2004 YAMAHA WOLVERINE 350 fuel

5-9 1. Fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
1. Niveau de carburant
2. Tube de remplissage du réservoir de carburant
1. Nivel de combustible
2. Tubo de llenado del depósito de combustible
EBU00998*
Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.NOTE:_ (for Europe only)
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different brand
of gasoline or higher octane grade. _
Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline only
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline
only with a research octane
number of 91 or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
13.5 L
Reserve:
3.3 L
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CAUTION:_ Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded
gasoline will cause severe damage to internal
engine parts, such as the valves and piston
rings, as well as to the exhaust system. _
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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EBU14650
Starting a cold engine
WARNING
_ Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in cold
weather. If the control cables are frozen or do
not work smoothly, you could be unable to
control the ATV, which could lead to an acci-
dent or collision. _1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON”, and then set
the engine stop switch to “”.
4. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po-
sition.
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0–10 hours:
Avoid continuous operation above half throttle. Al-
low a cooling off period of five to ten minutes after
every hour of operation. Vary the speed of the ma-
chine from time to time. Do not operate it at one
set throttle position.
10–20 hours:
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. Rev
the machine freely but do not use full throttle at any
time.
After break-in:
Avoid prolonged full throttle operation. Vary
speeds occasionally.
EBU00211
Parking
When parking, stop the engine and shift into neu-
tral. Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” and apply the
parking brake.
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EBU00262
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
1
month3
months6
months6
months1
year
Valves*Check valve clearance.
Adjust if necessary.
Spark plugCheck condition.
Adjust gap and clean.
Replace if necessary.Air filter elementClean.
Replace if necessary.Every 20–40 hours
(More often in wet or dusty areas.)
Carburetor*Check and adjust idle speed/starter operation.
Adjust if necessary.Crankcase breather
system*Check breather hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.Exhaust system*Check for leakage.
Tighten if necessary.
Replace gasket(s) if necessary.Fuel line*Check fuel hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.Engine oil
Replace. (Warm engine before draining.)Engine oil filter cartridge
Replace.Engine oil strainer*
Clean.Final gear oil
Check oil level/oil leakage.
Replace every 12 months.Differential gear oil
Front brake*Check operation/fluid leakage. (See NOTE page 8-8.)
Correct if necessary.Rear brakeCheck operation.
Adjust if necessary.V-belt*Check operation.
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EBU00303
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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EBU00413
Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha machines receive a rigid in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition
systems can cause poor starting and loss of pow-
er. The troubleshooting chart describes a quick,
easy procedure for making checks. If your ma-
chine requires any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer.
The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-how to prop-
erly service your machine. Use only genuine
Yamaha parts on your machine. Imitation parts
may look like Yamaha parts, but they are often in-
ferior. Consequently, they have a shorter service
life and can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe in-
jury or property damage. Make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the area, including
pilot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
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EBU04400Troubleshooting chart1. Fuel
Check if there is fuel
in the fuel tank.There is fuel.Turn the fuel cock
lever to “OFF”.No fuel.Fuel cock is
clogged.
Clean the
fuel cock. Some fuel.Turn the fuel cock
lever to “RES”.Restart the engine.
No fuel.Supply fuel.
2. Compression
Use the electric
starter to see if
there is compression.There is compression.
Compression normal.
No compression.Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect.
3. Ignition
Remove the
spark plug and
check the electrodes.WetWipe clean with dry cloth.
DryAttach spark plug cap and
ground to chassis.Use the
electric starter.Spark is good.Ignition system is
normal.
Spark is weak.
Adjust the spark plug gap
or replace the spark plug. No spark.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect. 4. Battery
Use the electric starter.Engine turns over
quickly.Battery is good.
Engine turns over
slowly.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.Check the
fuel flow.
Turn the fuel cock
lever to “ON”.
Remove the fuel hose
from the fuel cock.
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