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2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the
muffler.
3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a wire
brush to remove any carbon deposits from the
spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside
of the tailpipe housing.4. Make sure the gasket is properly positioned,
then insert the tailpipe into the muffler and
align the screw holes.
5. Install the screws and tighten them.
WARNING
EWB02340
Do not start the engine when cleaning the
spark arrester, otherwise it could cause injury
to the eyes, burns, carbon monoxide poison-
ing, possibly leading to death, and start a fire.
Always let the exhaust system cool prior to
1. Screw
1
1. Tailpipe
2. Spark arrester
3. Gasket
1
2
3
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8-29
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WARNING
EWB02090
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause the brakes to malfunc-
tion, resulting in reduced braking
performance. This could increase the chance
of a collision or accident. After adjusting the
parking brake free play, block the rear of the
ATV off the ground and spin the rear wheels.
Check to make sure there is no brake drag. If
brake drag is noticed, perform the adjustment
again.
EBU24740
Brake light switches
The operation of the brake light switches must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
The brake light switch for the brake pedal can be
adjusted as follows, but the other brake light
switches should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:
The brake light switch is properly adjusted when
the brake light comes on just before braking takes
effect.
Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake light
switch in place. To make the brake light come on
earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). To
make the brake light come on later, turn the adjust-
ing nut in direction (b).
EBU24810
Adjusting the clutch lever free play
The clutch lever free play must be checked and, if
necessary, adjusted at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
The clutch lever free play should measure 2.0–3.0
1. Brake light switch
2. Brake light switch adjusting nut1
2 (a)
(b)
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WARNING
EWB02200
A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and imme-
diately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb to
cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned, or a fire could start if the bulb
touches something flammable.
7. Place a new bulb into position, and then install
the bulb holder by turning it clockwise.
CAUTION:
ECB00650
Do not touch the glass part of the headlight
bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the
transparency of the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adversely affect-
ed. Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger-
prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner.
8. Install the headlight bulb holder cover.
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
12
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.1
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WARNING
EWB02280
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
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10-4
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910
11
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
CDI
Charging system:
Flywheel magneto
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 35.0/36.5 W
×
1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W
×
1
Oil level warning light:
12 V, 3.4 W
×
1
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M
Main switch .....................................................................4-1
Model label....................................................................11-2
O
Owner’s manual and tool kit............................................8-1
P
Parking ............................................................................6-5
Parking brake ..................................................................4-6
Parking brake free play, adjusting.................................8-27
Parking on a slope ..........................................................6-6
Part locations ..................................................................3-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ....................8-3
Pre-operation check list ..................................................5-1
R
Riding your ATV ..............................................................7-1
S
Safety information ...........................................................1-1
Seat...............................................................................4-11
Shifting ............................................................................6-2
Shift pedal .......................................................................4-7
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front ...........4-12
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear ...............4-13
Spark arrester, cleaning ................................................8-14
Spark plug, checking.......................................................8-7
Specifications ................................................................10-1
Speed limiter ...................................................................4-4
Starter (choke) ..............................................................4-11
Steering shaft, lubricating .............................................8-35
Storage ...........................................................................9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ..........................................................................8-35Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-34
T
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-41
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-22
Throttle lever ...........................................................4-3
,
5-5
Throttle OverRide System.............................................. 4-4
Tire pressure, measuring ............................................... 5-7
Tires ............................................................................... 5-6
Tire wear limit................................................................. 5-8
Transmission oil ......................................................5-4
,
8-8
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-43
Troubleshooting chart .................................................. 8-45
Two-stroke engine oil ..................................................... 5-4
Two-stroke engine oil level warning light ....................... 4-2
V
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking ............................................ 8-34
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-43
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-42