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Owners Manual - Page 1
LIT-11626-18-36
1P1-F8199-10
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! It contains important safety information. OWNER'S MANUAL
YFM400FAT
WARNING
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
Owners Manual - Page 3
...reliability that have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of this Yamaha, you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of your ATV, please consult a Yamaha dealer. This manual...CALL 1-800-887-2887 FOR MORE INFORMATION. AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE: G READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ATV. ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... ...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...
Owners Manual - Page 8
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT...8-1 Owner's manual and tool kit...8-1 Periodic maintenance/ lubrication ...8-3 Panel removal and installation ...8-6 Engine 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 ...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...instructions: G Read this manual and all labels carefully ...training from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. G Never ...operate an ATV on an ATV. SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and riding on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or gravel one.
2-1 Beginners should never operate an ATV with engine...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control. Reduce speed and follow instructions in this manual.
Always use of tires specified in this manual. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as described in this manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Learn to let friction dry out the linings. Test your brakes...
Owners Manual - Page 20
...17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. Engine oil dipstick Oil filter cartridge Coolant reservoir V-belt cooling duct check hose Rear brake lever Left handlebar switches... in the figures of this manual.
3-1 Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 7. Fuel cock 11. DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
1. Storage compartment and tool kit 4. Spark plug 5. Rear ...
Owners Manual - Page 26
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Coolant temperature warning light checking method
ACB-09E
Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to inspect the electrical circuit.
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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 .
Coolant temperature...
Owners Manual - Page 32
... the machine by varying the throttle position. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could cause an accident. Correct the problem before you start the engine. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you need to.
Before starting the engine, check the throttle to be hard to operate, making it does not work smoothly, check for the cause...
Owners Manual - Page 43
...handling and loss of the ATV. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then insert the accessory power plug into the jack.
4-21 Start the engine. (See pages 6-1-6-3.) 3.
Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is running. 1. Auxiliary ... adjustment. The auxiliary DC jack should only be used when the engine is located at the front right side of stability, which could lead to an accident.
Owners Manual - Page 44
...12 V, 120 W (10 A) 4. This may become difficult. Do not use accessories requiring more than the above maximum capacity. If accessories are used , cover it with the cap. CAUTION:
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Do... not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessories with the headlights turned on, the battery will lose its charge and engine starting may overload the circuit and cause the fuse ...
Owners Manual - Page 47
...lever moves slowly inward, there may be a leak in this manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for the cause.
5-3 Brake operation... starting out to make sure they are working properly. If a problem cannot be inspected by the adjustment procedures provided in the brake system. Brake fluid leakage Check ...If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake pads for one minute.
Owners Manual - Page 49
... not exceed 10%. Be careful not to heat from the engine or the sun. Wipe up . Fuel tank filler tube
5-5 Fuel expands when it may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper care when refueling. Do not refuel right after the engine has been running and is not recommended by Yamaha because it...
Owners Manual - Page 58
...riding in cold weather, always make sure all controls. Turn the fuel cock to " ". 4. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. EBU00161
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Shift the drive ...select lever into the neutral or park position. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. WHAT CAN HAPPEN...
Owners Manual - Page 80
... for this ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly. MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT G Vehicle loading limit: 210 kg (463 lb) * Total weight of trailer and cargo.
Loading and accessories Use extra caution when riding the ATV with additional loads, such as accessories or cargo. The ATV's handling may be properly distributed and securely attached...
Owners Manual - Page 111
... the seat.
1. Low-pressure tire gauge Safety is running. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Moving parts can start fires. Owner's manual 2. Owner's tool kit 3. EBU14510
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it on the following pages.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified.
8-1
Owner's manual and tool kit You are not familiar...
Owners Manual - Page 112
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8-2 The service information included in this manual is also necessary to properly tighten nuts and bolts. NOTE: If you , the owner, with the necessary information for use of this vehicle may cause changes in handling which in some situations could lead to an accident. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or modification...
Owners Manual - Page 139
... 1. Inspection The spark plug is an important engine component and is being ridden normally. Remove panel A. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for a ATV that is easy to -light tan color for panel removal and installation procedures.) 2. Use the spark plug wrench in the tool kit to diagnose such problems yourself.
8-29 Do not attempt to remove...
Owners Manual - Page 172
... there is normal.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to "ON". EBU08061
Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
Turn the fuel cock lever to inspect.
8-62 Turn the fuel cock lever to "RES". Turn the fuel cock lever to "OFF".
Remove the fuel hose from the fuel cock.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.
3.
Use the electric starter. Adjust the...
Owners Manual - Page 174
...: a. If the engine case is handy for hard-to do the job.
9-1 EBU00419
1- Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin-operated car washers. 4. b. ...its appearance but will improve its general performance and extend the useful life of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices.
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