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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EBU19222
Pre-operation check list
Before operating this ATV, be sure to check the items listed in the following table.
WARNING
EWB00480
Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure it is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s
Manual. Failure to inspect increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
TIP
The maintenance of some items in the table has to be performed by a Yamaha dealer. Refer to the periodic
maintenance charts on page 8-3 to determine which service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Fuel
Check fuel level in fuel tank, and add recommended fuel if neces-
sary.
Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary.4-6, 5-3
Engine oil
Check oil level in engine, and add recommended oil to specified
level if necessary.
Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.5-3, 8-9
Transmission oil
Check oil level in transmission case, and add recommended oil to
specified level if necessary.
Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.5-3, 8-12
Front brake
Check operation, and correct if necessary.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary.5-3, 8-24, 8-25
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NOTICE
ECB00330
Do not use oils with a diesel specification of
“CD” or oils of a higher quality than speci-
fied. In addition, do not use oils labeled “EN-
ERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
Make sure that no foreign material enters the
crankcase.
9. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several
minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil
is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
10. Turn the engine off, wait at least ten minutes,
and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
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Transmission oil
The transmission oil level should be checked be-
fore each ride. In addition, the transmission oil
must be changed at the intervals specified in the Recommended oil:
See page 10-1.
Oil quantity:
1.25 L (1.32 US qt, 1.10 Imp.qt)
1. “CD” specification
2. “ENERGY CONSERVING II”
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periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the transmission oil level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil settles, and
then remove the screw located at the right
side of the crankcase.
4. Check the transmission oil level.
TIP
The transmission oil should be at the brim of the
hole.
5. If the transmission oil level is below the brim of
the hole, remove the oil filler bolt, add suffi-
cient oil of the recommended type to raise it to
the correct level, and then install and tighten
the screw and the oil filler bolt.
1. Screw
2. Transmission oil level check window
3. Correct oil level
1 32
1. Transmission oil filler bolt
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To change the transmission oil
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Place an oil pan under the transmission to col-
lect the used oil.
4. Remove the oil filler bolt and the drain bolt to
drain the oil from the transmission case.5. Install the drain bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
6. Refill with the specified amount of the recom-
mended transmission oil, and then install and
tighten the oil filler bolt.
NOTICE
ECB00790
Make sure that no foreign material enters the
transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on the tires or
wheels.
7. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several Tightening torque:
Screw:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11.6 ft·lbf)
Oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16.6 ft·lbf)
1. Transmission oil drain bolt
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Tightening torque:
Transmission oil drain bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16.6 ft·lbf)
Recommended transmission oil:
See page 10-1.
Oil quantity:
0.6 L (0.63 US qt, 0.53 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16.6 ft·lbf)
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NOTICE
ECB00560
The drive chain must be lubricated after wash-
ing the ATV or riding in the rain.
1. Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a
small soft brush.
NOTICE
ECB00570
To prevent damaging the O-rings, do not clean
the drive chain with steam cleaners, high-pres-
sure washers or inappropriate solvents.
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant.NOTICE
ECB00580
Do not use engine oil or any other lubricants
for the drive chain, as they may contain sub-
stances that could damage the O-rings.
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Checking and lubricating the cables
The operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-
essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.WARNING
EWB02130
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the cable
sheaths become damaged, and cables can
also become frayed or kinked, which could re-
strict the operation of controls and lead to an
1. O-ring
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Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher (AUS)(NZL)
API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA (EUR)
Engine oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
1.25 L (1.32 US qt, 1.10 Imp.qt)
Transmission oil:
Quantity:
0.6 L (0.63 US qt, 0.53 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Wet element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only (EUR)
Unleaded gasoline only (AUS)(NZL)
Fuel tank capacity:
7.0 L (1.85 US gal, 1.54 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.3 L (0.34 US gal, 0.29 Imp.gal)
Carburetor:
Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type
×
quantity:
VM18SH x 1
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7HSA
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Helical gear/spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
43/14
×
40/17 (7.226)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
32/12 (2.666)
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SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
SAE 5W-30
SAE 10W-30