2009 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 125 Owners Manual

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nance and lubrication chart.
Lubricate the pivoting points using a grease gun.
Left sideRight side
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Lubricating the front knuckle pivots
The front knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
Lubricate the front knuckle pivots using a grease
gun. Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
1. Grease nipple
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1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose
grease)
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Lubricating the steering shaft
The steering shaft must be lubricated at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
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Battery
A poorly maintained battery will corrode and dis-
charge quickly. The electrolyte level, battery lead
connections and breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Check the electrolyte level in the battery.
1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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The electrolyte should be between the minimum
and maximum level marks.
3. If the electrolyte is at or below the minimum
level mark, add distilled water to raise it to the
maximum level mark.
NOTICE
ECB00590
Use only distilled water, as tap water contains
minerals that are harmful to the battery.
WARNING

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Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, as it contains sulfuric acid, which can
cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
1. Battery
2. Battery breather hose
3. Guide
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of ig-
nition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
4. Check and, if necessary, tighten the battery
lead connections and correct the breather
hose routing.
To store the battery
If the ATV will not be used for more than one
month, the battery will need to be removed and
stored as follows.
1. Disconnect the negative lead first and then the
positive lead.2. Remove the battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE
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Do not leave or store the battery on its side.
3. If the battery will be stored for more than two
months, check the specific gravity of the elec-
trolyte at least once a month and fully charge
the battery whenever necessary.
1. Battery
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Positive battery lead (red)
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To install the battery
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Be sure the battery is fully charged.
1. Install the battery.
2. Connect the positive lead first, and then con-
nect the negative lead.
3. Make sure that the breather hose is properly
routed, in good condition, and not obstructed.
NOTICE
ECB00610
If the breather hose is positioned in such a way
that the frame is exposed to electrolyte or gas
expelled from the battery, the frame could suf-
fer structural and external damages.
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Replacing the fuse
The fuse holder is located on the right side of the
ATV.
1. Battery
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Positive battery lead (red)
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1. Fuse
2. Spare fuse
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If the fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off all electrical
circuits.
NOTICE

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To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a
new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING

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Always use a fuse of the specified rating, and
never use a substitute object in place of the
proper fuse. An improper fuse or a substitute
object can cause damage to the electrical sys-
tem, which could lead to a fire.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical
circuits to check if the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.
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Replacing a headlight bulb
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the cover at the rear of the headlight
by pulling it off.
2. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover by
pulling it off. Specified fuse:
15.0 A
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3. Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing
it in and turning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the defective bulb by pulling it out.
WARNING

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A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and imme-
diately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb to
cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touch-
es something flammable.
5. Insert a new headlight bulb into the bulb hold-er by pushing it in.
NOTICE
ECB00650
Do not touch the glass part of the headlight
bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the
transparency of the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adversely affect-
ed. Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger-
prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner.
6. Install the bulb holder by pushing it in and turn-
ing it clockwise.
1. Headlight bulb holder cover
2. Headlight bulb holder
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7. Install the bulb holder cover and the cover at
the rear of the headlight.
NOTICE

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Make sure the headlight bulb holder cover is
securely fitted over the bulb holder and seated
properly.
8. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
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Adjusting a headlight beam
NOTICE

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It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment.
To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (b).
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Replacing the tail/brake light bulb
If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
1. Remove the bulb holder (together with the
bulb) by turning it counterclockwise.
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
1(a)
(b)