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... CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel ...5-4 Engine oil ...5-6 Coolant...5-7 Final gear oil ...5-7 Differential gear oil ...5-7 EVU00050 CONTENTS 1 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit...4-5 Switches ...4-11 Accelerator pedal ...4-13 Brake pedal ...4-14 Parking brake lever ...4-14 Drive select lever...4-15 Fuel tank cap...4-15 Doors ...4-16 Seats ...4-16 Seat belts...4-17 2 3 4 Glove compartment...
... CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel ...5-4 Engine oil ...5-6 Coolant...5-7 Final gear oil ...5-7 Differential gear oil ...5-7 EVU00050 CONTENTS 1 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit...4-5 Switches ...4-11 Accelerator pedal ...4-13 Brake pedal ...4-14 Parking brake lever ...4-14 Drive select lever...4-15 Fuel tank cap...4-15 Doors ...4-16 Seats ...4-16 Seat belts...4-17 2 3 4 Glove compartment...
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...four-wheel-drive switch and differential gear lock switch ...6-6 Parking ...6-8 Loading ...6-9 BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE...7-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE...7-1 Driver requirements ...7-3 7 Passenger requirements ...7-4 Occupant protection system...7-4 Protective structure...7-6 Seat belts...7-6 Doors ...7-9 Passenger handholds...7-9 Seat and hip restraints ...7-10 Floorboard ...7-11 Steering wheel...7-11 LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE...7-12 Personal protective equipment...7-12 Practice for new Rhino users ...7-13 Getting ready to ride ...7-14 Turning...7-15 Accelerating...7-16 Braking...7-16 Engine...
...four-wheel-drive switch and differential gear lock switch ...6-6 Parking ...6-8 Loading ...6-9 BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE...7-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE...7-1 Driver requirements ...7-3 7 Passenger requirements ...7-4 Occupant protection system...7-4 Protective structure...7-6 Seat belts...7-6 Doors ...7-9 Passenger handholds...7-9 Seat and hip restraints ...7-10 Floorboard ...7-11 Steering wheel...7-11 LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE...7-12 Personal protective equipment...7-12 Practice for new Rhino users ...7-13 Getting ready to ride ...7-14 Turning...7-15 Accelerating...7-16 Braking...7-16 Engine...
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...Owner's manual and tool kit...8-2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system...8-4 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...8-5 Hood ...8-7 Console ...8-9 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...8-10 Final gear oil ...8-16 Differential gear oil ...8-19 Coolant...8-21 Axle boots ...8-23 Spark plug inspection ...8-24 Cleaning the air filter element ...8-26 Drive select lever box check hose ...8-31 V-belt cooling duct check hose...8-32 V-belt case drain plug ...8-32 Cleaning the spark arrester ...8-33 Valve clearance ...8-34 Brakes...8-34 Checking the front and rear brake pads...
...Owner's manual and tool kit...8-2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system...8-4 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...8-5 Hood ...8-7 Console ...8-9 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...8-10 Final gear oil ...8-16 Differential gear oil ...8-19 Coolant...8-21 Axle boots ...8-23 Spark plug inspection ...8-24 Cleaning the air filter element ...8-26 Drive select lever box check hose ...8-31 V-belt cooling duct check hose...8-32 V-belt case drain plug ...8-32 Cleaning the spark arrester ...8-33 Valve clearance ...8-34 Brakes...8-34 Checking the front and rear brake pads...
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... EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...11-7 10 Storage ...9-2 SPECIFICATIONS...10-1 11 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...11-1 Identification number records...11-1 NOISE REGULATION...11-4 MAINTENANCE RECORD ...11-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lubrication ...8-41 Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication ...8-41 Steering shaft lubrication ...8-43 Wheel removal ...8-43 Tire replacement ...8-44 Wheel installation ...8-45 Battery ...8-46 Jump-starting ...8-50 Fuse replacement ...8-52 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-54 Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light...
... EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...11-7 10 Storage ...9-2 SPECIFICATIONS...10-1 11 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...11-1 Identification number records...11-1 NOISE REGULATION...11-4 MAINTENANCE RECORD ...11-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lubrication ...8-41 Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication ...8-41 Steering shaft lubrication ...8-43 Wheel removal ...8-43 Tire replacement ...8-44 Wheel installation ...8-45 Battery ...8-46 Jump-starting ...8-50 Fuse replacement ...8-52 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-54 Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light...
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...-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. • Do not drive or ride as passenger after using drugs or alcohol. 2-2 DRIVER UNDER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 • This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with their...carry passengers in the cargo bed. • Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly. • Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with a valid motor vehicle license. Before you operate the Rhino G Prepare yourself and your passenger: • This vehicle is...
