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7. Tap the air filter element lightly to remove
most of the dust and dirt. Blow out the remain-
ing dirt with compressed air as shown.8. Check the air filter element and replace it if
damaged.
9. Install the air filter element into the air filter
case.
10. Install the air filter case cover by installing the
screw.
11. Connect the coupler, and then install the pan-
el by installing the quick fasteners.
12. Install the front carrier by installing the bolts.
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Cleaning the spark arrester
Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be-
1. Air filter element
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1. Air filter element
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fore cleaning the spark arrester.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the
muffler.
3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a wire
brush to remove any carbon deposits from the
spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside
of the tailpipe housing.4. Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the
screw holes.
5. Install the screws and tighten them.
WARNING
EWB02340
Do not start the engine when cleaning the
spark arrester, otherwise it could cause injury
to the eyes, burns, carbon monoxide poison-
ing, possibly leading to death, and start a fire.
Always let the exhaust system cool prior to
1. Screw
1
1. Screw
2. Gasket
3. Tailpipe
4. Spark arrester
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fuse.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a
new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec-
ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02172]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical
circuits to check if the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.
EBU25481
Replacing a headlight bulb
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the cover at the rear of the headlight
by pulling it off.2. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover by
pulling it off. Specified fuse:
15.0 A
1. Cover at the rear of the headlight1
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3. Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing
it in and turning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out.
5. Insert a new headlight bulb into the bulb hold-
er by pushing it in.
NOTICE:
Do not touch
the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep
it free from oil, otherwise the transparency
of the glass, the luminosity of the bulb, and
the bulb life will be adversely affected.
Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger-
prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner.
[ECB00651]
6. Install the bulb holder by pushing it in and turn-
ing it clockwise.
7. Install the bulb holder cover and the cover at
the rear of the headlight.
NOTICE:
Make sure
the headlight bulb holder cover is securely
fitted over the bulb holder and seated
properly.
[ECB00671]
8. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight bulb holder cover
2. Headlight bulb holder
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EBU25551
Adjusting a headlight beam
NOTICE
ECB00690
It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment.
To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (b).
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Replacing the tail/brake light bulb
If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it asfollows.
1. Remove the bulb holder (together with the
bulb) by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise.
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
1(a)
(b)
1. Tail/brake light bulb holder
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3. Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder, push it
in, and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the bulb holder (together with the bulb)
by turning it clockwise.
EBU25651
Removing a wheel
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.3. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand
under the frame.
4. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
5. Remove the wheel.
EBU25692
Installing a wheel
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand
under the frame.
3. Install the wheel and the nuts.
1. Tail/brake light bulb
2. Tail/brake light bulb holder
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1. Wheel nut
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WARNING
EWB02280
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
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Wheel travel:
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
80 mm (3.1 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
12N12C-4A-2
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 12.0 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Krypton bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
×× × ×
quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 30/30 W
×
2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W
×
1
Neutral indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
1
Reverse indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
1
Fuses:
Main fuse:
15.0 A