2003 YAMAHA WARRIOR 350 warning

4-19
WARNING


Always set the parking brake before start-
ing the engine. The ATV could start mov-
ing unexpectedly if the parking brake is not
applied. This could cause loss of control or
a collision.


Always be sure you have released the
parking brake before you begin to ride. The
brake could overheat if you ride the ATV
without releasing the parking brake. You
could lose braking performance which
could cause an accident. You could also
wear out the brakes prematurely.
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4-29 a. Increase spring preload
b. Decrease spring preload
a. Augmente la précontrainte du ressort.
b. Diminue la précontrainte du ressort.
a. Aumentar la precarga del muelle
b. Reducir la precarga del muelle
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Front shock absorber adjustment
The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid-
er’s weight and riding conditions.
Adjust the spring preload as follows:
To increase the spring preload, turn the adjuster in
direction
a.
To decrease the spring preload, turn the adjuster
in direction
b.
WARNING
Always adjust the shock absorbers on the left
and right side to the same setting. Uneven ad-
justment can cause poor handling and loss of
stability, which could lead to an accident.
Standard position: A
A
− Minimum (Soft)
E − Maximum (Hard)
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4-31 1. Adjusting ring 2. Locknut
a. Increase spring preload
b. Decrease spring preload
1. Anneau de réglage 2. Contre-écrou
a. Augmente la précontrainte du ressort.
b. Diminue la précontrainte du ressort.
1. Anillo de ajuste 2. Contratuerca
a. Aumenta la precarga del muelle
b. Reducir la precarga del muelle
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Rear shock absorber adjustment
The spring preload and damping force of the rear
shock absorber can be adjusted to suit the rider’s
weight and riding conditions.
WARNING
_ This shock absorber contains highly pressur-
ized nitrogen gas. Read and understand the
following information before handling the
shock absorber.
1. Do not tamper with or attempt to open the
cylinder assembly.
2. Do not subject the shock absorber to an
open flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to explode due to
excessive gas pressure.
3. Do not deform or damage the cylinder in
any way. Cylinder damage will result in
poor damping performance.
4. Take the shock absorber to a Yamaha
dealer for any service. _Adjust spring preload as follows:
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting ring in direction
a to in-
crease the spring preload and in direction
b
to decrease the spring preload.
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5-4
WARNING
Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the
Owner’s Manual. Failure to inspect increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
AVERTISSEMENT
Toujours effectuer ces contrôles avant chaque départ afin de s’assurer que le VTT peut être utilisé en toute sécurité.
Toujours respecter les procédés et intervalles de contrôle et d’entretien repris dans ce manuel. Omettre ces con-
trôles accroît les risques d’accident ou d’endommagement du véhicule.
ADVERTENCIA
Inspeccionar siempre el ATV cada vez que vaya a utilizarse, para asegurarse de que está en condicio-
nes de funcionar sin peligro.
Seguir siempre los procedimientos y programas de inspección y mantenimiento descritos en el Manual
del Usuario. Si no se inspecciona la máquina, aumenta el riesgo de accidente o avería.U5NF61.book Page 4 Wednesday, June 13, 2001 5:18 PM

5-7
Brake fluid leakage

Check to see if any brake fluid is leakage out of
the pipe joints or master cylinders. Apply the
brakes firmly for one minute. If there is any
leakage, have the machine inspected by a
Yamaha dealer.
Brake operation


Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out
to make sure they are working properly. If the
brakes do not provide proper braking perfor-
mance, inspect the brake pads for wear. (See
page 8-39.)WARNING
_ Always check the brakes at the start of every
ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any prob-
lem with the brakes or you could lose braking
ability, which could lead to an accident. If a
problem cannot be corrected by the adjust-
ment procedures provided in this manual,
have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer. _
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5-11 1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
1. Tube de remplissage du réservoir de carburant
2. Niveau de carburant
1. Tubo de relleno del depósito de combustible
2. Nivel de combustible
WARNING
_

Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is over-
filled, fuel could spill out due to heat from
the engine or the sun.


Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on
the engine or exhaust pipe which can
cause a fire and severe injury. Wipe up any
spilled fuel immediately.


Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.


Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed secure-
ly.
_
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5-19
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Battery
Check fluid level and fill if necessary. Use only dis-
tilled water if refilling is necessary. (See pages 8-75 ~
8-81.)
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Tires
Always use the recommended tires.
WARNING
Use of improper tires on this ATV, or operation
of this ATV with improper or uneven tire pres-
sure, may cause loss of control, increasing
your risk of accident.
Pay attention to the following.
1. The tires listed below have been approved
by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. for this model.
Other tire combinations are not recom-
mended.
Manufacturer Size Type
Front DUNLOP AT22
× 7-10 KT701
Rear DUNLOP AT22
× 10-9 KT775B
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6-1
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OPERATION
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV.
WARNING
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls. Loss of control could
cause an accident or injury. If there is a control
or function you do not understand, ask your
Yamaha dealer.
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