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EVU00050
1 -CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 2-1
DESCRIPTION AND VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION .................................... 3-1
Identification number records ............... 3-7
Key identification number ..................... 3-9
Vehicle identification number ............. 3-11
Model label ......................................... 3-13
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ......................... 4-1
Main switch........................................... 4-1
Indicator and warning lights.................. 4-5
Multi-function meter unit ..................... 4-13
Switches ............................................. 4-21
Accelerator pedal ............................... 4-35
Brake pedal ........................................ 4-37
Parking brake lever ............................ 4-39
Drive select lever ................................ 4-41
Fuel tank cap ...................................... 4-41
Starter (choke).................................... 4-43
Seats .................................................. 4-45
1234
Seat belts ........................................... 4-47
Glove compartment............................ 4-51
Cargo bed .......................................... 4-53
Front and rear shock absorber
adjustment ....................................... 4-59
Trailer hitch bracket ........................... 4-63
Auxiliary DC jack ................................ 4-65
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ................... 5-1
Front and rear brakes .......................... 5-7
Fuel .................................................... 5-11
Engine oil ........................................... 5-15
Coolant............................................... 5-17
Final gear oil ...................................... 5-21
Differential gear oil ............................. 5-21
Accelerator pedal ............................... 5-23
Seat belts ........................................... 5-23
Steering.............................................. 5-25
Fittings and fasteners......................... 5-25
Lights ................................................. 5-25
Switches............................................. 5-27
Tires ................................................... 5-29
How to measure tire pressure ............ 5-33
Tire wear limit..................................... 5-35
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YAMAHA 5UG-F1696-01
WARNING
IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE
LOSS OF CONTROL.LOSS OF CONTROL CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR
DEATH.OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE: Set with tires cold.RECOMMENDED: FRONT: 70kPa, {.70kgf/cm}, 10psi
REAR: 98kPa, {.98kgf/cm}, 14psi
MINIMUM: FRONT: 63kPa, {.63kgf/cm}, 9psi
REAR: 91kPa, {.91kgf/cm}, 13psiNever set tire pressure below minimum. Tire may dislodge from rim.Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 907 kg (2000lb) maximum including weight of operator, passenger, accessories, cargo, and (if applicable) trailer tongue weight.
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YAMAHA 5UG-F1696-10
AVERTISSEMENT
UNE PRESSION DE GONFLAGE INCORRECTE OU UNE SURCHARGE
PEUT ENTRAÎNER LA PERTE DE CONTRÔLE DU VÉHICULE.
LA PERTE DE CONTRÔLE DU VÉHICULE PEUT PROVOQUER
DES BLESSURES GRAVES, VOIRE LA MORT.PRESSION DE SERVICE DES PNEUS: Régler pneus à froid.RECOMMANDÉE:
AVANT: 70kPa, {.70kgf/cm}, 10psi
ARRIÈRE:
98kPa, {.98kgf/cm}, 14psi
MINIMUM:
AVANT: 63kPa, {.63kgf/cm}, 9psi
ARRIÈRE:
91kPa, {.91kgf/cm}, 13psi
Ne jamais sous-gonfler les pneus. Cela pourrait provoquer leur déjantement.
Poids nominal brut du véhicule: 907 kg (2000lb) maximum (poids du pilote, du passager, des accessoires, de la charge et de la flèche d’attelage (si applicable) compris).
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AYAMAHA 5UG-F4897-00
WARNING
Severe INJURY or DEATH can result
if you ignore the following:
Maximum Load in Cargo Bed:181kg (400lb). Never carry passengers in cargo bed. Cargo can affect handling and stability.
Read Owner’s Manual before loading or
towing.
When loading with cargo or towing a
trailer: Reduce speed and allow more
room to stop. Avoid hills and rough
terrain.
Be sure cargo is secured - a loose load
could change handling unexpectedly.
Keep weight in the cargo bed centered,
and as low and far forward as possible.
Top-heavy loads increase the risk of
overturn.
