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... 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 CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch...4-1 2 3 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Fuel gauge ...4-4 Speedometer unit ...4-5 Handlebar switches ...4-7 Throttle lever ...4-13 Speed limiter ...4-14 Front brake lever...4-15 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...4-15 Drive select lever ...4-16 Recoil starter...4-17 Fuel tank cap ...4-18 Fuel cock...4-18 Starter (choke) ...4-20 Seat...4-20...
... 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 CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch...4-1 2 3 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Fuel gauge ...4-4 Speedometer unit ...4-5 Handlebar switches ...4-7 Throttle lever ...4-13 Speed limiter ...4-14 Front brake lever...4-15 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...4-15 Drive select lever ...4-16 Recoil starter...4-17 Fuel tank cap ...4-18 Fuel cock...4-18 Starter (choke) ...4-20 Seat...4-20...
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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 ...5-6 Coolant...5-7 Throttle lever ...5-7 Fittings and fasteners...5-8 Lights...5-8 Switches...5-8 Tires ...5-8 How to measure tire pressure...5-10 Tire wear limit...5-11 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 ...5-6 Coolant...5-7 Throttle lever ...5-7 Fittings and fasteners...5-8 Lights...5-8 Switches...5-8 Tires ...5-8 How to measure tire pressure...5-10 Tire wear limit...5-11 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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......8-6 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...8-12 Final gear oil ...8-17 Differential gear oil...8-20 Cooling system...8-22 Changing the coolant ...8-24 Axle boots...8-27 Spark plug inspection...8-28 Air filter element cleaning...8-31 V-belt cooling duct check hose ...8-34 V-belt case drain plug...8-34 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-35 Carburetor adjustment...8-36 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...
......8-6 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...8-12 Final gear oil ...8-17 Differential gear oil...8-20 Cooling system...8-22 Changing the coolant ...8-24 Axle boots...8-27 Spark plug inspection...8-28 Air filter element cleaning...8-31 V-belt cooling duct check hose ...8-34 V-belt case drain plug...8-34 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-35 Carburetor adjustment...8-36 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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Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light bulb replacement ...8-58 Troubleshooting ...8-59 Troubleshooting charts ...8-61 9 CLEANING AND STORAGE...9-1 A. Cleaning...9-1 B. Storage ...9-3 SPECIFICATIONS...10-1 NOISE REGULATION...11-1 MAINTENANCE RECORD ...12-1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY...13-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...14-1 10 11 12 13 14
Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light bulb replacement ...8-58 Troubleshooting ...8-59 Troubleshooting charts ...8-61 9 CLEANING AND STORAGE...9-1 A. Cleaning...9-1 B. Storage ...9-3 SPECIFICATIONS...10-1 NOISE REGULATION...11-1 MAINTENANCE RECORD ...12-1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY...13-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...14-1 10 11 12 13 14
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... 2. Fuel cock 11. Air filter case 12. Spark arrester 3. Spark plug 5. 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 unit Main switch Fuel tank cap Auxiliary DC jack Right handlebar switch Throttle lever Front brake lever NOTE: The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 3-1 Storage compartment and tool kit 4. Radiator cap 10. Brake pedal 8. Fuses 13. Tail/brake light...
... 2. Fuel cock 11. Air filter case 12. Spark arrester 3. Spark plug 5. 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 unit Main switch Fuel tank cap Auxiliary DC jack Right handlebar switch Throttle lever Front brake lever NOTE: The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 3-1 Storage compartment and tool kit 4. Radiator cap 10. Brake pedal 8. Fuses 13. Tail/brake light...
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... indicator light "L" This indicator light comes on when the drive select lever is set to the "4WDLOCK" position. LOCK" Low-range indicator light "L" High-range indicator light "H" Neutral indicator light "N" Reverse indicator light "R" Park indicator light "P" Differential gear lock indicator " " Coolant temperature warning light " " DIFF. NOTE: When the switch is set to "LOCK", the differential gear lock indicator light will flash until the differential gear is in the "H" position. 4-2 EBU08020 EBU10601 Indicator and warning lights Differential gear lock indicator light...