...-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. • Do not drive or ride as passenger after using drugs or alcohol. 2-2 DRIVER UNDER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 • This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with their...carry passengers in the cargo bed. • Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly. • Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with a valid motor vehicle license. Before you operate the Rhino G Prepare yourself and your passenger: • This vehicle is...
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Drive select lever 33. Steering wheel 27. Main switch 28. Parking brake lever 34. Multi-function meter unit 30. Accelerator pedal 35. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches 29. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light 31. Brake pedal 3-2 O P QR S T U V The vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Y X W G 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 25. Auxiliary DC jack 32. Light switch 26.
Drive select lever 33. Steering wheel 27. Main switch 28. Parking brake lever 34. Multi-function meter unit 30. Accelerator pedal 35. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches 29. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light 31. Brake pedal 3-2 O P QR S T U V The vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Y X W G 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 25. Auxiliary DC jack 32. Light switch 26.
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... brakes are working properly. If not, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level. If there is leaking out of the brake pedal. Brake operation Check the operation of the brakes at slow speed after starting out to see if any brake fluid is any leakage, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake...
... brakes are working properly. If not, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level. If there is leaking out of the brake pedal. Brake operation Check the operation of the brakes at slow speed after starting out to see if any brake fluid is any leakage, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake...
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... longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost. 5-4 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are outside the vehicle. If gasoline spills on your clothing, change your skin, wash with soap and water. To avoid fires and explosions and to spill out of water heaters and clothes dryers. 2. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that driver and passenger are extremely flammable. EVU00400 Fuel Make...
... longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost. 5-4 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are outside the vehicle. If gasoline spills on your clothing, change your skin, wash with soap and water. To avoid fires and explosions and to spill out of water heaters and clothes dryers. 2. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that driver and passenger are extremely flammable. EVU00400 Fuel Make...
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.... Take the vehicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for proper operation. Turn the steering wheel right and left. Check for excessive free play, abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. It must operate smoothly and spring back to see that the accelerator pedal operates correctly. Wash off any dirt or mud that the seat belts are working properly after a crash, have...
.... Take the vehicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for proper operation. Turn the steering wheel right and left. Check for excessive free play, abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. It must operate smoothly and spring back to see that the accelerator pedal operates correctly. Wash off any dirt or mud that the seat belts are working properly after a crash, have...
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Vary the speed of heat. Turn the main switch to time. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral position. Starting the engine 1. Apply the brake pedal. 3. After break-in the neutral position, the neutral indicator light should come on. If a warning light does not go off. Allow a cooling-off , see page 4-4 for the engine, by cruising at one set throttle position. 10-20 hours: Avoid...
Vary the speed of heat. Turn the main switch to time. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral position. Starting the engine 1. Apply the brake pedal. 3. After break-in the neutral position, the neutral indicator light should come on. If a warning light does not go off. Allow a cooling-off , see page 4-4 for the engine, by cruising at one set throttle position. 10-20 hours: Avoid...
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... on each operation of the electric starter to let it again. Wait at least 5 seconds between each attempt, or starter damage could occur. If the engine fails to start the engine by turning the key to "START". Each attempt should be started in any gear if the brake is cold! Do not turn the key to the "START" position with the engine running, or damage to shift into...
... on each operation of the electric starter to let it again. Wait at least 5 seconds between each attempt, or starter damage could occur. If the engine fails to start the engine by turning the key to "START". Each attempt should be started in any gear if the brake is cold! Do not turn the key to the "START" position with the engine running, or damage to shift into...
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... the vehicle for people or obstacles, and then release the brake pedal. 5. Check behind you . 2. Apply the brake pedal. 3. Shift from neutral to the synchronizing mechanism in serious injury or death. 1. G If the light does not come on until the vehicle starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. Shifting: neutral to inspect the reverse indicator light electrical circuit...
... the vehicle for people or obstacles, and then release the brake pedal. 5. Check behind you . 2. Apply the brake pedal. 3. Shift from neutral to the synchronizing mechanism in serious injury or death. 1. G If the light does not come on until the vehicle starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. Shifting: neutral to inspect the reverse indicator light electrical circuit...
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... the engine oil level on a level surface. 2. Park the vehicle on a cold engine. Remove the dipstick, and then wipe it off with a clean rag. 1 1. In addition, change the oil and the oil filter cartridge at least ten minutes until the oil settles for console removal and installation procedures.) 3. Dipstick 8-10 If the engine was started before each operation. 5B410012 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge Check engine oil level before...
... the engine oil level on a level surface. 2. Park the vehicle on a cold engine. Remove the dipstick, and then wipe it off with a clean rag. 1 1. In addition, change the oil and the oil filter cartridge at least ten minutes until the oil settles for console removal and installation procedures.) 3. Dipstick 8-10 If the engine was started before each operation. 5B410012 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge Check engine oil level before...
