2008 YAMAHA RHINO 700 differential

4-11
1. On-Command differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
2. Low-range indicator light “L”3. High-range indicator light “H”
4. Neutral indicator light “N”5. Reverse indicator light “R”
6. Parking brake indicator light “P”
7. On-Command four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock indicator
“”/“”
8. Coolant temperature warning light “”
9. Engine trouble warning light “”
1. Témoin de blocage du différentiel “DIFF. LOCK”
2. Témoin de la gamme basse “L”3. Témoin de la gamme haute “H”
4. Témoin de point mort “N”5. Témoin de la marche arrière “R”
6. Témoin du frein de stationnement “P”
7. Indicateur de la commande du mode de traction/du système de
blocage du différentiel “”/“”
8. Témoin d’alerte de la température du liquide de refroidissement “”
9. Témoin d’alerte de panne du moteur “”
1. Testigo de bloqueo del diferencial On-Command “DIFF. LOCK”
2. Testigo de marcha corta “L”3. Testigo de marcha larga “H”
4. Testigo de punto muerto “N”5. Testigo de marcha atrás “R”
6. Testigo del freno de estacionamiento “P”
7. Indicador de tracción a las cuatro ruedas/bloqueo del diferencial
On-Command “”/“”
8. Luz de alarma de la temperatura del líquido refrigerante “”
9. Luz de alarma de avería del motor “”
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9 7
km/h
DIFF.
LOCK
DIFF.
LOCK
DIFF.
LOCK
5B410003
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on or flashes when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective.
When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system. (See page 4-23 for an
explanation of the self-diagnosis device.)
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ON”. If the warning
light does not come on, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
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4-27 1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
2. On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
1. Commutateur du mode de traction “2WD”/“4WD”
2. Commutateur de blocage du différentiel “4WD”/“LOCK”
1. Conmutador de tracción On-Command “2WD”/“4WD”
2. Conmutador de bloqueo del diferencial On-Command
“4WD”/“LOCK”
EVU01183
On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential
gear lock switches
This vehicle is equipped with an On-Command
four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD” and a differ-
ential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”. Select the
appropriate drive according to terrain and condi-
tions.

Two-wheel drive (“2WD”): Power is supplied to
the rear wheels only.


Four-wheel drive (“4WD”): Power is supplied to
the rear and front wheels.


Four-wheel drive with the differential gear
locked (“4WD-LOCK”): Power is supplied to the
rear and front wheels with the differential gear
locked. Unlike the 4WD mode, all wheels turn
at the same speed regardless of traction.
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5-1
EVU01200
1 -FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always fol-
low the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equip-
ment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected
by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
BrakesCheck operation, free play, fluid level, and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-7–5-9, 8-85–8-87,
8-91–8-95, 8-101
Parking brakeCheck for proper operation, condition, and free play. 8-89, 8-97–8-99
FuelCheck fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-11–5-17
Engine oilCheck oil level.
Fill with oil to proper level if necessary.5-19, 8-25–8-37
Coolant reservoirCheck coolant level.
Fill with coolant if necessary.5-21, 8-53–8-55
Final gear oil/
Differential gear oilCheck for leakage. 5-23, 8-39–8-51
Accelerator pedalCheck for proper accelerator pedal operation. 5-25
Seat beltsCheck for proper operation and belt wear. 5-25
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5-23
EVU00430
Final gear oil
Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-39–8-45 for
details.)
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid gear oil may be
used for all conditions.TIPTIPGL-4 is a quality and additive rating; GL-5 or GL-6
rated hypoid gear oils may also be used.
EVU00440
Differential gear oil
Make sure the differential gear oil is at the speci-
fied level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-47–
8-51 for details.)Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
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6-19 1. Differential gear lock lever
2. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
1. Levier du système de blocage du différentiel
2. Commutateur du mode de traction “2WD”/“4WD”
1. Palanca del bloqueo del diferencial
2. Conmutador de tracción On-Command “2WD”/“4WD”
5B410009
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch and dif-
ferential gear lock switch
You may notice that the vehicle handles differently
in 2WD, 4WD, and 4WD-LOCK (“DIFF. LOCK”).
For example, you should expect that the vehicle
will require more effort to turn in 4WD-LOCK
(“DIFF. LOCK”). Always stop the vehicle before
changing between 2WD and 4WD or 4WD and
4WD-LOCK (“DIFF-LOCK”).
“2WD”/“4WD”
To change from 2WD to 4WD, stop the vehicle,
and then set the switch to “4WD”. When the vehicle
is in 4WD, the four-wheel-drive indicator “” will
come on in the multi-function display. To change
from 4WD to 2WD, stop the vehicle, be sure the
differential gear lock lever is set to positiona, and
then set the switch to “2WD”.
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6-21 1. On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
2. Differential gear lock lever
1. Commutateur de blocage du différentiel “4WD”/“LOCK”
2. Levier du système de blocage du différentiel
1. Conmutador de bloqueo del diferencial On-Command
“4WD”/“LOCK”
2. Palanca del bloqueo del diferencial
On-Command differential gear lock switch
“4WD”/“LOCK”
To lock the differential gear in 4WD, stop the vehi-
cle, make sure the On-Command four-wheel-drive
switch is set to “4WD”, move the differential gear
lock lever to positionb, and then set the switch to
“LOCK”. When the differential gear is locked, the
differential gear lock indicator light (“DIFF. LOCK”)
will come on along with the differential gear lock in-
dicator “” in the multi-function display. To re-
lease the differential gear lock, stop the vehicle
and set the switch to “4WD”.

When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the differen-
tial gear lock indicator and indicator light will
flash until the differential gear is locked.


When the indicator and indicator light are flash-
ing, turning the steering wheel back and forth
will help the differential gear lock to engage.


Driving before the differential gear lock is prop-
erly engaged (e.g., when the indicator and indi-
cator light are flashing) will cause the engine
speed to be limited until engagement is com-
plete.
DIFF.
LOCK
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Become familiar with the way the vehicle feels in
low and high ranges, first in two-wheel drive
(2WD) and then in four-wheel drive (4WD) and
four-wheel drive with the differential locked (DIFF.
LOCK). Steering may take more effort in 4WD with
the differential locked (DIFF. LOCK). Also practice
driving in reverse.
Take the time to learn basic operation of the vehi-
cle before attempting more difficult maneuvers.
Getting ready to ride
Perform the Pre-Operation Checks on pages 5-1–
5-33. Follow the instructions starting on pages
6-7–6-9 to start the engine.
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8-8
EVU01650
General maintenance and lubrication chart
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
month136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1,200
(750)2,400
(1,500)2,400
(1,500)4,800
(3,000)
hours 20 75 150 150 300
Cooling systemCheck coolant leakage.
Repair if necessary.
Replace coolant every 24 months.
Air filter elementClean.
Replace if necessary.Every 20–40 hours
(More often in wet or dusty areas.)
Engine oilReplace (warm engine before draining).Engine oil filter cartridgeReplace.Final gear oil
Check oil level/oil leakage.
Replace.Differential gear oil
Front brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see page 8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Rear brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see page 8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Parking brake*Check operation and free play/brake pad wear.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Accelerator pedal*Check operation and free play.V-belt*Check operation.
Check for wear, cracks, or damage.Wheels*Check balance/damage/runout.
Repair if necessary.Wheel bearings*Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*Check operation and for leakage.
Correct if necessary.Steering system*Check operation and for looseness/Replace if damaged.
Check toe-in/Adjust if necessary.Rear upper and lower
knuckle pivots*Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
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