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... OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 Left view ...3-1 Right view...3-1 Controls and instruments ...3-2 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch ...4-1 Indicator lights and warning light ...4-2 Speedometer ...4-3 Fuel gauge ...4-4 Handlebar switches ...4-5 Throttle lever ...4-10 Speed limiter ...4-11 Front brake lever ...4-12 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...4-12 Parking brake ...4-13 Shift pedal ...4-14 Reverse knob "REV" ...4-14 Recoil starter ...4-15 Fuel tank cap ...4-16 Fuel ...4-16 Fuel cock ...4-17 Starter (choke) ...4-19 Seat ...4-19 Storage...
... OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 Left view ...3-1 Right view...3-1 Controls and instruments ...3-2 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch ...4-1 Indicator lights and warning light ...4-2 Speedometer ...4-3 Fuel gauge ...4-4 Handlebar switches ...4-5 Throttle lever ...4-10 Speed limiter ...4-11 Front brake lever ...4-12 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...4-12 Parking brake ...4-13 Shift pedal ...4-14 Reverse knob "REV" ...4-14 Recoil starter ...4-15 Fuel tank cap ...4-16 Fuel ...4-16 Fuel cock ...4-17 Starter (choke) ...4-19 Seat ...4-19 Storage...
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... 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 the air filter element ...8-20 Cleaning the spark arrester ...8-23 Adjusting the carburetor ...8-24 Adjusting the engine idling speed ...8-25 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...8-26 Valve clearance ...8-26 Adjusting the reverse lock release cable...
... 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 the air filter element ...8-20 Cleaning the spark arrester ...8-23 Adjusting the carburetor ...8-24 Adjusting the engine idling speed ...8-25 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...8-26 Valve clearance ...8-26 Adjusting the reverse lock release cable...
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...39 Lubricating the steering shaft ...8-39 Battery ...8-40 Replacing a fuse ...8-42 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-43 Adjusting a headlight beam ...8-46 Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...8-47 Removing a wheel ...8-48 Installing a wheel ...8-49 Troubleshooting ...8-50 Troubleshooting chart ...8-52 CLEANING AND STORAGE ...9-1 Cleaning ...9-1 Storage ...9-2 SPECIFICATIONS ...10-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION...11-1 Identification numbers ...11-1 Noise regulation ...11-3 Maintenance record ...11-4 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY ...11-5 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...11...
...39 Lubricating the steering shaft ...8-39 Battery ...8-40 Replacing a fuse ...8-42 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-43 Adjusting a headlight beam ...8-46 Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...8-47 Removing a wheel ...8-48 Installing a wheel ...8-49 Troubleshooting ...8-50 Troubleshooting chart ...8-52 CLEANING AND STORAGE ...9-1 Cleaning ...9-1 Storage ...9-2 SPECIFICATIONS ...10-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION...11-1 Identification numbers ...11-1 Noise regulation ...11-3 Maintenance record ...11-4 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY ...11-5 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...11...
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Recoil starter 4. Throttle stop screw 5. Battery 7. Spark arrester Air filter case Engine oil filler cap Spark plug Oil filter element Brake pedal Rear brake light switch 3-1 Fuel cock 3. Storage compartment and tool kit 8. Shift pedal 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Fuses 6. EBU17680 DESCRIPTION EBU17690 EBU17700 Left view 3 Right view 1. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 2. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 9.
Recoil starter 4. Throttle stop screw 5. Battery 7. Spark arrester Air filter case Engine oil filler cap Spark plug Oil filter element Brake pedal Rear brake light switch 3-1 Fuel cock 3. Storage compartment and tool kit 8. Shift pedal 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Fuses 6. EBU17680 DESCRIPTION EBU17690 EBU17700 Left view 3 Right view 1. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 2. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring 9.
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... after the start switch. Reverse indicator light "REVERSE" Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" Oil temperature warning light " " On-Command differential gear lock indicator light " On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator light " " " EBU28331 Reverse indicator light "REVERSE" This indicator light comes on while the start switch is being raced for 10 seconds or more. 4-2 Oil temperature warning light " " This warning light comes on when the transmission is released, have a Yamaha dealer check the speed sensor circuit. EBU17813 Indicator lights and warning light NOTE...
