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TIPThe engine oil should be between the minimum
and maximum level marks.6. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum
level mark, add sufficient oil of the recom-
mended type to raise it to the correct level.
NOTICE: Be sure the engine oil is at the
correct level, otherwise engine damage
may result.
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7. Insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler
hole.
8. Install the panel.To change the engine oil (with or without oil fil-
ter cartridge replacement)
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove panel F. (See page 8-8.)
3. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect
the used oil.
4. Remove the dipstick, and then remove the en-
gine oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the
crankcase.
TIPSkip steps 5–9 if the oil filter cartridge is not being
replaced.5. Remove panel G. (See page 8-8.)
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil drain bolt
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Make sure that no foreign material enters the
crankcase.12. 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.
13. Turn the engine off, wait at least ten minutes,
and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
14. Install panel F.EBU27304Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked for oil leak-
age before each ride. If any leakage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer check and repair the ATV. In ad-
dition, the final gear oil level must be checked and
the oil changed as follows at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the final gear oil level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.TIPThe final gear oil level must be checked when the
engine is cold.
2. Remove the final gear oil level check bolt, and
then check the oil level in the final gear case.
The oil level should be at the brim of the check
hole.
3. If the oil is below the brim of the check hole,
remove the final gear oil filler bolt, and then
add sufficient oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.1. Final gear oil
2. Final gear oil level check bolt
3. Correct oil level
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8 3. If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole, add
sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
4. Install the oil filler bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
To change the differential gear oil
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.2. Place an oil pan under the differential gear
case to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt and
the differential gear oil drain bolt to drain the
oil from the differential gear case.
4. Install the drain bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
1. Differential gear oil
2. Differential gear oil filler bolt
3. Correct oil levelTightening torque:
Differential gear oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
1. Differential gear oil drain boltTightening torque:
Differential gear oil drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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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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EBU25960
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:
2065 mm (81.3 in)
Overall width:
1180 mm (46.5 in)
Overall height:
1240 mm (48.8 in)
Seat height:
905 mm (35.6 in)
Wheelbase:
1250 mm (49.2 in)
Ground clearance:
275 mm (10.8 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3200 mm (126 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
294.0 kg (648 lb)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):
YFM5FGPHZ 79.0 dB(A)
YFM5FGPZ 79.0 dB(A)
YFM5FGZ 79.0 dB(A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
YFM5FGPHZ Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPZ Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
YFM5FGZ Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008):
YFM5FGPHZ Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPZ Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
YFM5FGZ Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
558 cm³
Bore × stroke:
92.0 × 84.0 mm (3.62 × 3.31 in)
Compression ratio:
9.30 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
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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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Rear:
30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm², 4.4 psi)
Minimum:
Front:
32.0 kPa (0.320 kgf/cm², 4.6 psi)
Rear:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
12 x 6.0 ATRear wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
12 x 7.5 ATFront brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Left hand and right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
180 mm (7.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
230 mm (9.1 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35/35 W × 2
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