2009 YAMAHA RHINO 700 grease

8-8
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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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Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
Brake fluid replacement:

Replace the brake fluid when disassembling the master cylinder or caliper.


Check the brake fluid level regularly and add fluid as required.


Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.


Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.
Drive shaft universal joint*Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Engine mount*Check for cracks or damage.
Check bolt tightness.Front and rear axle boots*Check operation.
Replace if damaged.Stabilizer bushings*Check for cracks or damage.Fittings and fasteners*Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
Correct if necessary.
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
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Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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8-107 1. Bolt (× 3) 2. Lower arm protector
1. Vis (× 3) 2. Protège-bras inférieur
1. Perno (× 3) 2. Protector de la varilla inferior
1
2
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Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication
1. Remove the lower arm protector by removing
the bolts.
2. Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots
with a grease gun.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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1. Nut (× 4)
1.Écrou (× 4)
1. Tuerca (× 4)
1
1
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Steering shaft lubrication
Lubricate the pivot points.
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Wheel removal
1. Loosen the wheel nuts.
2. Elevate the vehicle and place a suitable
stand under the frame.
3. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
4. Remove the wheel.Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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9-1
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1-CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. Cleaning
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your vehicle will
not only enhance its appearance but will improve
its general performance and extend the useful life
of many components.
1. Before cleaning the vehicle:
a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe to
prevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler
caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, ap-
ply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not ap-
ply degreaser to the wheel axles.
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3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden
hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job. WARNING! Test the brakes after
washing. Apply the brakes several times
at slow speeds to let friction dry out the
linings. Wet brakes may have reduced
stopping ability, increasing the chance of
an accident. NOTICE: Excessive water
pressure may cause water seepage and
deterioration of wheel bearings, brakes,
transmission seals and electrical devices.
Many expensive repair bills have resulted
from improper high-pressure detergent
applications, such as those available in
coin-operated car washers.
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