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...15 Drive select lever...4-15 Fuel tank cap...4-16 Doors ...4-16 Seats ...4-17 Seat belts...4-18 2 3 4 Glove compartment ...4-18 Cup holders...4-19 Cargo bed ...4-20 Adjusting the front and rear shock absorber assemblies (YXR7FB/YXR7FHB)...4-22 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies (YXR7FSPB) ...4-24 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assemblies (YXR7FSPB) ...4-29 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver ...4-35 Auxiliary DC jack...4-35 5 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel ...5-4 Engine oil ...5-6 Coolant...5-6 Final gear oil ...5-7 Differential...
...15 Drive select lever...4-15 Fuel tank cap...4-16 Doors ...4-16 Seats ...4-17 Seat belts...4-18 2 3 4 Glove compartment ...4-18 Cup holders...4-19 Cargo bed ...4-20 Adjusting the front and rear shock absorber assemblies (YXR7FB/YXR7FHB)...4-22 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies (YXR7FSPB) ...4-24 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assemblies (YXR7FSPB) ...4-29 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver ...4-35 Auxiliary DC jack...4-35 5 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel ...5-4 Engine oil ...5-6 Coolant...5-6 Final gear oil ...5-7 Differential...
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Seat belts ...5-7 Steering...5-8 Fittings and fasteners...5-8 Instruments, lights and switches...5-8 Control cables ...5-8 Tires ...5-8 6 OPERATION...6-1 Engine break-in...6-1 Starting the engine...6-2 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving...6-4 On-Command 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 Passenger requirements...7-4 Occupant protection system ...7-4 7 Protective structure...7-6 Seat belts...7-6 Doors ...7-9 Passenger handholds...7-10 Seat...
Seat belts ...5-7 Steering...5-8 Fittings and fasteners...5-8 Instruments, lights and switches...5-8 Control cables ...5-8 Tires ...5-8 6 OPERATION...6-1 Engine break-in...6-1 Starting the engine...6-2 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving...6-4 On-Command 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 Passenger requirements...7-4 Occupant protection system ...7-4 7 Protective structure...7-6 Seat belts...7-6 Doors ...7-9 Passenger handholds...7-10 Seat...
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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 ...8-15 Differential gear oil...8-18 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 ...8-15 Differential gear oil...8-18 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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...Wheel removal ...8-43 Tire replacement ...8-44 Wheel installation ...8-45 Battery ...8-46 Jump-starting ...8-51 Fuse replacement ...8-53 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-55 Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light bulb replacement ...8-58 Troubleshooting ...8-60 Troubleshooting charts ...8-61 9 CLEANING AND STORAGE...9-1 A. 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. SIDE × SIDE VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY ...11-6 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE...
...Wheel removal ...8-43 Tire replacement ...8-44 Wheel installation ...8-45 Battery ...8-46 Jump-starting ...8-51 Fuse replacement ...8-53 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-55 Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light bulb replacement ...8-58 Troubleshooting ...8-60 Troubleshooting charts ...8-61 9 CLEANING AND STORAGE...9-1 A. 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. SIDE × SIDE VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY ...11-6 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE...
Owners Manual
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... 14 16 • This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with their backs against the backrests. Both driver and passenger should wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. Never carry passengers in the cargo bed. • Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly. • Both driver and passenger must be able to...
... 14 16 • This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with their backs against the backrests. Both driver and passenger should wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. Never carry passengers in the cargo bed. • Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly. • Both driver and passenger must be able to...
Owners Manual
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Light switch 27. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light 32. Drive select lever 34. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches 30. Main switch 29. Parking brake lever 35. Accelerator pedal 36. Auxiliary DC jack 33. Brake pedal 3-2 Multi-function meter unit 31. P Q RS T U V W The vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Z Y X H 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 26. Steering wheel 28.
Light switch 27. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light 32. Drive select lever 34. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches 30. Main switch 29. Parking brake lever 35. Accelerator pedal 36. Auxiliary DC jack 33. Brake pedal 3-2 Multi-function meter unit 31. P Q RS T U V W The vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Z Y X H 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 26. Steering wheel 28.
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Lifting and lowering the cargo bed 1. Cargo bed release lever To lift Push down the cargo bed release lever on it stops. 4-21 The tailgate could collapse if you put heavy cargo or sit on the left or right side of the vehicle, and then slowly lift up the cargo bed until it . NOTICE The tailgate is not designed to hold heavy loads when open.
