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INTRODUCTION
Félicitations pour l’achat du YFM66FA de Yamaha. Ce
modèle représente le fruit de nombreuses années d’expé-
rience Yamaha dans la production de véhicules de sport,
de tourisme et de course. Ce véhicule permettra à son pi-
lote de pleinement apprécier la perfection technique et la
fiabilité qui ont fait de Yamaha un leader dans ces domai-
nes. Ce manuel apporte une meilleure compréhension
des caractéristiques et du fonctionnement du véhicule. Le
manuel donne en outre des conseils importants rela-
tifs à la sécurité. Il informe sur les compétences et
techniques particulières indispensables au pilotage du
véhicule.
Ce manuel explique également les procédés
d’inspection et d’entretien élémentaires. Les concession-
naires Yamaha sont au service de leur clientèle et répon-
dront à toute question concernant le fonctionnement ou
l’entretien de ce véhicule.
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INTRODUCCIÓN
Le felicitamos por su compra de la Yamaha
YFM66FA. Representa el resultado de muchos años
de experiencia de Yamaha en la producción de má-
quinas deportivas, de turismo, y de competición que
marcan el ritmo de las carreras. Con la compra de
esta Yamaha, podrá apreciar el alto grado de perfec-
ción técnica y fiabilidad que han convertido a
Yamaha en el líder de estos campos.
El presente manual le proporcionará un buen cono-
cimiento básico de las características y el manejo del
ATV.
También contiene indicaciones importan-
tes acerca de la seguridad y aporta información
sobre las técnicas y habilidades especiales ne-
cesarias para conducir el ATV, así como los pro-
cedimientos básicos de mantenimiento e inspección.
Si tiene alguna duda respecto al mantenimiento o
manejo del ATV, consulte a su concesionario
Yamaha.
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RES: Position réserve. Quand le carburant vient à man-
quer pendant une randonnée, placer le levier sur
cette position. REMPLIR LE RÉSERVOIR DÈS
QUE POSSIBLE. Après le ravitaillement, repla-
cer le levier sur “ON”.
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Starter (enrichisseur) “”
La mise en marche à froid requiert un mélange air-carbu-
rant plus riche. C’est le starter qui remplit cette fonction
d’enrichissement du mélange.
Déplacer dans la direction a pour mettre le starter (enri-
chisseur) en service.
Déplacer dans la direction b pour mettre le starter (enri-
chisseur) hors service.
La marche à suivre correcte est décrite à la section “Mise
en marche d’un moteur froid”. (Pour plus de détails, voir
pages 6-4 à 6-8.)
RES: Indica reserva de combustible. Si se queda
sin combustible durante la marcha, gire la pa-
lanca a esta posición. DESPUES, LLENE EL
DEPOSITO DE COMBUSTIBLE A LA PRI-
MERA OPORTUNIDAD. Tras repostar, lleve
de nuevo la palanca del grifo de combustible
a la posición “ON” (abierto).
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Starter (choke) “”
Cuando el motor está frío, requiere una mezcla más
rica de combustible para arrancar. Esta mezcla se
suministra a través de un circuito separado, el circui-
to del “starter”.
Mueva en la dirección
a para conectar el starter
(choke).
Mueva en la dirección
b para desconectar el starter
(choke).
Consulte el apartado de “Arranque en frío del motor”
para ver la operación adecuada. (Consulte las pági-
nas 6-4–6-8.)
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WARNING
_ Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before
removing the radiator cap. You could be
burned by hot fluid and steam blown out under
pressure. Always put a thick rag over the cap
when opening. Allow any remaining pressure
to escape before completely removing the cap. _
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Throttle lever
Check to see that the throttle lever operates cor-
rectly. It must open smoothly and spring back to
the idle position when released. Have a Yamaha
dealer repair as necessary for proper operation.
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Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the machine to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque.Coolant reservoir capacity
(up to the maximum level mark):
0.3 L
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENTPeriodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will
keep your machine in the safest and most efficient
condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the
machine owner. The most important points of ma-
chine inspection, adjustment and lubrication are
explained on the following pages.
WARNING
Never service an engine while it is running.
Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of the
body, causing injury. Electrical components
can cause shocks or can start fires. Turn off
the engine when performing maintenance un-
less otherwise specified. Have a Yamaha deal-
er perform service if you are not familiar with
machine service.
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8-3 1. Owner’s manual
2. Owner’s tool kit
3. Low-pressure tire gauge
1. Manuel du propriétaire
2. Trousse à outils
3. Manomètre basse pression pour pneus
1. Manual del propietario
2. Juego de herramientas del propietario
3. Manómetro de baja presión
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Owner’s manual and tool kit
You are recommended to put this owner’s manual
in the vinyl bag and always carry it in the storage
box. Put the owner’s tool kit and low-pressure tire
gauge in the space beside the battery.
The service information included in this manual is
intended to provide you, the owner, with the nec-
essary information for completing your own pre-
ventive maintenance and minor repairs. The tools
provided in the Owner’s tool kit are sufficient for
this purpose, except that a torque wrench is also
necessary to properly tighten nuts and bolts.NOTE:_ If you do not have a torque wrench available dur-
ing a service operation requiring one, take your
machine to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque
settings and adjust them as necessary. _
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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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Select lever safety system cable adjustment
The select lever safety system cable stretches
with use, resulting in improper function. To prevent
this, the cable must be adjusted regularly. This ad-
justment, however, should be left to a Yamaha
dealer.
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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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a. Jeu au levier de frein avant
a. Juego libre del freno delantero
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Front brake lever free play
The front brake lever should have a free play of
zero mm at the lever end. If not, have a Yamaha
dealer check the brake system.
WARNING
_ Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:
Make sure the brakes operate smoothly
and that the free play is correct.
Make sure the brakes do not drag.
Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All
air must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
_
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