2008 YAMAHA YFM80R air condition

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Rear brake

Check operation, and correct if necessary.

Lubricate cable if necessary.

Check lever and pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.5-3, 8-20, 8-23
Throttle lever

Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever hous-
ing if necessary.

Check cable free play, and adjust if necessary.5-4, 8-19
Control cables

Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-26
Wheels and tires

Check 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 and shift pedals

Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting points
if necessary.8-28
Brake levers

Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary.8-27
Chassis fasteners

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-6
Instruments and switches

Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-6
Battery

Check electrolyte level. Fill with distilled water if necessary. 5-6, 8-29
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE

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CAUTION:

ECB00240
After riding your ATV in water, be sure to drain
the trapped water by removing the check hose
at the bottom of the air filter case. Wash the
ATV in fresh water if it has been operated in
salt water or muddy conditions.RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN
Riding over rough terrain should be done with cau-
tion. Look out for obstacles which could cause
damage to the ATV or could lead to an upset or ac-
cident. Be sure to keep your feet firmly mounted on
the footboards at all times. Avoid jumping the ATV
as loss of control and damage to the ATV may re-
sult.
WARNING

EWB01650
Before operating in a new area, check for ob-
stacles. Never attempt to ride over large obsta-
cles, such as large rocks or fallen trees. When
1. Air filter case check hose
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EBU21670
Safety is an obligation of the owner. Periodic in-
spection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your
ATV in the safest and best operating condition
possible. The most important points of inspection,
adjustment, and lubrication are explained on the
following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart should be considered as a
general guide under normal riding conditions.
However, DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER,
TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND
INDIVIDUAL USE, THE MAINTENANCE INTER-
VALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORTENED.
WARNING

EWB01840
Never service an engine while it is running.
Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of the
body, causing injury. Electrical components
can cause shocks or start fires. Turn off the en-
gine when performing maintenance unless
otherwise specified. Have a Yamaha dealer
perform the service if you are not familiar with
maintenance work.
EBU27110
Owner’s manual and tool kit
Be sure to put this owner’s manual in the plastic
bag and to always carry it as well as the owner’s
tool kit and the low-pressure tire gauge in their re-
spective compartments under the seat.
1. Owner’s manual
2. Low-pressure tire gauge
3. Owner’s tool kit
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