Lifting and lowering the cargo bed 1. Cargo bed release lever To lift Push down the cargo bed release lever on it stops. 4-21 The tailgate could collapse if you put heavy cargo or sit on the left or right side of the vehicle, and then slowly lift up the cargo bed until it . NOTICE The tailgate is not designed to hold heavy loads when open.
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...". 2. Start the engine. (See pages 6-2-6-3.) 4-35 Trailer hitch bracket 2 2. EVU00370 EVU00380 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver This vehicle is located at a Yamaha dealer. (See pages 6-9-6-11 for precaution information.) Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is equipped with a trailer hitch bracket and a 5 cm (2 in) receiver for suitable work lights, radios, etc. The auxiliary DC jack should only be used when the engine is running and the headlights are turned...
...". 2. Start the engine. (See pages 6-2-6-3.) 4-35 Trailer hitch bracket 2 2. EVU00370 EVU00380 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver This vehicle is located at a Yamaha dealer. (See pages 6-9-6-11 for precaution information.) Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is equipped with a trailer hitch bracket and a 5 cm (2 in) receiver for suitable work lights, radios, etc. The auxiliary DC jack should only be used when the engine is running and the headlights are turned...
Owners Manual
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... is leaking out of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir. Add fluid if necessary. (See pages 8-36-8-37.) Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 Brake fluid leakage Check to make sure they are applied. 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. EVU00390 Front and rear brakes Brake...
... is leaking out of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir. Add fluid if necessary. (See pages 8-36-8-37.) Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 Brake fluid leakage Check to make sure they are applied. 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. EVU00390 Front and rear brakes Brake...
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.... Handle gasoline with a pump octane number ([R+M]/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. 1. If you longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost. 5-4 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. If knocking or pinging occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline with care. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Wipe up , heat from...
.... Handle gasoline with a pump octane number ([R+M]/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. 1. If you longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost. 5-4 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. If knocking or pinging occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline with care. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Wipe up , heat from...
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... and you begin riding. EVU01230 Instruments, lights and switches Check that all control cables work smoothly before a ride. Turn the steering wheel right and left. EVU00470 Tires Check tire pressure regularly to the Service Manual for wear and damage. Take the vehicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to make sure it , resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Have a Yamaha dealer repair as possible. Correct if necessary...
... and you begin riding. EVU01230 Instruments, lights and switches Check that all control cables work smoothly before a ride. Turn the steering wheel right and left. EVU00470 Tires Check tire pressure regularly to the Service Manual for wear and damage. Take the vehicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to make sure it , resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Have a Yamaha dealer repair as possible. Correct if necessary...
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... 14 NOTICE The coolant temperature warning light and engine trouble warning light should come on , then go off period of 5 to time. Allow a cooling-off , see pages 4-4-4-5 for the engine, by cruising at one set throttle position. 10-20 hours: Avoid prolonged operation above half-throttle. Vary the speed of the vehicle from time to 10 minutes after every hour of heat. 5B410007 Each full...
... 14 NOTICE The coolant temperature warning light and engine trouble warning light should come on , then go off period of 5 to time. Allow a cooling-off , see pages 4-4-4-5 for the engine, by cruising at one set throttle position. 10-20 hours: Avoid prolonged operation above half-throttle. Vary the speed of the vehicle from time to 10 minutes after every hour of heat. 5B410007 Each full...
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... pedal, start , release the key, and then try starting the engine. 4. If the engine fails to start the engine by turning the key to "START". G TIP For maximum engine life, never accelerate hard when the engine is applied. Each attempt should be started in any gear if the brake pedal is cold! NOTICE: Do not crank the engine more than 5 seconds on each operation of the electric starter to let...
... pedal, start , release the key, and then try starting the engine. 4. If the engine fails to start the engine by turning the key to "START". G TIP For maximum engine life, never accelerate hard when the engine is applied. Each attempt should be started in any gear if the brake pedal is cold! NOTICE: Do not crank the engine more than 5 seconds on each operation of the electric starter to let...
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... a Yamaha dealer to the rear while backing. Drive select lever 3. Release the parking brake. 5. When it is safe to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine, the light may not come on . G When in serious injury or death. 1. Due to proceed, go slowly. R (Reverse) 2. L (Low-range) 4. Apply the brake pedal. 3. G If the light does not come on until the vehicle starts moving the drive...