... after the start switch. Reverse indicator light "REVERSE" Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" Oil temperature warning light " " On-Command differential gear lock indicator light " On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator light " " " EBU28331 Reverse indicator light "REVERSE" This indicator light comes on while the start switch is being raced for 10 seconds or more. 4-2 Oil temperature warning light " " This warning light comes on when the transmission is released, have a Yamaha dealer check the speed sensor circuit. EBU17813 Indicator lights and warning light NOTE...
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... On-Command differential gear lock switch is set to the "LOCK" position. On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator light " " This indicator light comes on may overheat if the ATV is cool, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. G Start the engine after making sure that the warning light is on when the On-Command four-wheel-drive switch is set to the "4WD" position. If the warning light stays on a tank of fuel before...
... On-Command differential gear lock switch is set to the "LOCK" position. On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator light " " This indicator light comes on may overheat if the ATV is cool, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. G Start the engine after making sure that the warning light is on when the On-Command four-wheel-drive switch is set to the "4WD" position. If the warning light stays on a tank of fuel before...
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..., the taillight and the meter lighting. If this switch to starting the engine. Set the switch to " " to turn off for an extended period of time, otherwise the battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not start or run when this switch to " " to turn on page 6-1 prior to " " before starting the engine. 4 EBU18160 1. 2. 3. 4. ECB00040 EBU18080 Engine stop switch controls the ignition and stops the engine when it . 4-5
..., the taillight and the meter lighting. If this switch to starting the engine. Set the switch to " " to turn off for an extended period of time, otherwise the battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not start or run when this switch to " " to turn on page 6-1 prior to " " before starting the engine. 4 EBU18160 1. 2. 3. 4. ECB00040 EBU18080 Engine stop switch controls the ignition and stops the engine when it . 4-5
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... cause. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, check the brake pads and friction plates for one minute. Have a Yamaha dealer correct if necessary. Add fluid if necessary. (See page 8-28.) Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4 Brake fluid leakage (front brake) Check to an accident. If there is leaking out of the hose, joint or brake fluid reservoir of the throttle lever...
... cause. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. If the brakes do not provide proper braking performance, check the brake pads and friction plates for one minute. Have a Yamaha dealer correct if necessary. Add fluid if necessary. (See page 8-28.) Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4 Brake fluid leakage (front brake) Check to an accident. If there is leaking out of the hose, joint or brake fluid reservoir of the throttle lever...
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...: Position (1): Cold engine start with the transmission in any gear. Use the starter (choke) in neutral. Fully open Half open Closed Starter (choke) 6. Pause a few seconds before starting the engine. 6 5. Each cranking should come on . Position (2): Cold engine start with ambient temperature between 0 °C (30 °F) and 30 °C (90 °F). G The rear brake lever is in reference to preserve battery energy. Ambient temp./starter (choke...
...: Position (1): Cold engine start with the transmission in any gear. Use the starter (choke) in neutral. Fully open Half open Closed Starter (choke) 6. Pause a few seconds before starting the engine. 6 5. Each cranking should come on . Position (2): Cold engine start with ambient temperature between 0 °C (30 °F) and 30 °C (90 °F). G The rear brake lever is in reference to preserve battery energy. Ambient temp./starter (choke...
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... people or obstacles, and then release the rear brake lever or brake pedal. 5. Open the throttle lever gradually and continue to watch to proceed, go slowly. 6 1. When it stops. Shift pedal EBU20540 Shifting NOTE: When in reverse. Reverse knob "REV" 2. Check behind you . This ATV has a 5-speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmission with a centrifugal, automatic clutch. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You...
... people or obstacles, and then release the rear brake lever or brake pedal. 5. Open the throttle lever gradually and continue to watch to proceed, go slowly. 6 1. When it stops. Shift pedal EBU20540 Shifting NOTE: When in reverse. Reverse knob "REV" 2. Check behind you . This ATV has a 5-speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmission with a centrifugal, automatic clutch. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You...
