2010 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 550 coolant level

8-36
822. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. If the cool-
ant level has dropped after the engine has
cooled, add sufficient coolant until it reaches
the top of the radiator, and then install the ra-
diator cap.
23. Start the engine, and then check for coolant
leakage.
TIPIf any leakage is found, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cooling system.24. Install the V-belt cooling duct, and then tighten
the clamp screw.
25. Install the panels.EBU27805Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Clean or, if necessary, replace
the air filter element more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.TIPThere are two check hoses at the bottom of the air
filter case, which are located behind panels D and
E. (See page 8-8 for an explanation on removingthe panels.) Check the hoses periodically and, if
dust or water collects in them, empty them and
clean the air filter element and air filter case.
1. Air filter case check hose
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8Engine overheating
WARNING
EWB02290Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before removing the radiator cap. You could be burned by
hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure. Always put a thick rag over the cap when opening.
Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the rec-
ommended coolant as soon as possible.Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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10-2
10
Type:
SAE 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-
50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.00 L (2.11 US qt, 1.76 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.10 L (2.22 US qt, 1.85 Imp.qt)Final gear oil:Type:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
Differential gear oil:Type:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
0.22 L (0.23 US qt, 0.19 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum level mark):
0.24 L (0.25 US qt, 0.21 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.99 L (2.10 US qt, 1.75 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
YFM550FAPZ Unleaded gasoline only
YFM550FAZ Unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGPHZ Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGPZ Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGZ Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
20.0 L (5.28 US gal, 4.40 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
4.5 L (1.19 US gal, 0.99 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Type/quantity:
40EIS/1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR6A-9
0 10 30 50 70 90 110 130 ˚F -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 ˚CSAE 5W-30
SAE 10W-30
SAE 10W-40
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-23
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-36
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-49BBattery .......................................................................... 8-53
Brake fluid, changing .................................................... 8-46
Brake fluid level, checking ............................................ 8-45
Brake hose protectors, checking the rear .................... 8-44
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-14
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-50
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-43
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-14
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-51
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ................................... 8-47
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-43
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-50
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-21
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-21
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................. 5-3, 8-30
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDifferential gear oil ................................................ 5-3, 8-28Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-15
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
Drive select lever safety system cable, adjusting ......... 8-43
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................................... 8-22
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-7
Engine trouble warning light ........................................... 4-3
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................ 4-3FFinal gear oil .......................................................... 5-3, 8-26
Four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock indicator ............ 4-4
Front and rear brake lever free play, checking ............. 8-46
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-16, 5-3
Fuel tank cap ................................................................ 4-15
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-56HHandlebar switches ........................................................ 4-7
Headlight beam, adjusting ............................................ 8-59
Headlight bulb, replacing .............................................. 8-58
High-range indicator light ............................................... 4-4
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-8IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7
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