... a Yamaha dealer to the rear while backing. Drive select lever 3. Release the parking brake. 5. When it is safe to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine, the light may not come on . G When in serious injury or death. 1. Due to proceed, go slowly. R (Reverse) 2. L (Low-range) 4. Apply the brake pedal. 3. G If the light does not come on until the vehicle starts moving the drive...
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... 8. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. 1. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in direction b to its original. 10. Reinstall the console. 11. Open the hood. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for hood opening and closing procedures.) 2. Tighten the locknut, and then slide the rubber cover to decrease the free play. 9. Reinstall the seats. Turn the adjusting nut in direction...
... 8. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. 1. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in direction b to its original. 10. Reinstall the console. 11. Open the hood. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for hood opening and closing procedures.) 2. Tighten the locknut, and then slide the rubber cover to decrease the free play. 9. Reinstall the seats. Turn the adjusting nut in direction...
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Brake light switch 2. Inspect control cables frequently and replace damaged cables. Adjusting nut 3. Lubricate the cable ends. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 1. Close the hood. 8-40 Corrosion can also become frayed or kinked. Cables can result when the outer covering of control cables becomes damaged. EVU00890 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING 1 a 2 b Damaged cables could restrict operation, which may cause an accident or injury. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them.
Brake light switch 2. Inspect control cables frequently and replace damaged cables. Adjusting nut 3. Lubricate the cable ends. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 1. Close the hood. 8-40 Corrosion can also become frayed or kinked. Cables can result when the outer covering of control cables becomes damaged. EVU00890 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING 1 a 2 b Damaged cables could restrict operation, which may cause an accident or injury. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them.
Owners Manual
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... 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 6. Reinstall the battery compartment cover by installing the quick fastener screws. 8. 1 2 3 4 567 8 @ 9 0 A 1. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse "DIFF" 8. Ignition fuse "IGNITION" 9. Close the hood. 8-54 Backup fuse "BACK UP" (for clock) 10. Main fuse 4. If the fuse blows again immediately, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 7. Fuel...
... 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 6. Reinstall the battery compartment cover by installing the quick fastener screws. 8. 1 2 3 4 567 8 @ 9 0 A 1. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse "DIFF" 8. Ignition fuse "IGNITION" 9. Close the hood. 8-54 Backup fuse "BACK UP" (for clock) 10. Main fuse 4. If the fuse blows again immediately, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 7. Fuel...
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... as those available in coin-operated car washers. 9-1 If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to the wheel axles. 3. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to prevent water entry. Block off with a paint brush. NOTICE: Excessive water pressure may be used. EVU01030 1- Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. A plastic bag...
... as those available in coin-operated car washers. 9-1 If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to the wheel axles. 3. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to prevent water entry. Block off with a paint brush. NOTICE: Excessive water pressure may be used. EVU01030 1- Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. A plastic bag...
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...range indicator light: LED Low-range indicator light: LED Differential gear lock indicator light: LED Helmet/Seat belt indicator light: 12 V, 0.7 W × 2 Rear suspension: Type: Double wishbone Spring/shock absorber type: YXR7FSPB Coil spring/gas-oil damper YXR7FHB Coil spring/oil damper YXR7FB Coil spring/oil damper Wheel travel: 185 mm (7.3 in) Electrical system: Ignition system: TCI Charging system: AC magneto Battery: Model: U1L-11 Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 28.0 Ah Fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 15.0 A Headlight: Bulb type: Krypton bulb 10...
...range indicator light: LED Low-range indicator light: LED Differential gear lock indicator light: LED Helmet/Seat belt indicator light: 12 V, 0.7 W × 2 Rear suspension: Type: Double wishbone Spring/shock absorber type: YXR7FSPB Coil spring/gas-oil damper YXR7FHB Coil spring/oil damper YXR7FB Coil spring/oil damper Wheel travel: 185 mm (7.3 in) Electrical system: Ignition system: TCI Charging system: AC magneto Battery: Model: U1L-11 Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 28.0 Ah Fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 15.0 A Headlight: Bulb type: Krypton bulb 10...
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... WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. 11-6 All parts replaced under this inspection. Modification to improper transportation. Operate and maintain the Side × Side vehicle as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake pads. hereby warrants that time for the period of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Installation of manufacture and that are not covered by this warranty shall include any and all U.S. MAKES NO OTHER...
... WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. 11-6 All parts replaced under this inspection. Modification to improper transportation. Operate and maintain the Side × Side vehicle as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake pads. hereby warrants that time for the period of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Installation of manufacture and that are not covered by this warranty shall include any and all U.S. MAKES NO OTHER...