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INTRODUCTION
Félicitations pour l’achat du YFM350A de Yamaha. Ce
modèle représente le fruit de nombreuses années d’expé-
rience Yamaha dans la production de véhicules de sport,
de tourisme et de course. Ce véhicule permettra à son pi-
lote de pleinement apprécier la perfection technique et la
fiabilité qui ont fait de Yamaha un leader dans ces domai-
nes.
Ce manuel apporte une meilleure compréhension des ca-
ractéristiques et du fonctionnement du véhicule. Le ma-
nuel donne en outre des conseils importants relatifs à
la sécurité. Il informe sur les compétences et techni-
ques particulières indispensables au pilotage du véhi-
cule.
Ce manuel explique également les procédés d’ins-
pection et d’entretien élémentaires. Les concessionnaires
Yamaha sont au service de leur clientèle et répondront à
toute question concernant le fonctionnement ou l’entre-
tien de ce véhicule.
SBU00946
INTRODUCCIÓN
Le felicitamos por su compra de la Yamaha
YFM350A. Representa el resultado de muchos años
de experiencia de Yamaha en la producción de má-
quinas deportivas, de turismo, y de competición que
marcan el ritmo de las carreras. Con la compra de
esta Yamaha, podrá apreciar el alto grado de perfec-
ción técnica y fiabilidad que han convertido a
Yamaha en el líder de estos campos.
El presente manual le proporcionará un buen cono-
cimiento básico de las características y el manejo del
ATV.
También contiene indicaciones importan-
tes acerca de la seguridad y aporta información
sobre las técnicas y habilidades especiales ne-
cesarias para conducir el ATV, así como los pro-
cedimientos básicos de mantenimiento e inspección.
Si tiene alguna duda respecto al mantenimiento o
manejo del ATV, consulte a su concesionario
Yamaha.
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RES: Position réserve. Quand le carburant vient à man-
quer pendant une randonnée, placer le levier sur
cette position. REMPLIR LE RÉSERVOIR DÈS
QUE POSSIBLE. Après le ravitaillement, repla-
cer le levier sur “ON”.
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Starter (enrichisseur) “”
La mise en marche à froid requiert un mélange air-carbu-
rant plus riche. C’est le starter qui remplit cette fonction
d’enrichissement du mélange.
Déplacer dans la direction “a” pour mettre le starter (en-
richisseur) en service.
Déplacer dans la direction “b” pour mettre le starter (en-
richisseur) hors service.
La marche à suivre correcte est décrite à la section “Mise
en marche d’un moteur froid”. (Pour plus de détails, voir
pages 6-4 à 6-8.)
RES: Indica reserva de combustible. Si se queda
sin combustible durante la marcha, gire la pa-
lanca a esta posición. DESPUES, LLENE EL
DEPOSITO DE COMBUSTIBLE A LA PRI-
MERA OPORTUNIDAD. Tras repostar, lleve
de nuevo la palanca del grifo de combustible
a la posición “ON” (abierto).
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Starter (choke) “”
Cuando el motor está frío, requiere una mezcla más
rica de combustible para arrancar. Esta mezcla se
suministra a través de un circuito separado, el circui-
to del “starter”.
Mueva en la dirección “
a” para conectar el starter
(choke).
Mueva en la dirección “
b” para desconectar el star-
ter (choke).
Consulte el apartado de “Arranque en frío del motor”
para ver la operación adecuada. (Consulte la pági-
nas 6-4–6-8.)
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Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the machine to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque.
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Lights
Check the headlights and tail/brake light to make
sure they are in working condition. Repair as nec-
essary for proper operation.
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Switches
Check the operation of all switches. Have a
Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper op-
eration.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENTPeriodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will
keep your machine in the safest and most efficient
condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the
machine owner. The most important points of ma-
chine inspection, adjustment and lubrication are
explained on the following pages.
WARNING
Never service an engine while it is running.
Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of the
body, causing injury. Electrical components
can cause shocks or can start fires. Turn off
the engine when performing maintenance un-
less otherwise specified. Have a Yamaha deal-
er perform service if you are not familiar with
machine service.
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8-3 1. Owner’s manual
2. Owner’s tool kit
3. Low-pressure tire gauge
1. Manuel du propriétaire
2. Trousse à outils du propriétaire
3. Manomètre basse pression pour pneus
1. Manual del propietario
2. Juego de herramientas del propietario
3. Manómetro de baja presión
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Owner’s manual and tool kit
You are recommended to put this owner’s manual
in the vinyl bag and always carry it on the bottom
of the seat as shown. Put the owner’s tool kit and
low-pressure tire gauge under the seat.
The service information included in this manual is
intended to provide you, the owner, with the nec-
essary information for completing your own pre-
ventive maintenance and minor repairs. The tools
provided in the Owner’s tool kit are sufficient for
this purpose, except that a torque wrench is also
necessary to properly tighten nuts and bolts.NOTE:_ If you do not have a torque wrench available dur-
ing a service operation requiring one, take your
machine to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque
settings and adjust them as necessary. _
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.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 bearing*Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*Check operation.
Correct if necessary.Steering system*Check operation./Replace if damaged.
Check toe-in./Adjust if necessary.Drive shaft universal
joint*Lubricate.Fittings and fasteners*Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
Correct if necessary.Lights and switches*Check operation.
Adjust headlight beams.
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
1
month3
months6
months6
months1
year
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Valve clearance adjustment
The correct valve clearance changes with use, re-
sulting in improper fuel/air supply or engine noise.
To prevent this, the valve clearance must be ad-
justed regularly. This adjustment however, should
be left to a professional Yamaha service techni-
cian.
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Brake fluid replacement
Complete fluid replacement should be done only
by trained Yamaha service personnel. Have a
Yamaha dealer replace the following components
during periodic maintenance or when they are
damaged or leaking.
Replace the oil seals every two years.
Replace the brake hoses every four years.
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