2001 YAMAHA YFM400F light

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Coolant temperature warning light checking method
ACB-09E
Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
Coolant temperature warning
light does not come on.
Coolant temperature
warning light comes on.
Coolant temperature
warning light does
not come on.
Coolant temperature and
electrical circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.
Push the start switch with the
transmission in the neutral position.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect the electrical circuit.
Coolant temperature
warning light comes
on momentarily.

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Handlebar switches
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Light switch
Turn the switch to the “ ” position to switch
on the low beam and the taillight.
Turn the switch to the “ ” position to switch
on the high beam and the taillight.
Turn the switch to the “OFF” position to switch
off the headlight and the taillight.
CAUTION:

Do not use the headlight with the engine
turned off for more than thirty minutes. The
battery may discharge to the point that the
starter motor will not operate properly. If this
should happen, remove the battery and re-
charge it.
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Engine stop switch
Make sure that the engine stop switch is in the
“ ” position. The engine stop switch con-
trols ignition and can be used at all times to
stop the engine, especially in an emergency.
The engine will not start or run when the en-
gine stop switch is turned to “ ”.
1. Lights switch
2. Engine stop switch
3. Start switch “ ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
1. Contacteur d’éclairage
2. Coupe-circuit du moteur
3. Contacteur du démarreur “ ”
4. Contacteur de l’avertisseur “ ”
1. Interruptor de luces
2. Interruptor de paro del motor
3. Interruptor de arranque “ ”
4. Interruptor de la bocina “ ”

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Start switch “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine when this
switch is pushed.
CAUTION:

See starting instructions prior to starting the
engine. (See page 6-3 for details.)
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Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
1. Lights switch
2. Engine stop switch
3. Start switch “ ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
1. Contacteur d’éclairage
2. Coupe-circuit du moteur
3. Contacteur du démarreur “ ”
4. Contacteur de l’avertisseur “ ”
1. Interruptor de luces
2. Interruptor de paro del motor
3. Interruptor de arranque “ ”
4. Interruptor de la bocina “ ”

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Drive select lever
The drive select lever is used to shift your ma-
chine into the low, high, neutral, reverse and
park positions. (Refer to pages 6-11 ~ 6-15 for
the drive select lever operation.)
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Recoil starter
Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until
engagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully,
being careful not to pull the rope all the way
out.
WARNING
Shift the transmission in neutral or set the
shift lever to the park position before starting
the engine or the ATV could start to move un-expectedly, which could cause an accident.
1. Drive select lever
1. Levier de présélection
1. Palanca de selección de marcha1. Recoil starter
1. Lanceur à réenroulement
1. Arranque por tracción de cable

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Auxiliary DC jack
The auxiliary DC jack is located at the front
right side of the ATV. The auxiliary DC jack can
be used for suitable work lights, radios, etc.
The auxiliary DC jack can only be used when
the main switch is in the “ON” position.
1. Turn the headlight switch to the “OFF”
position.
2. Start the engine. (See pages 6-3 ~ 6-9.)
3. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap and insert
the accessory power plug into the jack.
4. When the auxiliary DC jack is not being
used, cover it with the cap. Maximum rated capacity for the auxiliary
DC jack:
DC 12 V, 120 W (10 A)
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1. Capuchon du connecteur
1. Tapa de la toma de CC auxiliar1. Auxiliary DC jack
1. Connecteur pour accessoires
1. Toma de CC auxiliar

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CAUTION:l
Do not use accessories requiring more
than the above maximum capacity. This
may overload the circuit and cause the
fuse to blow.
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If accessories are used without the engine
running or with the headlight turned on,
the battery will lose its charge and engine
starting may become difficult.
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Do not use an automotive cigarette light-
er or other accessories with a plug that
gets hot because the jack can be dam-aged.

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes
• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-7 ~ 5-9,
8-91 ~ 8-95
Fuel
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.5-11 ~ 5-13
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.5-15 ~ 5-17,
8-31 ~ 8-41
Coolant reservoir
• Check coolant level.
• Fill with coolant if necessary.8-53 ~ 8-63
Final gear oil/
Differential gear oil
• Check for leakage. 5-19, 8-41 ~ 8-51
Throttle
• Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-21, 8-87
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear and damage.5-25 ~ 5-31,
8-107 ~ 8-109
Fittings and Fasteners
• Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-21
Lights
• Check for proper operation. 5-23, 8-121 ~ 8-127
Front axle boots
• Check for damage. 8-63

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Lights
Check the headlight and taillight to make sure
they are in working condition. Repair as neces-
sary for proper operation.
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Switches
Check the operation of the headlight switch,
engine stop switch and any other switches. Re-
pair as necessary for proper operation.