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tion chart.
TIP
A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this
adjustment.
1. Start the engine and warm it up.
TIP
The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the
throttle.
2. Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead.
3. Check the engine idling speed and, if neces-
sary, adjust it to specification by turning the
throttle stop screw at the carburetor. To in-
crease the engine idling speed, turn the throt-
tle stop screw in direction (a), and to decrease
it, turn the screw in direction (b).
TIP
If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as
described above, have a Yamaha dealer make the
adjustment.
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Adjusting the throttle cable free play
The throttle cable free play should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted at the intervals speci-
1. Throttle stop screw
Engine idling speed:
1650–1750 r/min
(a)(b) 1
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6. Tighten the hub stopper bolt, and then its lock-
nut.
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Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas.
Service the drive chain as follows.NOTICE
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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:
To prevent dam-
aging the O-rings, do not clean the drive
chain with steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.
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2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant.
NOTICE:
Do
1. Measurement A
1
1. O-ring
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