2003 YAMAHA YFM350R steering wheel

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CROSSING A SLOPE
Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires
you to properly position your weight to maintain
proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the
basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting
to cross a sloping surface. Avoid slopes with slip-
pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your
balance.
As you travel across a slope, lean your body in the
uphill direction. It may be necessary to correct the
steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing
the front wheels slightly uphill. When riding on
slopes be sure not to make sharp turns either up or
down hill.
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SLIDING AND SKIDDING
Care should be used when riding on loose or slip-
pery surfaces since the ATV may slide. If unex-
pected and uncorrected, sliding could lead to an
accident.
To reduce the tendency for the front wheels to
slide in loose or slippery conditions, positioning
your weight over the front wheels will sometimes
help.
If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide side-
ways, control can usually be regained (if there is
room to do so) by steering in the direction of the
slide. Applying the brakes or accelerating is not
recommended until you have corrected the slide.
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8-8 * It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
** Lithium-soap-based grease
NOTE:

Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4


Brake fluid replacement:
1. When disassembling the master cylinders or calipers, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the
brake fluid level and add fluid as required.
2. On the inner parts of the master cylinders and calipers, replace the oil seals every two years.
3. Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.
Wheel bearings*•Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
•Replace if damaged.Steering system*•Check operation.
•Repair if damaged.
•Check toe-in.
•Adjust if necessary.Front and rear
suspension*•Check operation.
•Correct if necessary.Upper and lower arm
pivot and steering shaft*•Lubricate every 6 months.**Rear arm pivot*
•Lubricate every 6 months.**Fittings and fasteners*•Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
•Correct if necessary.Battery*•Check specific gravity.
•Check breather hose for proper routing.
•Correct if necessary.Lights and switches*•Check operation.
•Adjust headlight beam.
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
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