... indicator light "L" This indicator light comes on when the drive select lever is set to the "4WDLOCK" position. LOCK" Low-range indicator light "L" High-range indicator light "H" Neutral indicator light "N" Reverse indicator light "R" Park indicator light "P" Differential gear lock indicator " " Coolant temperature warning light " " DIFF. NOTE: When the switch is set to "LOCK", the differential gear lock indicator light will flash until the differential gear is in the "H" position. 4-2 EBU08020 EBU10601 Indicator and warning lights Differential gear lock indicator light...
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... properly. Light switch " / /OFF" Start switch " " Engine stop switch " / " Override switch "OVERRIDE" EBU12040 Light switch " / /OFF" Set the switch to " " to turn on the high beam and the taillight. Set the switch to " " to turn on the low beam and the taillight. 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...
... properly. Light switch " / /OFF" Start switch " " Engine stop switch " / " Override switch "OVERRIDE" EBU12040 Light switch " / /OFF" Set the switch to " " to turn on the high beam and the taillight. Set the switch to " " to turn on the low beam and the taillight. 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...
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... it returns to the idle position as soon as the lever is released. Speed limiter The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening, even when the throttle lever is operating smoothly. Turning in ) 4-14 WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could cause an accident. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Malfunction of the ATV. 1. Correct the problem before you start the engine. Adjusting screw a. HOW...
... it returns to the idle position as soon as the lever is released. Speed limiter The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening, even when the throttle lever is operating smoothly. Turning in ) 4-14 WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could cause an accident. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Malfunction of the ATV. 1. Correct the problem before you start the engine. Adjusting screw a. HOW...
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.... 5-3 If a problem cannot be a leak in this manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for one minute. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake pads for wear. (See pages 8-39-8-40.) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are working properly. Brake fluid leakage Check...
.... 5-3 If a problem cannot be a leak in this manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for one minute. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake pads for wear. (See pages 8-39-8-40.) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at slow speed after starting out to make sure they are working properly. Brake fluid leakage Check...
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... water. _ EBU01083 Coolant reservoir capacity (up to cool before completely removing the cap. CAUTION: _ Hard water or salt water is harmful to the idle position when released. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be burned by hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure. It must open smoothly and spring back to the engine. EBU12530 Coolant Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold...
... water. _ EBU01083 Coolant reservoir capacity (up to cool before completely removing the cap. CAUTION: _ Hard water or salt water is harmful to the idle position when released. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be burned by hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure. It must open smoothly and spring back to the engine. EBU12530 Coolant Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold...
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... recommended. ACE-01E Lights Check the headlights and tail/brake light to the Service Manual for proper operation. Repair as necessary for correct tightening torque. EBU10030 Tires WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of control, increasing your risk of this ATV with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure. Manufacturer Front Rear MAXXIS MAXXIS Size AT25 ×...
... recommended. ACE-01E Lights Check the headlights and tail/brake light to the Service Manual for proper operation. Repair as necessary for correct tightening torque. EBU10030 Tires WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of control, increasing your risk of this ATV with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure. Manufacturer Front Rear MAXXIS MAXXIS Size AT25 ×...
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... the Owner's Manual carefully. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to an accident or collision. Turn the fuel cock to " ". 4. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ATV without being familiar with all control cables work smoothly before you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. 6-1 EBU15111 OPERATION Starting a cold engine WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could cause an accident or injury. Apply the rear brake...
... the Owner's Manual carefully. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to an accident or collision. Turn the fuel cock to " ". 4. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ATV without being familiar with all control cables work smoothly before you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. 6-1 EBU15111 OPERATION Starting a cold engine WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could cause an accident or injury. Apply the rear brake...
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... any gear if the rear brake lever is in reference to shift into neutral or park before starting the engine. _ _ Position 3 : Cold engine startambient temperature above 25 °C (80 °F) and warm engine start switch. 6-2 Starter (choke) 2. Half open 3. Closed 11 12 13 14 6. NOTE: G When the drive select lever is applied. Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by pushing the start position. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5. Position 2 : Cold engine...
