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5. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the air fil-
ter element and let it dry.CAUTION:_ Do not twist the air filter element when squeez-
ing it. _6. Inspect the air filter element and replace it if
damaged.
7. Apply foam air filter oil to the air filter element.
If foam air filter oil is not available, engine oil
may be used.NOTE:_ The air filter element should be wet but not drip-
ping. _8. Pull the air filter element over its frame.
9. Install the air filter element assembly.
10. Install the air filter case cover.
11. Install the seat.
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NOTE:_ The air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated more
often if the machine is operated in extremely dusty
areas. Each time the air filter element mainte-
nance is performed, check the air inlet to the filter
case for obstructions. Check the air filter case rub-
ber joint to the carburetor and manifold fittings for
an airtight seal. Tighten all fittings securely to
avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the
engine. _CAUTION:_ Never operate the engine with the air filter ele-
ment removed. This will allow unfiltered air to
enter, causing rapid engine wear and possible
engine damage. Additionally, operation with-
out the air filter element will affect carburetor
jetting with subsequent poor performance and
possible engine overheating. _
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8-71 1. V-belt cooling duct check hose
1. Flexible de contrôle du conduit de refroidissement de la courroie
trapézoïdale
1. Manguera de comprobación del conducto de enfriamiento de
la correa trapezoidal
1. V-belt case drain plug
1. Boulon de vidange du carter de la courroie trapézoïdale
1. Tapón de drenaje de la caja de la correa trapezoidal
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V-belt cooling duct check hose
If dust or water collects in the V-belt cooling duct
check hose, remove the hose and clean it.
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V-belt case drain plug
After riding in water deep enough to allow it to en-
ter the V-belt case, remove this plug to drain the
water from the case.NOTE:_ If water drains from the V-belt case after removing
the plug, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the ATV
as the water may affect other engine parts. _
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Carburetor adjustment
The carburetor is a vital part of the engine and re-
quires very sophisticated adjustment. Most adjust-
ing should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the
professional knowledge and experience to do so.
However, the idling speed may be performed by
the owner as a part of the usual maintenance rou-
tine.CAUTION:
The carburetor was set at the Yamaha factory
after many tests. If the settings are disturbed
by someone without sufficient technical
knowledge, poor engine performance and
damage may result.
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8-75 1. Throttle stop screw
1. Vis d’arrêt de l’accélérateur
1. Tornillo de tope del acelerador
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Idle speed adjustmentNOTE:_ A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this pro-
cedure. _1. Start the engine and warm it up for a few min-
utes at approximately 1,000 to 2,000 r/min.
Occasionally rev the engine to 4,000 to
5,000 r/min. The engine is warm when it
quickly responds to the throttle.
2. Remove panel D. (See pages 8-17–8-19 for
removal and installation procedures.)
3. Connect the tachometer to the spark plug
lead, and then set the idle to the specified
idling speed by adjusting the throttle stop
screw. Turn the screw in direction
a to in-
crease the engine speed, and in direction
b
to decrease the engine speed.
4. Install the panel.Specified idle speed:
1,450–1,550 r/min
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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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8-79 1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt
1. Contre-écrou 2. Bolhon de réglage
1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
a. Throttle lever free play
a. Jeu au levier d’accélération
a. Juego libre de la palanca del acelerador
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Throttle lever adjustmentNOTE:Adjust the engine idling speed before adjusting the
throttle lever free play.1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting bolt until the throttle lever
free play is 3–5 mm.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the outer cov-
ering of control cables becomes damaged.
Cables can also become frayed or kinked. Op-
eration of controls could be restricted, which
could cause an accident or injury.Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If
the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha
dealer to replace them.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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