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... production of this vehicle. WARNING Please read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection procedures. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating techniques, will provide you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this Yamaha, you with a good...
... production of this vehicle. WARNING Please read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection procedures. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating techniques, will provide you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this Yamaha, you with a good...
Owners Manual
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......1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit...4-5 Switches ...4-11 Accelerator pedal ...4-13 Brake pedal ...4-14 Parking brake lever ...4-14 Drive select lever...4-15 Fuel tank cap...4-15 Doors ...4-16 Seats ...4-16 Seat belts...4-17 2 3 4 Glove compartment ...4-18 Cup holders...4-18 Cargo bed ...4-19 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies ...4-21 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assemblies ...4-27 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver ...4-32 Auxiliary DC jack...
......1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit...4-5 Switches ...4-11 Accelerator pedal ...4-13 Brake pedal ...4-14 Parking brake lever ...4-14 Drive select lever...4-15 Fuel tank cap...4-15 Doors ...4-16 Seats ...4-16 Seat belts...4-17 2 3 4 Glove compartment ...4-18 Cup holders...4-18 Cargo bed ...4-19 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies ...4-21 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assemblies ...4-27 Trailer hitch bracket and receiver ...4-32 Auxiliary DC jack...
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...-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 Protective structure ...7-6 Seat belts ...7-6 7 Doors ...7-9 Passenger handholds...7-9 Seat and hip restraints ...7-10 Floorboard ...7-11 Steering wheel...7-11 LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE...7-12 Personal protective equipment...7-12 Practice for new Rhino users ...7-13 Getting ready to ride ...7-14 Turning...7-15 Accelerating...7-16 Braking...7-16 Engine braking...
...-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 Protective structure ...7-6 Seat belts ...7-6 7 Doors ...7-9 Passenger handholds...7-9 Seat and hip restraints ...7-10 Floorboard ...7-11 Steering wheel...7-11 LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE...7-12 Personal protective equipment...7-12 Practice for new Rhino users ...7-13 Getting ready to ride ...7-14 Turning...7-15 Accelerating...7-16 Braking...7-16 Engine braking...
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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 ...8-16 Differential gear oil...8-19 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 ...8-16 Differential gear oil...8-19 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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...; SIDE VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY ...11-6 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...11-7 10 11 Cleaning...9-1 B. Storage ...9-2 SPECIFICATIONS...10-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...11-1 Identification number records ...11-1 NOISE REGULATION ...11-4 MAINTENANCE RECORD...11-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. Wheel removal ...8-43 Tire replacement ...8-44 Wheel installation ...8-45 Battery ...8-46 Jump-starting ...8-50 Fuse replacement ...8-52 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-54 Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light bulb replacement ...8-57 Troubleshooting ...8-59 Troubleshooting charts ...8-61...
...; SIDE VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY ...11-6 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...11-7 10 11 Cleaning...9-1 B. Storage ...9-2 SPECIFICATIONS...10-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...11-1 Identification number records ...11-1 NOISE REGULATION ...11-4 MAINTENANCE RECORD...11-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. Wheel removal ...8-43 Tire replacement ...8-44 Wheel installation ...8-45 Battery ...8-46 Jump-starting ...8-50 Fuse replacement ...8-52 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-54 Headlight beam adjustment ...8-57 Tail/brake light bulb replacement ...8-57 Troubleshooting ...8-59 Troubleshooting charts ...8-61...
Owners Manual
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... drive or ride as passenger after using drugs or alcohol. 2-2 Never carry passengers in the cargo bed. • Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly. • Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with a valid motor vehicle license. Passenger must be able to carry the driver and one passenger. Before you operate the Rhino...
... drive or ride as passenger after using drugs or alcohol. 2-2 Never carry passengers in the cargo bed. • Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly. • Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with a valid motor vehicle license. Passenger must be able to carry the driver and one passenger. Before you operate the Rhino...
