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2. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover. 3. Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing
it in and turning it counterclockwise, and then
remove the burnt-out bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into position. NOTICE: Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from oil, oth-
erwise the transparency of the glass, the
luminosity of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thoroughly clean
off any dirt and fingerprints on the head-
light bulb using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
[ECB00652]
1. Headlight unit
2. Bolt
1. Headlight bulb holder cover
1
2
1
1. Headlight bulb holder
1
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85. Install the headlight bulb holder by pushing it
in and turning it clockwise.
6. Install the headlight bulb holder cover.
TIPWhen installing the headlight bulb holder cover,
make sure the “TOP” mark faces upwards.
7. Place the headlight unit in the original posi- tion, and then install the bolt.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb holder cover
2. “TOP” mark
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8. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
EBU25562Adjusting a headlight beamNOTICEECB00691It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment. To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight
beam adjusting bolt in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting bolt
in direction (b).
EBU26921Tail/brake lightThis model is equipped with an LED type of
tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check it.EBU25652Removing a wheel1. 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.
1. Headlight beam adjusting bolt
1
(a)
(b)
1. Wheel nut
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WARNING
EWB02281Do 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-
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Operation:Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 250 mm (9.9 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 280 mm (11.0 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:Model:YTZ7S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LEDFuse:Fuse:20.0 A
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-21BBattery .......................................................................... 8-42
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 8-39
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-31
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-29
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-6
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-31
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-33
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 8-28
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-6
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-39
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 8-32
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-28
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-38
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-34
Coolant ................................................................. 5-4, 8-20
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2
Cowling and panels, removing and installing .............. 8-10DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 8-37 Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-35
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-14
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-3
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3FFuel ........................................................................ 4-9, 5-4
Fuel level warning light ................................................... 4-3
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 4-8
Fuse, replacing ............................................................. 8-45HHandlebar position, adjusting ...................................... 4-24
Handlebar switches ....................................................... 4-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-48
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-45IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator light and warning lights ................................... 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-8LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
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Model label .................................................................. 11-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PParking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 8-32
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-7
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRiding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-10
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-8
Shift pedal, checking ................................................... 8-39
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front ......... 4-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear ............. 4-16
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-25
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-13
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch .................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-42
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ......................................................................... 8-41
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....................................... 8-40
TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-48
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-27
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-49
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-51VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-28
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-40
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-49
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-48
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