2010 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 125 check oil

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8. Refill with the specified amount of the recom-
mended engine oil, and then install and tight-
en the engine oil filler cap.
TIP

Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the
engine and exhaust system have cooled down.
NOTICE

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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
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 loosen the transmission oil check screw
located at the right side of the crankcase until
oil flows out. Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
32 Nm (3.2 m·kgf, 23.1 ft·lbf)
Recommended oil:
See page 10-1.
Oil quantity:
1.25 L (1.32 US qt, 1.10 Imp.qt)

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4. If no oil flows out, remove the oil filler bolt.5. Pour the recommended type of oil in the trans-
mission oil filler hole until it flows out of the
check screw hole.
6. Install the transmission oil check screw and
transmission oil filler bolt, and then tighten
them to the specified torques.
1. Transmission oil check screw
2. Transmission oil level check hole
3. Correct oil level
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1. Transmission oil filler bolt
Tightening torque:
Transmission oil check screw:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11.6 ft·lbf)
Transmission oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16.6 ft·lbf)
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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 transmission oil filler bolt and the
transmission oil 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:
Make sure
that no foreign material enters the trans-
mission case.

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NOTICE

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Make sure that no oil gets on the tires or
wheels.
7. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several
minutes while checking the transmission for
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:
Transmission oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16.6 ft·lbf)

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oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn
off the engine and check for the cause.
8. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil lev-
el and correct it if necessary.
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Cleaning the engine and V-belt case air
filter elements
Both air filter elements should be cleaned at the
specified intervals in the periodic maintenance
chart.
Engine air filter element
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There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter
case. If dust or water collects in this hose, empty
the hose and clean the air filter element and air fil-
ter case.1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-10.)
3. Remove the breather hose, and then loosen
the clamp screw.
1. Check hose
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7. Wash the sponge material gently but thor-
oughly in solvent.
WARNING! Always use
parts cleaning solvent to clean the sponge
material. Never use low-flash-point sol-
vents or gasoline to clean the sponge ma-
terial because the engine could catch fire
or explode.
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8. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge
material and let it dry.
NOTICE:
Do not twist
the sponge material when squeezingit.
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9. Check the sponge material and replace it if
damaged.
10. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other qual-
ity foam air filter oil to the sponge material.
TIP

The sponge material should be wet but not drip-
ping.
11. Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele-
ment frame.
12. Install the washer and bolt.
NOTICE:
Be sure
to install the washer with the bent edge
facing outward as shown.
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1. Bolt
2. Washer
3. Sponge material
4. Air filter element frame
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not use engine oil or any other lubricants
for the drive chain, as they may contain
substances 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

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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
restrict the operation of controls and lead to
an accident or injury.

Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in coldweather. If the control cables are frozen or do
not work smoothly, you could be unable to
control the ATV, which could lead to an acci-
dent or collision.
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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.
Front brake lever
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease

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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.
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.
NOTICE:
When removing the
battery, the main switch must be off, and
the negative lead must be disconnected
before the positive lead.

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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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Storage
Short-term
Always store your ATV in a cool, dry place and, if
necessary, protect it against dust with a porous
cover.
NOTICE:
Storing the ATV in a poorly ven-
tilated room or covering it with a tarp while it is
still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep
in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of the presence
of ammonia) and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.

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Long-term
Before storing your ATV for several months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the “Cleaning”
section of this chapter.
2. Turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
3. Drain the carburetor float chamber by loosen-
ing the drain bolt; this will prevent fuel deposits
from building up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if
available) to prevent the fuel from deteriorat-
ing.5. Perform the following steps to protect the cyl-
inder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark
plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the
spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark
plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with
the starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall
with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark
plug, and then install the spark plug and
the spark plug cap.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting
points of all levers and pedals.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air
pressure, and then block up the ATV so that Specified amount:
7.5 ml of stabilizer to each liter of fuel (or 1 oz
of stabilizer to each gallon of fuel)