2005 YAMAHA RHINO 660 steering

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CAUTION:_ Do not shift from low to high or vice versa with-
out coming to a complete stop and waiting for
the engine to return to normal idle speed. Dam-
age to the engine or drive train may occur. _TURNING YOUR VEHICLE
The vehicle is easier to steer in two-wheel drive
(2WD) than four-wheel drive (4WD). Steering
takes the most effort in 4WD with the differential
locked (DIFF. LOCK).
It is possible for the vehicle to roll over or go out of
control if you attempt sharp, high-speed turns. You
should also be careful making sharp turns on
rough terrain. Do not attempt to turn around or
make abrupt maneuvers on slopes.
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Position your hands on the steering wheel so that
your thumbs and fingers do not wrap around the
wheel. This is particularly important when driving
in rough terrain. The front wheels will move right
and left as they respond to the terrain, and this
movement will be felt in the steering wheel. A sud-
den jolt could wrench the steering wheel around,
and your thumbs or fingers could be injured if they
are in the way of the steering wheel spokes.
BRAKING
Braking ability is affected by the type of terrain. In
most cases, gradually application of the brakes is
more effective than abrupt braking, particularly on
loose surfaces like gravel. Always allow for greater
braking distance on rough, loose, or slippery sur-
faces.
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Engine oil filter cartridge
Replace.Final gear oil
Check oil level/oil leakage.
Replace.Differential gear oil
Front brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see NOTE page
8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Rear brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see NOTE page
8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Accelerator pedal*
Check operation and free play.V-belt*Check operation.
Check for wear, cracks, or damage.Wheels*Check balance/damage/runout.
Repair if necessary.Wheel bearings*Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*Check operation and for leakage.
Correct if necessary.Steering system*Check operation and for looseness/Replace if damaged.
Check toe-in/Adjust if necessary.Rear upper and lower
knuckle pivots*Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Drive shaft universal joint*
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Engine mount*Check for cracks or damage.
Check bolt tightness.Front and rear axle boots*Check operation.
Replace if damaged.Stabilizer bushings*
Check for cracks or damage.
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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1. Nut (× 4)
1.Écrou (× 4)
1. Tuerca (× 4)
EVU00920
Steering shaft lubrication
Lubricate the pivot points.
EVU00930
Wheel removal
1. Loosen the wheel nuts.
2. Elevate the vehicle and place a suitable
stand under the frame.
3. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
4. Remove the wheel. Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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EVU01050
1-SPECIFICATIONS
Model YXR660FA
Dimensions:
Overall length 2,885 mm (113.6 in)
Overall width 1,385 mm (54.5 in)
Overall height 1,853 mm (73.0 in)
Seat height 818 mm (32.2 in)
Wheelbase 1,910 mm (75.2 in)
Ground clearance 273 mm (10.75 in)
Minimum turning radius 3,900 mm (153.5 in)
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 509.0 kg (1,122 lb)
For Europe: 524.0 kg (1,155 lb)
Noise and vibration level:
Noise level (77/311/EEC) (for Europe) 81.2 dB(A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008) (for Europe) Not exceed 0.5 m/s
2
Vibration on steering wheel (EN1032, ISO5008)
(for Europe)Not exceed 2.5 m/s
2
Engine:
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement 660.0 cm
3
Bore
× stroke 100.0
× 84.0 mm (3.94
× 3.31 in)
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