... any gear if the rear brake lever is in reference to shift into neutral or park before starting the engine. _ _ Position 3 : Cold engine startambient temperature above 25 °C (80 °F) and warm engine start switch. 6-2 Starter (choke) 2. Half open 3. Closed 11 12 13 14 6. NOTE: G When the drive select lever is applied. Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by pushing the start position. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5. Position 2 : Cold engine...
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Apply the brake pedal. 3. Drive select lever NOTE: G When in the engine, the light may not come on . Check behind for people or obstacles, and then release the brake pedal. 6-5 Shift from neutral to reverse or from reverse or park without applying the rear brake. _ _ 1. If the light does not come on until the ATV starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. 1. G Due...
Apply the brake pedal. 3. Drive select lever NOTE: G When in the engine, the light may not come on . Check behind for people or obstacles, and then release the brake pedal. 6-5 Shift from neutral to reverse or from reverse or park without applying the rear brake. _ _ 1. If the light does not come on until the ATV starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. 1. G Due...
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... that the engine and exhaust pipe will start the engine. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. Avoid higher speeds until you are more difficult terrain. Damage to the engine or drive train may lift off -road use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing control and increasing...
... that the engine and exhaust pipe will start the engine. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. Avoid higher speeds until you are more difficult terrain. Damage to the engine or drive train may lift off -road use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing control and increasing...
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.... Rear brake light switch 2. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. 1. EBU12590 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch, which is activated by the brake pedal and rear brake lever, is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on later, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. 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. To make the brake light...
.... Rear brake light switch 2. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. 1. EBU12590 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch, which is activated by the brake pedal and rear brake lever, is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on later, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. 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. To make the brake light...
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... lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-47 Lubricating the brake levers and brake pedal Lubricate the pivoting parts. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Inspect cables frequently. Operation of control cables becomes damaged. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Cables can result when the outer covering of controls could be...
... lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-47 Lubricating the brake levers and brake pedal Lubricate the pivoting parts. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Inspect cables frequently. Operation of control cables becomes damaged. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Cables can result when the outer covering of controls could be...
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Fuse box 1. 3. 5. 6. 7. Headlight fuse 2. Main fuse 2. Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse (for odometer and clock) Spare fuse (× 3) 1. Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse 4. Main fuse 2. Spare main fuse Specified fuses: Main fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Four-wheel drive fuse: Signaling system fuse: Backup fuse: 8-53 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 1.
Fuse box 1. 3. 5. 6. 7. Headlight fuse 2. Main fuse 2. Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse (for odometer and clock) Spare fuse (× 3) 1. Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse 4. Main fuse 2. Spare main fuse Specified fuses: Main fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Four-wheel drive fuse: Signaling system fuse: Backup fuse: 8-53 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 1.
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Once the majority of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. 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 the exhaust pipe to do the job. 9-1 CLEANING AND STORAGE CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may be used. Make sure the spark plug and all surfaces with...
Once the majority of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. 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 the exhaust pipe to do the job. 9-1 CLEANING AND STORAGE CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may be used. Make sure the spark plug and all surfaces with...
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Model Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Headlight Tail/brake light Indicator light: Neutral indicator light Reverse indicator light Coolant temperature warning light Park indicator light High-range indicator light Low-range indicator light Differential gear lock indicator light Fuses: Main fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse YFM45FAV 12 V 30W/30.0 W × 2 12 V 5W/21.0 W × 1 LED LED LED LED LED LED LED 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10-6
Model Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Headlight Tail/brake light Indicator light: Neutral indicator light Reverse indicator light Coolant temperature warning light Park indicator light High-range indicator light Low-range indicator light Differential gear lock indicator light Fuses: Main fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel drive fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse YFM45FAV 12 V 30W/30.0 W × 2 12 V 5W/21.0 W × 1 LED LED LED LED LED LED LED 30.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 3.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10-6