2010 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 550 maintenance

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8Observe these precautions:

When checking the fluid level, make sure that
the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level.
Use only the recommended quality brake fluid,
otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate,
causing leakage and poor braking performance.
Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor braking performance.
Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may
result in vapor lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid imme-
diately.
As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause.
EBU24291Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at
the intervals specified in the TIP after the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylinders and cali-
pers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the in-
tervals listed below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two years.
Brake hoses: Replace every four years.EBU27772Checking the front and rear brake lever
free play The front and rear brake lever free play must be
checked at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. The brake le-
vers should have no free play as shown. If there is
free play, have a Yamaha dealer check the brake
system. Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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8 Front brake
Rear brake
EBU29072Adjusting the brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play must be adjusted at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.TIP
Always perform this maintenance completely in
the following order whenever adjusting the rear
brake.
Before adjusting the brake pedal free play,
check the rear brake pads for wear.The brake pedal free play should measure 0.0–5.0
mm (0.00–0.20 in) as shown. If the free play is in-
correct, adjust it as follows.
1. No free play
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8 6. Install the panel.
If the correct free play cannot be obtained, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
TIPWhen adjusting the rear brake pedal free play:
Be sure not to step on the brake pedal.
Make sure the rear brake lever and brake pedal
do not move.
EBU24230Axle boots The axle boots must be checked for damage at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Check the axle boots for tears or
damage. If any damage is found, have them re-
placed by a Yamaha dealer.
1. Brake pedal cable joint
2. Slight play
1
2
1. Front axle boot (each side)
1 1
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EBU24962Checking the wheel hub bearings The front and rear wheel hub bearings must be
checked at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. If there is play
in a wheel hub or if a wheel does not turn smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub bear-
ings.EBU25021Checking the stabilizer bushes The stabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks
or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bush-
es if necessary.EBU25051Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots The rear knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
Lubricate the pivoting points using a grease gun.
EBU25102Lubricating the steering shaft The steering shaft must be lubricated at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease1. Grease nippleRecommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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KKey identification number ............................................. 11-1LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-8
Low-range indicator light ................................................ 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-4
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2
Multi-function display ..................................................... 4-5NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command differential gear lock switch .................. 4-10
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ........................... 4-9
Override switch .............................................................. 4-8
Owner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-1PPanels, removing and installing ..................................... 8-8
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-4
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRadiator grills, removing .............................................. 8-19
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-52
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat ............................................................................. 4-18
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear ............................................................................ 4-21
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-40
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-20
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-13
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 8-52
Starting the engine ......................................................... 6-1
Start switch .................................................................... 4-8
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-52
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-18TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-60
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-42
Throttle lever ......................................................... 4-13, 5-4
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-62
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-63VValve clearance ........................................................... 8-43
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-41
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-52
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-61
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-61
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