4FAV 12 V 30 W/30.0 W × 2 12 V 5 W/21.0 W × 1 14 V 3.0 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 10-6
Model Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Headlight Tail/brake light Meter lighting Neutral indicator light Reverse indicator light Coolant temperature warning light Park position indicator light Four-wheel drive indicator light Fuses: Main fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse YFM4FAV 12 V 30 W/30.0 W × 2 12 V 5 W/21.0 W × 1 14 V 3.0 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 12 V 1.7 W × 1 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 10-6