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O P QR S T U V The vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Y X W G 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 25. Accelerator pedal 35. Brake pedal 3-2 Steering wheel 27. Auxiliary DC jack 32. Parking brake lever 34. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches 29. Light switch 26. Main switch 28. Multi-function meter unit 30. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light 31. Drive select lever 33.
O P QR S T U V The vehicle you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Y X W G 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 25. Accelerator pedal 35. Brake pedal 3-2 Steering wheel 27. Auxiliary DC jack 32. Parking brake lever 34. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches 29. Light switch 26. Main switch 28. Multi-function meter unit 30. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light 31. Drive select lever 33.
Owners Manual
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... proper braking performance, inspect the brake system. (See pages 8-34-8-35, 8-37-8-40.) 5-3 It should move smoothly and there should be a firm feeling when the brakes are working properly. If not, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Test the brakes at the start of the brake pedal. If there is leaking out of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir. Add fluid if...
... proper braking performance, inspect the brake system. (See pages 8-34-8-35, 8-37-8-40.) 5-3 It should move smoothly and there should be a firm feeling when the brakes are working properly. If not, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Test the brakes at the start of the brake pedal. If there is leaking out of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir. Add fluid if...
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...longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost. 5-4 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are outside the vehicle. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use a different brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel. Unleaded fuel ...fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of water heaters and clothes dryers. 2. If knocking or pinging occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline with care. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that driver and passenger are extremely flammable. Because fuel expands when it heats up any spilled fuel immediately. Be sure the fuel tank cap...
...longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost. 5-4 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are outside the vehicle. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use a different brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel. Unleaded fuel ...fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of water heaters and clothes dryers. 2. If knocking or pinging occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline with care. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that driver and passenger are extremely flammable. Because fuel expands when it heats up any spilled fuel immediately. Be sure the fuel tank cap...
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Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation. It must operate smoothly and spring back to the idle position fully when released. A crash can damage the restraint systems in a crash. Turn the steering wheel right and left. Take the vehicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for excessive free play, abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect...
Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation. It must operate smoothly and spring back to the idle position fully when released. A crash can damage the restraint systems in a crash. Turn the steering wheel right and left. Take the vehicle to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for excessive free play, abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect...
Owners Manual
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... prolonged operation above half-throttle. Apply the brake pedal. 3. G When the drive select lever is noticed during this period, consult a Yamaha dealer. 0-10 hours: Avoid continuous operation above three-quarter throttle. Starting the engine 1. If the neutral indicator light does not come on. Turn the main switch to time. NOTICE The coolant temperature warning light and engine trouble warning light should come on , ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect...
... prolonged operation above half-throttle. Apply the brake pedal. 3. G When the drive select lever is noticed during this period, consult a Yamaha dealer. 0-10 hours: Avoid continuous operation above three-quarter throttle. Starting the engine 1. If the neutral indicator light does not come on. Turn the main switch to time. NOTICE The coolant temperature warning light and engine trouble warning light should come on , ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect...
Owners Manual
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... starting it cool. Wait at least 5 seconds between each attempt, or starter damage could occur. However, it is recommended to let it again. The engine can be as short as possible, to preserve battery energy. Each attempt should be started in any gear if the brake is cold! With your foot off the accelerator pedal, start , release the key, and then try starting...
... starting it cool. Wait at least 5 seconds between each attempt, or starter damage could occur. However, it is recommended to let it again. The engine can be as short as possible, to preserve battery energy. Each attempt should be started in any gear if the brake is cold! With your foot off the accelerator pedal, start , release the key, and then try starting...
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.... 3. Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine, the light may not come on until the vehicle starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. G When in serious injury or death. 1. Check behind the vehicle for people or obstacles, and then release the brake pedal. 5. Shifting: neutral to reverse WARNING Before you shift into reverse, make sure there...
.... 3. Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine, the light may not come on until the vehicle starts moving the drive select lever along the shift guide. G When in serious injury or death. 1. Check behind the vehicle for people or obstacles, and then release the brake pedal. 5. Shifting: neutral to reverse WARNING Before you shift into reverse, make sure there...
