2006 YAMAHA YFM700R engine

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8Always set the parking brake before start-
ing the engine. The ATV could start mov-
ing unexpectedly if the parking brake is
not applied. This could cause loss of con-
trol or a collision.
8Always be sure you have released the
parking brake before you begin to ride.
The brake could overheat if you ride the
ATV without releasing the parking brake.
You could lose braking performance
which could cause an accident. You could
also wear out the brakes prematurely.
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1. Shift pedal1. Pédale de sélection1. Pedal del cambio
1. Reverse knob “REV”
1. Bouton de marche arrière “REV”1. Botón de marcha atrás “REV”
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Shift pedal
This machine is equipped with a constant-mesh
5-speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmis-
sion. The shift pedal is located on the left side of
the engine and is used in combination with the
clutch when shifting.
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Reverse knob “REV”
The reverse knob is used to shift into reverse
gear.
Refer to the “Reverse knob operation and
reverse driving” section (page 6-9) before oper-
ating this machine in reverse gear.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-7–5-11
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 8-71–8-81
Rear brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-7–5-11
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 8-71–8-81
Clutch9Check operation, condition and lever free play. 8-89
Parking brake9Check operation, condition and cable length. 8-83–8-85
Fuel 9Check fuel level.
9Fill with fuel if necessary.5-13–5-15
Engine oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-17, 8-21
Coolant reservoir 9Check coolant level in reservoir.
9Fill with coolant if necessary.5-19, 8-37–8-47
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
9Adjust if necessary.5-23, 8-91–8-99
Throttle9Check for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-23, 8-69
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-25–5-31, 8-111–8-113
Fittings and fasteners9Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-31
Lights and switches9Check for proper operation. 5-31, 8-125–8-131
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of lead-
ed gasoline will cause severe damage to
internal engine parts, such as the valves and
piston rings, as well as to the exhaust sys-
tem.
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8Do 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.
8Be 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.
8Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.
8Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed secure-
ly.
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1. Filler tube 2. Fuel level1. Tube de remplissage 2. Niveau de carburant1. Tubo de llenado 2. Nivel de combustible
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Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-21.)
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8In 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.
8Make sure that no foreign material enters
the crankcase.
Recommended engine oil type and quantity:
See page 10-2.
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Coolant
Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir
when the engine is cold. (The coolant level will
vary with engine temperature.) The coolant level
is satisfactory if it is between the minimum and
maximum level marks on the coolant reservoir. If
the coolant level is at or below the minimum
level mark, add distilled water to bring the level
up to the maximum level mark. Change the
coolant every two years. (See pages 8-37–8-47
for details.)
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Hard water or salt water is harmful to the
engine. You may use soft water if you cannot
get distilled water.
Coolant reservoir capacity
(up to the maximum level mark):
0.25 L
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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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Starting the engine
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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
accident or collision.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the
engine stop switch to “RUN”.
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The engine trouble warning light and the fuel
level warning light should come on, and then
go off.
If a warning light does not go off, see page
4-7 for the corresponding warning light cir-
cuit check.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral.
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