EBU17420
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 1-1
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ............................ 2-1
DESCRIPTION .............................................. 3-1
Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-1
Controls and instruments ............................ 3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .................................................. 4-1
Main switch ................................................ 4-1
Indicator lights and warning light ................ 4-2
Speedometer .............................................. 4-3
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-4
Throttle lever .............................................. 4-6
Speed limiter .............................................. 4-7
Front brake lever ........................................ 4-8
Rear brake lever ......................................... 4-8
Brake pedal ................................................ 4-9
Parking brake ............................................. 4-9
Drive select lever ...................................... 4-10
Recoil starter ............................................ 4-10Fuel tank cap ............................................4-11
Fuel ...........................................................4-11
Fuel cock ..................................................4-13
Starter (choke) ..........................................4-14
Steering lock .............................................4-15
Seat ..........................................................4-15
Storage compartment ...............................4-16
Front carrier ..............................................4-17
Rear carrier ...............................................4-17
Adjusting the front shock absorber
assemblies ..............................................4-17
Adjusting the rear shock absorber
assembly .................................................4-19
Catalytic converter ....................................4-20
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..........................5-1
Pre-operation check list ..............................5-1
Fuel .............................................................5-3
Engine oil ....................................................5-3
Final gear oil ...............................................5-3
Differential gear oil (4WD model).................5-3
Front and rear brakes .................................5-3
Throttle lever ...............................................5-4
Tires ............................................................5-4
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes .................................... 8-26
Checking the brake fluid level .................. 8-27
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 8-28
Checking the front brake lever free
play ......................................................... 8-29
Checking the rear brake lever and
brake pedal free play and the brake
pedal position ......................................... 8-29
Axle boots ................................................ 8-31
Brake light switches ................................. 8-31
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-32
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers .................................... 8-32
Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal ...................................................... 8-33
Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-34
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-34
Battery ...................................................... 8-34
Replacing a fuse ...................................... 8-36
Headlight bulb .......................................... 8-37
Headlight beam ........................................ 8-37
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............ 8-37
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ............. 8-38
Auxiliary light bulb .................................... 8-38
Removing a wheel .................................... 8-38
Installing a wheel ...................................... 8-39Troubleshooting ........................................8-40
Troubleshooting chart ...............................8-41
CLEANING AND STORAGE ..........................9-1
Cleaning ......................................................9-1
Storage .......................................................9-2
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.......................11-1
Identification numbers ...............................11-1
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EBU17680
DESCRIPTION
EBU17690Left view
EBU17700Right view
1. Fuel cock
2. Throttle stop screw
3. Air filter case
4. Fuses
5. Battery
6. Tail/brake light
7. Recoil starter
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Oil filter cartridge
10.V-belt cooling duct check hose
1. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting
ring
2. Storage compartment and tool kit
3. Spark plug
4. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting
ring
5. Rear brake light switch
6. Brake pedal
7. V-belt case drain plug
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EBU17712Controls and instrumentsNOTE:The ATV you have purchased may differ slightlyfrom the figures shown in this manual.1. Rear brake lever
2. Left handlebar switches
3. Starter (choke)
4. Parking brake lock plate
5. Drive select lever
6. Speedometer
7. Main switch
8. Fuel tank cap
9. Right handlebar switch
10.On-Command four-wheel-drive switch (4WD model)
11.Throttle lever
12.Front brake lever
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5 4
6
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4-10
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WARNING
EWB00220Always set the parking brake before starting
the engine. The ATV could start moving un-
expectedly if the parking brake is not ap-
plied. This could cause loss of control or a
collision.Always be sure you have released the park-
ing brake before you begin to ride. The brake
could overheat if you ride the ATV without re-
leasing the parking brake. You could lose
braking performance which could cause an
accident. You could also wear out the brakesprematurely.
EBU18581Drive select lever The drive select lever is used to shift your ATV into
the forward, neutral and reverse positions. See the
“Operating the drive select lever and driving in re-
verse” section on page 6-3 for the drive select lever
operation.EBU18670Recoil starter Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until en-
gagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully, being
careful not to pull the rope all the way out.
1. Parking brake lock plate
1. Drive select lever
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Hydraulic brake systemCheck operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
Check brake fluid level in reservoirs, and add recommended brake
fluid to specified level if necessary.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary.5-3, 8-26, 8-27, 8-29
Rear brakeCheck operation, and correct if necessary.
Lubricate cables if necessary.
Check lever and pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.5-3, 8-26, 8-29
Throttle leverMake sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever hous-
ing if necessary.
Check cable free play, and adjust if necessary.5-4, 8-25
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-32
Wheels and tiresCheck wheel condition, and replace if damaged.
Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure. Correct if necessary.5-4, 5-5, 5-6
Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting point if
necessary.8-33
Brake leversMake sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points if
necessary.8-32
Axle bootsCheck for cracks or damage, and replace if necessary. 8-31
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-7
Instruments, lights and
switchesCheck operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7 ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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EBU19880
OPERATION
EBU19900Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV.
WARNING
EWB00630Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-
vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury. If there is a control or func-
tion you do not understand, ask your Yamahadealer.EBU20031Starting a cold engine
WARNING
EWB00640Always 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 acci-dent or collision.
CAUTION:ECB00150See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-4prior to operating the engine for the first time.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the engine
stop switch to“”.
4. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po-
sition. The neutral indicator light should come
on. If the indicator light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.NOTE:The engine can be started under the following con-
ditions:The drive select lever is in the neutral position.The rear brake lever is applied with the drive se-
lect lever in any position. However, it is recom-
mended to shift into the neutral position beforestarting the engine.
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NOTE:The engine is warm when it responds normally tothe throttle with the starter (choke) turned off.EBU20291Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold
engine, with the exception that the starter (choke)
is not required when the engine is warm. Instead,
start the engine with the throttle slightly open.EBU20380Operating the drive select lever and
driving in reverse CAUTION:ECB00170Before shifting, stop the ATV, otherwise thetransmission may be damaged.
Shifting: Forward
1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.
2. Shift from neutral to forward and vice versa by
moving the drive select lever along the shift
guide.
NOTE:Make sure that the drive select lever is completelyshifted into position.
3. Open the throttle lever gradually.
Shifting: Reverse
1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.
2. Apply the brake pedal.1. Drive select lever
2. F (Forward)
3. N (Neutral)
4. R (Reverse)