2004 YAMAHA YFM350R engine

5-1
EBU00113
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
BrakesCheck operation, fluid level and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-5–5-7,
8-45–8-55
ClutchCheck operation, condition and lever free play. 8-65
Parking brakeCheck operation, condition and cable length. 8-57–8-61
FuelCheck fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9–5-11
Engine oilCheck oil level.
Fill with oil if necessary.5-13, 8-15–8-25
Drive chainCheck chain slack and condition.
Adjust if necessary.5-13, 8-67–8-71
ThrottleCheck for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-15, 8-43
Wheels and tiresCheck tire pressure, wear and damage.5-17–5-23,
8-83–8-85
Fittings and fastenersCheck all fittings and fasteners. 5-15
Lights and switchesCheck for proper operation.5-15, 8-63,
8-95–8-103
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5-9
EBU09980*
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. _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. _
Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline only
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline
only with a research octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total: 9.0 L
Reserve: 2.7 L
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5-11 1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
1. Tube de remplissage du réservoir de carburant
2. Niveau de carburant
1. Tubo de relleno del depósito de combustible
2. Nivel de combustible
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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5-13
EBU10842
Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-15–8-25.)CAUTION:_

In order to prevent clutch slippage (since
the engine oil also lubricates the clutch),
do not mix any chemical additives. Do not
use oils with a diesel specification of “CD”
or oils of a higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.


Make sure that no foreign material enters
the crankcase.
_
EBU00498
Chain
Check the general condition of the chain and
check the chain slack before every ride. Lubricate
and adjust the chain as necessary. (See pages
8-67–8-71 for details.) Recommended engine oil type and quantity:
See page 10-2.
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6-3
EBU14960
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. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the engine
stop switch to “”.
4. Shift the transmission into neutral.
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6-5 a. Starter (choke) 1. Fully open
2. Half open 3. Closed
a. Starter (enrichisseur) 1. Complètement ouvert
2. Mi-ouvert 3. Fermé
a. Starter (choke) 1. Abre completamente
2. Semiabierto 3. Cerrado
NOTE:_ This model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions.

When the transmission is in neutral. The neu-
tral indicator light should come on. If the light
does not come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect it.


When the clutch is disengaged with the trans-
mission and the drive select lever in any posi-
tion. However, it is recommended to shift into
neutral before starting the engine.
_5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the fig-
ure:
Position
1: Cold engine start-
ambient temperature below 5°C.
Position
2: Cold engine start-
ambient temperature at 0°C – 30°C
and warming up position.
Position
3: Cold engine start-
ambient temperature above 25°C
and warm engine start position.
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6-7 a. Starter (choke) 1. Fully open
2. Half open 3. Closed
a. Starter (enrichisseur) 1. Complètement ouvert
2. Mi-ouvert 3. Fermé
a. Starter (choke) 1. Abre completamente
2. Semiabierto 3. Cerrado
6. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.NOTE:_ If the engine fails to start, release the start switch,
then push it again. Pause a few seconds before
the next attempt. Each cranking should be as short
as possible to preserve battery energy. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 seconds on each
attempt. _7. If the engine is started with the starter (choke)
in position
1, the starter (choke) should be
returned to position
2 to warm up the en-
gine. If the engine is started with the starter
(choke) in position
2, keep the starter
(choke) in this position to warm up the en-
gine.
8. Continue warming up the engine until it idles
smoothly and return the starter (choke) to po-
sition
3 before riding.CAUTION:_ See the “Engine break-in” section prior to op-
erating engine for the first time. _
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6-9
EBU00180
Starting a warm engine
To start a warm engine, refer to the “Starting a cold
engine” section. The starter (choke) should not be
used. The throttle should be opened slightly.
EBU01820
Warming up
To get maximum engine life, always warm up the
engine before starting off. Never accelerate hard
with a cold engine! To see whether or not the en-
gine is warm, check if it responds to the throttle
normally with the starter (choke) turned off.
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