2005 YAMAHA BIG BEAR PRO 400 oil

8-39 1. Oil filler bolt
1. Boulon de l’orifice de remplissage d’huile
1. Perno del orificio de llenado de aceite
a. Front drain bolt
b. Rear drain bolt
a. Boulon de vidange avant
b Boulon de vidange arrière
a. Perno de drenaje delantero
b. Perno de drenaje trasero
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Differential gear oil replacement
1. Place the machine on a level place.
2. Place a container under the differential gear
case to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the filler bolt and drain bolts to drain
the oil.
4. Install the drain bolts and tighten to specifica-
tion.
5. Fill the differential gear case with oil.Tightening torque:
Drain bolt (differential gear case):
a 23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf)
b 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf)
Recommended oil:
See page 10-3.
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.67 L
Total amount:
0.70 L
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8-41 1. Boot (× 2)
1. Soufflet (× 2)
1. Guardapolvo (× 2)
1. Boot (× 2)
1. Soufflet (× 2)
1. Guardapolvo (× 2)
CAUTION:_ Be sure no foreign material enters the differen-
tial gear case. _6. Install the filler bolt and tighten it to specifica-
tion.
7. Check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found,
check for the cause.
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Axle boots
Check the protective boots for holes or tears. If any
damage is found, have them replaced by a
Yamaha dealer.Tightening torque:
Filler bolt (differential gear case):
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf)
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8-49 1. Air filter element
1.Élément du filtre à air
1. Elemento del filtro de aire
1. Element retaining plate
2. Air filter element 3. Frame
1. Plaque de retenue
2.Élément du filtre à air 3. Armature
1. Placa de retención del elemento
2. Elemento del filtro de aire 3. Bastidor
3. Remove the air filter element.
4. Remove the air filter element from the frame.
5. Wash the air filter element gently but thor-
oughly in solvent.
WARNING
_ Always use parts cleaning solvent to clean the
air filter element. Never use low flash point sol-
vents or gasoline to clean the air filter element
because the engine could catch fire or ex-
plode. _6. 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. _7. Inspect the air filter element. If damaged, re-
place it.
8. Apply SAE 10W30 engine oil to the air filter
element.NOTE:_ The air filter element should be wet but not drip-
ping. _
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8-65
Observe these precautions:

When checking the brake fluid level, make sure
the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level.


Use only the designated quality brake fluid, oth-
erwise, the rubber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor brake performance.


Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor brake performance.


Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately.


Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if the
brake fluid level goes down. Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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8-67
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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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8-83
EBU00570
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.
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Brake and shift pedal/brake lever lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts of each lever and ped-
al.Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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8-89
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, causing severe burns, etc. It contains sul-
furic acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
Antidote:

EXTERNAL: Flush with water.


INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beat-
en egg or vegetable oil. Call a physician
immediately.


EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of
ignition away. Ventilate when charging or us-
ing in an enclosed space. Always shield your
eyes when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of your ma-
chine will require some preventive procedures to
guard against deterioration. After thoroughly
cleaning the machine, prepare for storage as fol-
lows:
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add fuel
stabilizer (if available).NOTE:Use of fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain
the fuel system. Consult a Yamaha dealer if the
fuel system is to be drained instead.2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark
plug. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the
engine over several times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil.
3. Lubricate all control cables.
4. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
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