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... higher gears. Make sure that the engine and exhaust pipe will engage and you move 7-16 the shift pedal. Always avoid riding on pavement. With the engine idling, lift the shift pedal to the 2nd gear position. Release the shift pedal and apply the throttle smoothly. Avoid higher speeds until ... the engine or drive train may lift off -road to come in areas posted "no trespassing". Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. Do not ride on page 6-1 to start to perform on paved surfaces: the ATV is not released before trying more difficult to accelerate. If the throttle is ...
... higher gears. Make sure that the engine and exhaust pipe will engage and you move 7-16 the shift pedal. Always avoid riding on pavement. With the engine idling, lift the shift pedal to the 2nd gear position. Release the shift pedal and apply the throttle smoothly. Avoid higher speeds until ... the engine or drive train may lift off -road to come in areas posted "no trespassing". Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. Do not ride on page 6-1 to start to perform on paved surfaces: the ATV is not released before trying more difficult to accelerate. If the throttle is ...
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... the front or rear brake as the wheels on the uphill side 7-22 If you do not lift the front wheels which could easily tip over backwards. If you lose all wheels are in 2WD, apply only the front brake. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in 4WD or 4WD-LOCK, because all forward speed: G Keep weight uphill. G Apply the brakes. G Lock the parking brake after you...
... the front or rear brake as the wheels on the uphill side 7-22 If you do not lift the front wheels which could easily tip over backwards. If you lose all wheels are in 2WD, apply only the front brake. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in 4WD or 4WD-LOCK, because all forward speed: G Keep weight uphill. G Apply the brakes. G Lock the parking brake after you...
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... compartment. 8 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it on the following pages. Put the owner's tool kit and low-pressure tire gauge in the plastic bag and always carry it is an obligation of inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work. Have a Yamaha dealer perform the service if you are explained on the bottom of the body, causing injury. Owner's manual The...
... compartment. 8 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it on the following pages. Put the owner's tool kit and low-pressure tire gauge in the plastic bag and always carry it is an obligation of inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work. Have a Yamaha dealer perform the service if you are explained on the bottom of the body, causing injury. Owner's manual The...
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... caps are properly installed. 2. Make sure the spark plug and all painted and chrome plated surfaces. b. An old toothbrush or bottle brush is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a chamois, clean towel or soft absorbing cloth. 6. Automotive type wax may be applied to prevent water entry. When finished cleaning, start the engine and let it idle for hard-to keep the cover...
... caps are properly installed. 2. Make sure the spark plug and all painted and chrome plated surfaces. b. An old toothbrush or bottle brush is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a chamois, clean towel or soft absorbing cloth. 6. Automotive type wax may be applied to prevent water entry. When finished cleaning, start the engine and let it idle for hard-to keep the cover...
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EBU25960 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Overall length: 2016 mm (79.4 in) Overall width: 1116 mm (43.9 in) Overall height: 1187 mm (46.7 in) Seat height: 895 mm (35.2 in) Wheelbase: 1230 mm (48.4 in) Ground clearance: 267 mm (10.5 in) Minimum turning radius: 3200 mm (126 in) Compression ratio: 8.60 :1 Starting system: Electric and recoil starter Lubrication system: Wet sump Engine oil: Type: YAMALUBE 4, SAE5W30...
EBU25960 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Overall length: 2016 mm (79.4 in) Overall width: 1116 mm (43.9 in) Overall height: 1187 mm (46.7 in) Seat height: 895 mm (35.2 in) Wheelbase: 1230 mm (48.4 in) Ground clearance: 267 mm (10.5 in) Minimum turning radius: 3200 mm (126 in) Compression ratio: 8.60 :1 Starting system: Electric and recoil starter Lubrication system: Wet sump Engine oil: Type: YAMALUBE 4, SAE5W30...
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... Battery: Model: YTX20L-BS Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 18.0 Ah Rear brake: Type: Wet multiple disc brake Operation: Left hand and right foot operation Headlight: Bulb type: Krypton bulb Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity: Headlight: 12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2 Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1 Meter lighting: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Neutral indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Reverse indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Oil temperature warning light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 On-command four-wheel-drive indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Differential gear lock indicator light...