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... the brake light switch as follows. 1. To make the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Reinstall the console. 10. Reinstall the seats. Close the hood. 8-39 EVU00880 b a 2 1 1. Turn the adjusting nut in direction a to decrease the free play or in place. Tighten the locknut. 9. Brake light switch adjustment The brake light switch...
... the brake light switch as follows. 1. To make the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Reinstall the console. 10. Reinstall the seats. Close the hood. 8-39 EVU00880 b a 2 1 1. Turn the adjusting nut in direction a to decrease the free play or in place. Tighten the locknut. 9. Brake light switch adjustment The brake light switch...
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Lubricate the cable ends. Adjusting nut 8-40 Cables can result when the outer covering of control cables becomes damaged. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 1. Inspect control cables frequently and replace damaged cables. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Corrosion can also become frayed or kinked. Brake light switch 2. EVU00890 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING 1 a 2 b Damaged cables could restrict operation, which may cause an accident or injury.
Lubricate the cable ends. Adjusting nut 8-40 Cables can result when the outer covering of control cables becomes damaged. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 1. Inspect control cables frequently and replace damaged cables. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Corrosion can also become frayed or kinked. Brake light switch 2. EVU00890 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING 1 a 2 b Damaged cables could restrict operation, which may cause an accident or injury.
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...may lead to a fire. 8-53 1. Headlight fuse "HEAD" 5. Auxiliary DC jack fuse "TERMINAL" 7. Never use a fuse of the specified amperage. Signaling system fuse "SIGNAL" 6. Main fuse 4. Ignition fuse "IGNITION" 9. Backup fuse "BACK UP" (for odometer and clock) 10. Spare fuse (× 3) 11. Battery compartment cover 5. Quick fastener screw (× 2) 2. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse "DIFF" 8. Remove the battery compartment cover by lifting it up and pulling it out. 1 2 3 4 567 8 2 @ 1 9 0 A 1. Fuel injection system fuse 3. Radiator fan fuse "FAN" Remove the...
...may lead to a fire. 8-53 1. Headlight fuse "HEAD" 5. Auxiliary DC jack fuse "TERMINAL" 7. Never use a fuse of the specified amperage. Signaling system fuse "SIGNAL" 6. Main fuse 4. Ignition fuse "IGNITION" 9. Backup fuse "BACK UP" (for odometer and clock) 10. Spare fuse (× 3) 11. Battery compartment cover 5. Quick fastener screw (× 2) 2. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse "DIFF" 8. Remove the battery compartment cover by lifting it up and pulling it out. 1 2 3 4 567 8 2 @ 1 9 0 A 1. Fuel injection system fuse 3. Radiator fan fuse "FAN" Remove the...
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..., have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 7. Lift the hood up. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for hood opening and closing procedures.) 2. Reinstall the battery compartment cover by pulling it as follows. 1. Cover at the rear of the headlight 8-54 EVU01670 Specified fuses: Main fuse: Fuel injection system fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Signaling system fuse: Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: Radiator fan fuse: Backup fuse: 40.0 A 10.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 25.0 A 10.0 A Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it...
..., have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 7. Lift the hood up. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for hood opening and closing procedures.) 2. Reinstall the battery compartment cover by pulling it as follows. 1. Cover at the rear of the headlight 8-54 EVU01670 Specified fuses: Main fuse: Fuel injection system fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Signaling system fuse: Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: Radiator fan fuse: Backup fuse: 40.0 A 10.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 25.0 A 10.0 A Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it...
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... its general performance and extend the useful life of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to do the job. Before cleaning the vehicle: a. WARNING! Test the brakes after washing. b. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off the end of an accident. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. Use only enough pressure to...
... its general performance and extend the useful life of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to do the job. Before cleaning the vehicle: a. WARNING! Test the brakes after washing. b. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off the end of an accident. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. Use only enough pressure to...
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Model Specified fuses: Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel-drive motor fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse Radiator fan fuse YXR7FY/YXR7FDUY/YXR7FSPY/YXR7FHY/YXR7FSEY 40.0 A 10.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 25.0 A 10-7
Model Specified fuses: Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel-drive motor fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse Radiator fan fuse YXR7FY/YXR7FDUY/YXR7FSPY/YXR7FHY/YXR7FSEY 40.0 A 10.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 25.0 A 10-7
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... × Side vehicle as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake pads. A reasonable dealer-imposed fee may be charged for the balance of ownership to any failures caused by this warranty that the vehicle is imperative that it is designed, built, and equipped so as a result of owner abuse and/or lack of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that are not covered by an...
... × Side vehicle as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake pads. A reasonable dealer-imposed fee may be charged for the balance of ownership to any failures caused by this warranty that the vehicle is imperative that it is designed, built, and equipped so as a result of owner abuse and/or lack of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that are not covered by an...