2008 YAMAHA YFZ450 lights

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dance with the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, the condition of the spark
plug can reveal the condition of the engine.
To remove the spark plug
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-11.)
2. Remove the bolts and the quick fastener
screws shown.
3. Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
WARNING
EWB01870

Always turn off the engine before removing
the fuel tank cap.

Do not remove the fuel tank cap immediately
after the engine has been running and is still
very hot.

Do not spill gasoline on the engine, exhaust
pipe or muffler.

Never remove the fuel tank cap while smok-
ing, or in the vicinity of sparks, open flames,
or other sources of ignition such as the pilot
lights of water heaters and clothes dryers.
4. Pull the panel backward, and then remove the
panel.
5. Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clockwise.
6. Remove the bolt, lift the rear of the fuel tank,
and then tilt it back.
1. Panel
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener screw
4. Fuel tank cap
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2. Lower the ATV to the ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torques.
EBU25740
Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha ATVs receive a thorough in-spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in the fu-
el, compression, or ignition systems, for example,
can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts represent
quick and easy procedures for checking these vital
systems yourself. However, should your ATV re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose
skilled technicians have the necessary tools, expe-
rience, and know-how to service the ATV properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts. Im-
itation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB02280
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
1. Arrow mark
Tightening torques:
Front wheel nut:
45 Nm (4.5 m·kgf, 33 ft·lbf)
Rear wheel nut:
45 Nm (4.5 m·kgf, 33 ft·lbf)

INDEX
A
Accessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-24
B
Battery .......................................................................... 8-45
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ....... 8-42
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ......... 8-43
Brake fluid, changing.................................................... 8-35
Brake fluid level, checking............................................ 8-32
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-5
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-36
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-39
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-31
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-5
Brake pedal position, checking .................................... 8-36
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-41
Carburetor, adjusting.................................................... 8-29
Chassis fasteners........................................................... 5-8
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-39
Coolant ................................................................. 5-4
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8-20
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-1
D
Drive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................. 8-41
E
Engine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-30
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-14
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-2
F
Fuel ........................................................................ 4-8
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5-4
Fuel cock ........................................................................ 4-9
Fuel tank cap.................................................................. 4-7
Fuse, replacing............................................................. 8-46
H
Handlebar switches ........................................................ 4-2
Headlight beam, adjusting............................................ 8-49
Headlight bulb, replacing.............................................. 8-47
I
Identification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator light and warning light...................................... 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-8
K
Key identification number ............................................. 11-1