... Battery: Model: YTX20L-BS Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 18.0 Ah Rear brake: Type: Wet multiple disc brake Operation: Left hand and right foot operation Headlight: Bulb type: Krypton bulb Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity: Headlight: 12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2 Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1 Meter lighting: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Neutral indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Reverse indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Oil temperature warning light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 On-command four-wheel-drive indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 Differential gear lock indicator light...
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... YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. P.O. EBU26501 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that the vehicle is designed, built, and equipped so as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake shoes. THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY for this warranty shall include parts replaced due to : 1. Parts used in the appropriate owner's manual; 2. Competition or racing use. b. Installation of each subsequent purchaser of parts or accessories that are not covered by Yamaha...
... YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. P.O. EBU26501 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that the vehicle is designed, built, and equipped so as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake shoes. THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY for this warranty shall include parts replaced due to : 1. Parts used in the appropriate owner's manual; 2. Competition or racing use. b. Installation of each subsequent purchaser of parts or accessories that are not covered by Yamaha...
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..., maintenance, and warranty requirements to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. P.O. The warranty is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to your machine requires warranty service, you . Is the warranty transferable to -date list of all costs of sale, and upon request. The unit has to : 1. CUSTOMER SERVICE If your satisfaction at the time of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, oil filters, air filters, spark plugs, and brake shoes...
..., maintenance, and warranty requirements to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. P.O. The warranty is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to your machine requires warranty service, you . Is the warranty transferable to -date list of all costs of sale, and upon request. The unit has to : 1. CUSTOMER SERVICE If your satisfaction at the time of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, oil filters, air filters, spark plugs, and brake shoes...
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... and loading ...6-8 Accessories, auxiliary jack ...4-23 Air filter element, cleaning ...8-20 Axle boots ...8-34 D Differential gear lock indicator light ...4-3 Differential gear oil ...5-3, 8-17 Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating ...8-38 E Engine break-in ...6-6 Engine, cold start ...6-1 Engine idling speed ...8-25 Engine oil ...5-3 Engine oil and oil filter element ...8-11 Engine, starting a warm ...6-3 Engine stop switch ...4-5 B Battery ...8-40 Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ...8-38 Brake fluid, changing ...8-29 Brake fluid level, checking ...8-28 Brake lever free...
... and loading ...6-8 Accessories, auxiliary jack ...4-23 Air filter element, cleaning ...8-20 Axle boots ...8-34 D Differential gear lock indicator light ...4-3 Differential gear oil ...5-3, 8-17 Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating ...8-38 E Engine break-in ...6-6 Engine, cold start ...6-1 Engine idling speed ...8-25 Engine oil ...5-3 Engine oil and oil filter element ...8-11 Engine, starting a warm ...6-3 Engine stop switch ...4-5 B Battery ...8-40 Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ...8-38 Brake fluid, changing ...8-29 Brake fluid level, checking ...8-28 Brake lever free...
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... system ...8-3 Maintenance record ...11-4 Model label ...11-2 N Neutral indicator light ...4-2 Noise regulation ...11-3 O Oil temperature warning light ...4-2 On-Command differential gear lock switch ...4-8 On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ...4-6 Override switch ...4-6 Owner's manual and tool kit ...8-1 T Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ...8-47 Throttle cable free play, adjusting ...8-26 Throttle lever ...4-10, 5-4 Tire pressure, measuring ...5-6 Tires ...5-5 Tire wear limit ...5-7 Troubleshooting ...8-50 Troubleshooting chart ...8-52 P Parking ...6-7 Parking brake ...4-13 Parking on...
... system ...8-3 Maintenance record ...11-4 Model label ...11-2 N Neutral indicator light ...4-2 Noise regulation ...11-3 O Oil temperature warning light ...4-2 On-Command differential gear lock switch ...4-8 On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ...4-6 Override switch ...4-6 Owner's manual and tool kit ...8-1 T Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ...8-47 Throttle cable free play, adjusting ...8-26 Throttle lever ...4-10, 5-4 Tire pressure, measuring ...5-6 Tires ...5-5 Tire wear limit ...5-7 Troubleshooting ...8-50 Troubleshooting chart ...8-52 P Parking ...6-7 Parking brake ...4-13 Parking on...