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Make sure that operation is smooth, and check cable free play.Lubricate cable and lever housing if necessary.
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-27
Wheels and tiresCheck 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 leversMake sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary. 8-27
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-7
Instruments and switchesCheck operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7
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5-2
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Throttle lever 5-4, 8-21
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ROUTINE
METIT
Fuel
Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary . 4-8, 5-3Check A TV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary .5-3, 8-11
Final transmission oil
5-3, 8-14
Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.
Front brake
Check operation, and correct if necessary.Lubricate cable if necessary .Check lever free play , and adjust if necessary. 5-3, 8-22, 8-23
Engine oil
Check fuel level in fuel tank, and add recommended fuel if neces-
sary.Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add recommended brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed
hydraulic system.
Rear brake 5-3, 8-25, 8-26
Check oil level in engine, and add recommended oil to specified
level if necessary.
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N O T I C E
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 insalt 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.
1. Air lter case check hose
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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.
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.
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WARNING
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 unlessotherwise specified. Have a Yamaha dealer
perform the service if you are not familiar with
maintenance work.
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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.
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers The operation of the front and rear brake levers
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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WARNING
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability,
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and
that the free play is correct.Make sure the brakes do not drag.Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All air
must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These proceduresshould be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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 anaccident or injury.