BYAMAHA 5UG-F4897-10
AVERTISSEMENT
Le non-respect des instructions suivantes peut
entraîner des BLESSURES GRAVES, voire la MORT Charge maximale de la caisse de chargement: 181kg (400lb). Ne jamais transporter de passager dans la caisse de chargement. Une charge peut modifier le comportement et
stabilité du véhicule. Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant de charger le véhicule ou de remorquer une charge. Lors du transport d’une charge ou d’un remorquage: réduire sa vitesse et prévoir une distance de freinage accrue. Éviter les collines et les terrains difficiles. S’assurer de bien attacher la charge: une charge mal arrimée risque de modifier subitement le comportement du véhicule. Veiller à centrer la charge dans la caisse de chargement et à la placer le plus bas et le plus en avant possible. Une charge mal équilibrée augmente le risque de capotage.
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YAMAHA 5UG-F151K-02Improperly loading a trailer
and failure to use extra care
when pulling trailer can cause
an accident or injury. Never
load more than 50kg (110 lbs)
tongue weight on the towing
bracket. Do not tow more than
550kg (1212 lbs) rolling weight
(trailer plus cargo). Operate
in low-range gears only, allow
for increased braking distance,
and use extreme caution when
operating on inclines. Read
carefully the loading information
and trailer hitch sections in the
owner’s manual.
WARNING
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YAMAHA 5UG-F151K-11Le chargement incorrect d’une
remorque et le manque de prudence
lors d’un remorquage peut être la
cause d’accidents et de blessures.
Ne jamais charger plus de 50kg
(110 lbs) sur la patte de remorquage.Ne pas remorquer une charge totale de
plus de 550kg (1212 lbs) (remorque
plus charge). Prévoir une distance
de freinage accrue et redoubler de prudence dans les pentes. Lire
attentivement les informations concernant le chargement et
le dispositif d’attelage dans
le manuel du propriétaire.
AVERTISSEMENT
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ALWAYS USE AN
APPROVED HELMET
AND PROTECTIVE GEAR
NEVER USE ON PUBLIC
ROADS OR PAVEMENT
NEVER USE WITH
DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
WARNING
This off-highway utility vehicle will handle andmaneuver differently from an ordinary passenger caror other vehicle. Vehicle capacity: 1 operator and 1 passenger. Passenger must be able to reach and hold the handgrip inside enclosure. This vehicle is recommended only for operators 16 and older with a valid motor vehicle license. Adults must supervise use by minors. Check state laws for minimum age requirements. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2000 lb (907 kg) maximum including operator, passenger, accessories, cargo and trailer tongue weight. Passenger and cargo can affect vehicle handling.
ALWAYS wear a seat belt when riding in the vehicle. keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times-watch for branches, brush, or other hazards that could enter the vehicle. drive straight up and down inclines-driving across the side of an incline increase the risk of overturn.NEVER operate through water deeper than 13” (33cm) or fast flowing water-if you must cross shallow, slow moving water, choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop-offs, large rocks, or slippery surfaces that could cause the vehicle to overturn.
make sharp, high-speed turns-the vehicle could roll over or go out of control.
Improper use can result in Severe INJURY or DEATH.
LOCATE AND READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
YAMAHA5UG-F1568-01
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Always use the size and type of tires specified
in this manual.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-
scribed in this manual.
Never exceed the stated load capacity. Cargo
should be as far forward in the bed as possible,
and distributed evenly from side to side. Be
sure cargo is secured so that it cannot move
around during operation. Reduce speed and
follow instructions in this manual for carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance
for braking.
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4-63 1. Trailer hitch bracket
1. Fixation de l’attelage de remorque
1. Soporte para gancho de remolque
EVU00370
Trailer hitch bracket
This vehicle is equipped with a 5 cm (2 in) receiver
bracket for a standard trailer hitch. Trailer towing
equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer.
(See pages 6-33–6-37 for precaution information.)
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EVU01430
Loading
Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and han-
dling of a vehicle.
You must use common sense and good judgment
when carrying cargo or towing a trailer. Keep the
following points in mind:
Never exceed the weight limits shown. An
overloaded vehicle can be unstable.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
Vehicle loading limit (total weight of
cargo, operator, passenger and
accessories, and tongue weight):
401 kg (884 lb)
For Europe: 388 kg (855 lb)
Cargo bed: 181 kg (400 lb)
Trailer hitch:
Pulling load (total weight of trailer
and cargo): 550 kgf (1,212 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on
trailer hitch point): 50 kgf (110 lbf)
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