2005 YAMAHA BRUIN 350 Fluid spec

OPERATION ...........................................6-1
Starting a cold engine ...........................6-3
Starting a warm engine .........................6-9
Warming up...........................................6-9
Drive select lever operation and
reverse driving ..................................6-11
Engine break-in ...................................6-15
Parking ................................................6-17
Parking on a slope ..............................6-19
Accessories and loading .....................6-21
RIDING YOUR ATV..................................7-1
Getting to know your ATV .....................7-3
Ride with care and good judgement .....7-5
Be careful where you ride ...................7-27
Turning your ATV ................................7-39
Climbing uphill.....................................7-45
Riding downhill ....................................7-55
Crossing a slope .................................7-59
Crossing through shallow water ..........7-63
Riding over rough terrain ....................7-69
Sliding and skidding ............................7-71
What to do if .......................................7-75
What to do ..........................................7-75
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ........................................ 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ................. 8-3
Periodic maintenance/lubrication.......... 8-7
Panel removal and installation............ 8-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ......... 8-21
Final gear oil ....................................... 8-31
Differential gear oil replacement ......... 8-39
Axle boots ........................................... 8-45
Spark plug inspection ......................... 8-47
Air filter element cleaning ................... 8-53
V-belt cooling duct check hose ........... 8-61
V-belt case drain plug ......................... 8-61
Carburetor adjustment ........................ 8-63
Idle speed adjustment ........................ 8-65
Valve clearance adjustment ............... 8-67
Select lever safety system cable
adjustment ........................................ 8-67
Throttle lever adjustment .................... 8-69
Front brake pad check ........................ 8-71
Rear brake shoe inspection ................ 8-71
Brake fluid level check ........................ 8-73
Brake fluid replacement ...................... 8-77
Front brake lever free play.................. 8-79
Rear brake pedal and lever
adjustment ........................................ 8-81
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Front and rear brakes
Brake levers and brake pedal

Check for correct free play in the front brake le-
ver. If the free play is incorrect, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.


Check for correct free play in the rear brake le-
ver and brake pedal. If the free play is incorrect,
adjust it. (See pages 8-81–8-85.)


Check the operation of the brake levers and
pedal. They should move smoothly and there
should be a firm feeling when the brakes are
applied. If not, have a Yamaha dealer inspect
the brake system.
Brake fluid level (front brake)
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
(See pages 8-73–8-77.)
Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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Brake fluid leakage (front brake)
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the
hose, joint or brake fluid reservoir of the front
brake. Apply the brake firmly for one minute. If the
lever moves slowly inward, there may be a leak in
the brake system. If there is any leakage, the
brake system should be inspected by a Yamaha
dealer.
Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to
make sure they are working properly. If the brakes
do not provide proper braking performance, in-
spect the brake pads and shoes for wear. (See
page 8-71.)
WARNING
_ Always check the brakes at the start of every
ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any prob-
lem with the brakes or you could lose braking
ability, which could lead to an accident. If a
problem cannot be corrected by the adjust-
ment procedures provided in this manual,
have a Yamaha dealer check for the cause. _
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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.
Lights and switches*Check operation.
Adjust headlight beams.
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
month136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1,200
(750)2,400
(1,500)2,400
(1,500)4,800
(3,000)
hours 20 75 150 150 300
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