Owners Manual
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... the console. 10. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in direction b to decrease the free play. 8. Adjusting nut 7. Brake light switch adjustment The brake light switch, which is activated by the brake pedal, is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. Locknut 2. Reinstall the seats. Close the hood. 8-39 If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows...
... the console. 10. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in direction b to decrease the free play. 8. Adjusting nut 7. Brake light switch adjustment The brake light switch, which is activated by the brake pedal, is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. Locknut 2. Reinstall the seats. Close the hood. 8-39 If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows...
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Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 1. Lubricate the cable ends. Brake light switch 2. 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. Adjusting nut 8-40 If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Corrosion can also become frayed or kinked. Inspect control cables frequently and replace damaged cables.
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 1. Lubricate the cable ends. Brake light switch 2. 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. Adjusting nut 8-40 If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Corrosion can also become frayed or kinked. Inspect control cables frequently and replace damaged cables.
Owners Manual
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... spare fuse 2. Signaling system fuse "SIGNAL" 6. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse "DIFF" 8. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the proper fuse. Never use a fuse of the specified amperage. Backup fuse "BACK UP" (for odometer and clock) 10. Headlight fuse "HEAD" 5. Ignition fuse "IGNITION" 9. 3. Battery compartment cover 5. Main fuse 4. Radiator fan fuse "FAN" Remove the quick fastener screws. 4. Always use any material in place of the specified amperage. Remove the battery compartment cover by lifting...
... spare fuse 2. Signaling system fuse "SIGNAL" 6. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse "DIFF" 8. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the proper fuse. Never use a fuse of the specified amperage. Backup fuse "BACK UP" (for odometer and clock) 10. Headlight fuse "HEAD" 5. Ignition fuse "IGNITION" 9. 3. Battery compartment cover 5. Main fuse 4. Radiator fan fuse "FAN" Remove the quick fastener screws. 4. Always use any material in place of the specified amperage. Remove the battery compartment cover by lifting...
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... the rear of the headlight 8-54 EVU01670 Specified fuses: Main 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 Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it off. 6. If the fuse blows again immediately, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 7. Open the hood. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for hood opening and closing procedures.) 2. Reinstall the battery compartment cover...
... the rear of the headlight 8-54 EVU01670 Specified fuses: Main 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 Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it off. 6. If the fuse blows again immediately, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 7. Open the hood. (See pages 8-7-8-8 for hood opening and closing procedures.) 2. Reinstall the battery compartment cover...
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... spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. Block off with a paint brush. NOTICE: Excessive water pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of many components. 1. Many expensive repair bills have reduced stopping ability, increasing the chance of the exhaust pipe to do the job. Before cleaning the vehicle: a. CLEANING AND STORAGE A. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to the wheel axles...
... spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. Block off with a paint brush. NOTICE: Excessive water pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of many components. 1. Many expensive repair bills have reduced stopping ability, increasing the chance of the exhaust pipe to do the job. Before cleaning the vehicle: a. CLEANING AND STORAGE A. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to the wheel axles...
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Model Specified fuses: Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel-drive motor fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse Radiator fan fuse 40.0 A 10.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 25.0 A YXR7FSP2Y 10-7
Model Specified fuses: Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Headlight fuse Ignition fuse Auxiliary DC jack fuse Four-wheel-drive motor fuse Signaling system fuse Backup fuse Radiator fan fuse 40.0 A 10.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 10.0 A 25.0 A YXR7FSP2Y 10-7
Owners Manual
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... vehicle as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake pads. also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of each 2006 and later model Yamaha Side × Side vehicle covered by Yamaha due to : 1. emissions standards applicable at the time of the product's warranty period. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. EVU01081 YAMAHA MOTOR...
... vehicle as spark plugs, oil, oil filter, air filter, and brake pads. also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of each 2006 and later model Yamaha Side × Side vehicle covered by Yamaha due to : 1. emissions standards applicable at the time of the product's warranty period. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. EVU01081 YAMAHA MOTOR...