2007 YAMAHA RHINO 660 warning

EVU00010
1-INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha
YXR66FW. It represents the result of many years
of Yamaha experience in the production of fine
sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing vehicles.
With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now
appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in
these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic un-
derstanding of the features and operation of this
vehicle. It also includes basic maintenance and in-
spection procedures. If you have any questions re-
garding the operation or maintenance of your
vehicle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
_ Please read this manual carefully before oper-
ating this vehicle. Do not attempt to operate
this vehicle until you have attained adequate
knowledge of its controls and operating fea-
tures. Regular inspections and careful mainte-
nance, along with good operating techniques,
will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capa-
bilities and reliability of this vehicle. _
EE.book Page 4 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

EVU00021
2-IMPORTANT MANUAL
INFORMATION
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CON-
TAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished
in this manual by the following notations:The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-
VOLVED!
WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions couldresult in severe injury or death
to the vehicle
operator, a bystander or a person inspecting
or repairing the vehicle.
EE.book Page 1 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

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
5
EE.book Page 1 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

1-1
EVU00060
1 -LOCATION OF THE WARNING
AND SPECIFICATION LABELSRead and understand all of the labels on your ve-
hicle. They contain important information for safe
and proper operation of your vehicle.
Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a la-
bel becomes difficult to read or comes off, a re-
placement label is available from your Yamaha
dealer.
EE.book Page 1 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

1-3
1
23
YAMAHA 5UG-K8483-00
WARNING
The enclosure cannot protect occupants
in all foreseeable accidents, including
rollover.
4
YAMAHA 5UG-K8483-10
AVERTISSEMENT
L’habitacle ne protégera pas les occupants
de tous accidents possibles, y compris le
capotage.
EE.book Page 3 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

1-5
7
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.
8
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).
EE.book Page 5 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

1-6
9
0
WARNING
YAMAHA 5UG-K7764-00
Keep hands, body, other
persons away when closing bed.
Do not operate the vehicle
with bed up.
AVERTISSEMENT
YAMAHA 5UG-K7764-10
Éloigner les mains, le corps et
toute autre personne lors de la
fermeture de la benne.
Ne pas rouler avec la caisse de
chargement relevée.
EE.book Page 6 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM

1-7
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.
EE.book Page 7 Friday, August 4, 2006 12:02 PM