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Owners Manual - Page 6
......5-9 Switches ...5-9 Tires...5-9 How to measure tire pressure ...5-11 Tire wear limit ...5-12
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OPERATION...6-1 Starting a cold engine ...6-1 Starting a warm engine...6-3 Warming up...6-3 Reverse knob operation and reverse driving ...6-4 Shifting...6-5 To start out and accelerate...6-5 To decelerate ...6-6 Engine break-in ...6-7 Parking ...6-8 Parking on a slope ...6-9 Accessories and loading...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... over rough terrain...7-36 Sliding and skidding...7-38 What to do if...7-40 What to do ...7-40 8 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ...8-1 Owner's manual and tool kit ...8-1 Periodic maintenance/ lubrication...8-3 Engine oil...8-5 Final gear oil...8-9 Spark plug inspection...8-11 Air filter cleaning...8-12 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-15 Carburetor adjustment ...8-16 Idle speed adjustment ...8-17...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...accessories (and if applicable, trailer tongue weight).
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1-2 LOSS OF CONTROL CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. OPERATING TIRE...00
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WARNING
IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE LOSS OF...Read owner's manual before loading or towing. • When riding with tires cold
•... • Never set tire pressure below minimum.It could cause the tire to read or comes ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...the training courses nearest you do not follow these instructions: ● Read this manual and all labels carefully and follow the age recommendation: - An ATV handles differently...training from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. EBU00017
SAFETY INFORMATION
AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
Beginners should never operate an ATV with engine size greater ...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... ATV. Never exceed the stated load capacity for braking. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached.
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Always use of accessories. Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use the size and type...
Owners Manual - Page 24
..."REVERSE" This indicator light comes on when the transmission is in reverse. If this light comes on to specification. EBU00043
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Indicator lights
Oil temperature indicator light....
4-2 Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" 3. Restart after making sure that the engine oil temperature is too hot. EBU00045
The engine may cause damage to cool down for about 10 minutes.
4 4 4 ...
Owners Manual - Page 25
Check engine oil temperature. Oil temperature is low. Go ahead with the transmission in neutral. Oil temperature indicator light comes on . Oil temperature indicator light does not come on . Allow to inspect the electrical circuit.
4-3 Ask a Yamaha dealer ...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... of the machine by varying the throttle position. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you can't find or solve the problem yourself.
1. Make sure it returns to . WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could cause an accident. If it does...the idle position as soon as the lever is released. Correct the problem before you start the engine. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the machine will decelerate, and the...
Owners Manual - Page 32
... operating this machine in reverse gear.
1. Refer to shift into reverse gear. Shift pedal N. Reverse
4-10 Neutral is located on the left side of the engine. Reverse knob 1. The shift pedal is one position above reverse. EBU00084
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Shift pedal This machine is equipped with a constantmesh 5-speed forward and 1-speed reverse...
Owners Manual - Page 33
... the rope all the way out. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Put the transmission in gear and/or starting the engine.
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1. Recoil starter
4-11 WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting the engine in neutral and set the parking brake before starting the engine without setting the parking brake.
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Recoil starter Firmly grasp the handle and...
Owners Manual - Page 42
... become difficult. EBU00112
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that gets hot. CAUTION:
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Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessory with the headlight turned on, the battery will lose its charge and engine starting may overload the circuit and cause a fuse to blow. The jack can be damaged.
Owners Manual - Page 46
... check the brakes at the start of every ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with improperly brakes. If a problem cannot be corrected by the adjustment procedures provided in this manual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
5-4 operating
WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could...
Owners Manual - Page 47
... a different brand of 91 or higher. If knocking or pinging occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number ([R+M]/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel. EBU00126
Fuel Make sure there is not recommended by Yamaha because it may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
1. Filler tube Fuel level
2.
Owners Manual - Page 55
...collision. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When riding in serious injury or death. Shift the transmission into neutral. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Loss of control, which could lead to control the ATV,.... 2. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Turn the fuel cock to " ". 4. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ...
Owners Manual - Page 56
... indicator light should come on . Half open 3. Closed
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Starter (choke) lever 2. Fully-open
1. NOTE: ● When the transmission is recommended to the figure: Position 1: Cold engine start switch.
6-2 However, it . ● The engine can be started in any gear if the rear brake lever is applied. Position 2: Cold...
Owners Manual - Page 59
...and accelerate 1. Shift into neutral, return the throttle lever to the engine and drive train may damage the transmission. EBU00201
Shifting This model has a 5-speed forward and 1speed reverse transmission with gears in neutral, the transmission is only properly lubricated when the engine is running. Inadequate lubrication may result. 2.
Neutral
R. Reverse
Release the...
Owners Manual - Page 78
... or pulling a trailer. The machine's handling may be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce your Owner's Manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer.
7-11 MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT Vehicle loading limit (total weight of cargo, rider and accessories, and tongue weight): 210 kg (463 lb) 40 kg (88 lb) ● Front carrier: 80 kg...
Owners Manual - Page 97
... uphill side of the ATV as described in this Owner's Manual. Improper braking may also cause a loss of traction. Whenever...Go straight down a hill at an angle that would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Shift your ATV straight downhill... or slippery surfaces. Choose a low gear which could allow the engine compression to overturn. Improper braking may cause a loss of the ...
Owners Manual - Page 156
...GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from the date of parts or accessories that time for the period of charge, repair or replace any subsequent purchaser(s), it is imperative... this service. Accident or collision damage. THE CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY under warranty become property of business. Competition or racing use. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL ...
Owners Manual - Page 157
... of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, oil filters, air filters, spark plugs, and brake shoes. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the...list is in the Owner's Manual, that failure may not be void or cancelled if I perform any later date. 3. Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as specified...
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