2004 YAMAHA BEAR TRACKER 250 light

6-11 1. Drive select lever
2. Lock release button
a. Foward
b. Reverse
1. Levier de présélection
2. Bouton de déblocage
a. Marche avant
b. Marche arrière
1. Palanca de selección de gama
2. Botón de desbloqueo
a. Marcha adelante
b. Marcha atrás
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Drive select lever operation and reverse
drivingCAUTION:
Before shifting, stop the machine and return
the throttle lever to its closed position. Other-
wise the transmission may be damaged.NOTE:When shifting into reverse, the transmission must
be in first gear.1. Bring the machine to a complete stop and re-
turn the throttle lever to the closed position.
2. Apply the rear brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into first gear.
4. While pulling the lock release button, move
the drive select lever toward the rear until it
completely stops.NOTE:When in reverse, the reverse indicator light should
be on. If the light does not come on, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect the machine.
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7-43 1. Lean towards inside of turn.
2. Support your weight on the outer footrest.
1. Se pencher vers l’intérieur du virage.
2. S’appuyer sur le repose-pied externe.
1. Inclínese hacia el interior del giro.
2. Descanse su peso en el descansapie externo.
As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to
turn the handlebars in the desired direction. As
you do so, put your weight on the footboard to the
outside of the turn (opposite your desired direc-
tion) and lean your upper body into the turn. Use
the throttle to maintain an even speed through the
turn. This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside
of the turn slip slightly, allowing the ATV to make
the turn properly.
This procedure should be practiced at slow speed
many times in a large off-road area with no obsta-
cles. If an incorrect technique is used, your ATV
may continue to go straight. If the ATV doesn’t
turn, come to a stop and then practice the proce-
dure again. If the riding surface is slippery or loose,
it may help to position more of your weight over the
front wheels by moving forward on the seat.
Once you have learned this technique you should
be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter
curves.
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7-61
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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8-8 * It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:

Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4


Brake fluid replacement:
When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the
brake fluid level and add fluid as required.
On the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper, replace the oil seals every two years.
Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.
Wheels*Check balance/damage/runout.
Repair if necessary.Wheel bearings*Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*Check operation.
Correct if necessary.Steering system*Check operation.
Correct if damaged.
Check toe-in.
Adjust if necessary.Steering shaft*Lubricate every 6 months with lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease).Fittings and fasteners*Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
Correct if necessary.Battery*Check specific gravity.
Check that the breather hose is working properly.
Correct if necessary.Lights and switches*Check operation.
Adjust headlight beams.
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
1
month3
months6
months6
months1
year
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8-33 1. Air filter element
1.Élément du filtre à air
1. Elemento del filtro de aire
1. Air filter element 2. Foam cover
1.Élément du filtre à air 2. Cache en mousse
1. Elemento del filtro de aire 2. Forro de espuma
3. Pull the air filter element out.
4. Remove the foam cover from the air filter ele-
ment.
5. Tap the air filter element lightly to remove
most of the dust and dirt. Blow out the re-
maining dirt with compressed air as shown. If
the air filter element is damaged, replace it.
6. Wash the foam cover gently but thoroughly in
water or solvent.
WARNING
_ When using solvent to clean the foam cover,
always use parts cleaning solvent. Never use
low flash point solvents or gasoline to clean
the foam cover because the engine could
catch fire or explode. _7. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the foam
cover and let it dry.CAUTION:_

Do not twist the foam cover when squeez-
ing it.


Do not apply oil to the foam cover.
_8. Check the foam cover. If damaged, replace it.
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8-57 1. Rear brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
1. Contacteur de feu stop sur frein arrière
2.Écrou de réglage
1. Interruptor de la luz de freno trasero
2. Tuerca de ajuste
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Adjusting the rear brake light switch
The rear brake light switch, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake levers, is properly ad-
justed when the brake light comes on just before
braking takes effect. If necessary, adjust the brake
light switch as follows.
Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear brake
light switch in place. To make the brake light come
on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction
a. To
make the brake light come on later, turn the adjust-
ing nut in direction
b.
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8-79 1. Headlight cover 2. Screw (× 3)
1. Cache de phare 2. Vis (× 3)
1. Carenado del faro 2. Tornillo (× 3)
1. Bulb holder cover (× 2) 2. Bulb holder
1. Cache de la fixation d’ampoule (× 2) 2. Fixation d’ampoule
1. Cubierta del portabombilla (× 2) 2. Portabombilla
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Replacing a headlight bulb
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace the bulb as
follows.
1. Remove the headlight cover by removing the
screws.
2. Remove the bulb holder cover.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise to re-
move the defective bulb.
WARNING
_ The headlight bulb is hot when it is on and im-
mediately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb
to cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touch-
es something flammable. _
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8-81 1. Adjusting screw
1. Vis de réglage
1. Tornillo de ajuste
4. Put a new bulb into position and secure it in
place with the bulb holder.
5. Install the bulb holder cover.
6. Install the headlight cover by installing the
screws.
7. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
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Headlight beam adjustmentCAUTION:
It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment. To raise the beam, turn the adjusting screw in
direction
a.
To lower the beam, turn the adjusting screw in
direction
b.
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