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Owners Manual - Page 7
... SKIDDING ...7-30 WHAT TO DO IF...7-31 WHAT TO DO...7-31 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ...8-1 Owner's manual and tool kit ...8-1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...8-3 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...8-5 Checking the spark plug ...8-9 Engine oil and oil filter element ...8-11 Final gear oil ...8-15 Differential gear oil ...8-17 Cleaning...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... or while operating this manual and all labels carefully and follow the age recommendation: - Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other vehicles, including motorcycles and cars. Never operate an ATV...TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc.
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Owners Manual - Page 11
... maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual. If you operate in a new area. Always follow instructions in this manual. G Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use the size and type of accessories. Reduce speed...careful when skidding or sliding. Always check for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. G Always use of tires specified in this manual.
Owners Manual - Page 21
... in the reverse position.
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Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" This indicator light comes on when the engine overheats. Furthermore, this occurs, stop switch set to cool.
When this indicator light flashes: G when the override.... If the warning light does not come on when the transmission is being raced for 10 seconds or more.
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Oil temperature warning light " " This warning light comes ...
Owners Manual - Page 30
...was delivered with an adjustable speed limiter. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you start the engine. Locknut 2. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening, even when the ... down when you need to. Loosen the locknut. 2. Correct the problem before you can't find or solve the problem yourself. EWB00190
WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper adjustment of throttle. Tighten the...
Owners Manual - Page 33
...neutral is located on page 6-3 before starting the engine. You could lose braking performance which could also wear out the brakes prematurely. You...sure you have released the parking brake before starting the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start moving unexpectedly if ... to ride. The brake could cause loss of the engine. Shift pedal
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Reverse knob "REV"
The reverse ...
Owners Manual - Page 34
... can be felt. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start to pull the rope all the way out. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Shift the transmission into the neutral position and apply the parking brake before starting the engine without applying the parking brake.
Owners Manual - Page 36
... and severe injury. EBU18820
Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to heat from the engine or the sun. Gasohol containing methanol is overfilled, fuel could spill out due to the carburetor while also filtering it can cause damage to the fuel system or ATV performance problems.
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WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can spill, which can...
Owners Manual - Page 42
... Set the light switch to the same setting. Start the engine. (See page 6-1.) 3. ECB00120
CAUTION: G Do not use accessories requiring more than the above maximum capacity. Auxiliary DC jack...The auxiliary DC jack should only be used when the engine is running. 1. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then insert the accessory power plug into the jack. EWB00350
WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ...
Owners Manual - Page 43
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If accessories are used without the engine running or with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be damaged. 4
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WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
4-24 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 become difficult.
Owners Manual - Page 47
...ride.
Brake fluid level (front brake) Check the brake fluid level. If a problem cannot be a leak in this manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for the cause. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the... at the start of the throttle lever. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, check the brake pads and friction plates for one minute. Have a Yamaha dealer correct...
Owners Manual - Page 51
...accident or collision. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When ... is a control or function you begin riding. Turn the fuel cock to " ".
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WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to operating the engine for the first time. 1. EBU19870
OPERATION
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WARNING ...
Owners Manual - Page 52
... 25 °C (80 °F). Pause a few seconds before starting the engine. 6 5. The neutral indicator light should be started under the following conditions: G The transmission is recommended to start, release the start switch. Shift the transmission into neutral before the next attempt. Position (2): Cold engine start with ambient temperature between 0 °C (30 °F) and 30...
Owners Manual - Page 53
... off . EBU20470
7. Bring the ATV to a complete stop the ATV, otherwise the transmission may be returned to position (2) to start the engine with your right hand. 3. Continue warming up the engine. Instead, start the engine. NOTE: The engine is warm. EBU20291
Starting a warm engine
Follow the same procedure as for starting off . While applying the rear...
Owners Manual - Page 56
... tow the ATV for the first 320 km (200 mi) or 20 hours. Inadequate lubrication may damage the transmission.
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Engaging a lower gear when the engine speed is running. Since the engine is never a more important period in the neutral position, do not coast for long periods of control...
Owners Manual - Page 58
... the parking brake and slowly release the brake pedal.
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Accessories and loading
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Accessories Accessories can affect the handling and control of genuine Yamaha accessories. Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of your ATV. Stop the engine. 3. G Choose only accessories designed for Yamaha to a stop the engine, apply the parking brake, and then block the front and...
Owners Manual - Page 63
... under 16 years of age. Not recommended for children under 16 should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc.
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to follow the age recommendations for their ... children of ATVs that are not recommended for this Owner's Manual. They should then regularly practice the skills learned in the course and the operating techniques described in this...
Owners Manual - Page 68
...) Trailer hitch: Pulling load (total weight of the ATV. Turning in the adjusting screw limits the maximum engine power available and decreases the maximum speed of trailer and cargo): 4900 N (1102 lbf) (500 kgf)..., even when the throttle lever is equipped with additional loads, such as accessories or cargo. Turning in the adjusting screw decreases top speed, and turning it out increases ...
Owners Manual - Page 93
... shocks or start fires.
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1. Have a Yamaha dealer perform the service if you are explained on the bottom of inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work. EBU21701
Owner's manual and tool kit
Be sure to put this owner's manual in the storage compartment. 8
WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it on the following pages.
Owners Manual - Page 158
... handled at the dealer level, this warranty? If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil...Owner's Manual instead of a motor vehicle to remain effective. These terms are my responsibility during the warranty period?
Mail to second owners? Q. The warranty is ...
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