8-37
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
9
10
11
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
Front brake leverRear brake lever
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Checking 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. Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
8-39
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
9
10
11
Right side
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Lubricating the front knuckle pivots
The front knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
Lubricate the front knuckle pivots using a grease
gun.
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Lubricating the steering shaft
The steering shaft must be lubricated by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Lubricate the steering shaft using a grease gun.
1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
1
1
1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
1
8-40
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
9
10
11
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Battery
A poorly maintained battery will corrode and dis-
charge quickly. The electrolyte level, battery lead
connections and breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
WARNING
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Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, as it contains sulfuric acid, which can
cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of ig-
nition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Check the electrolyte level in the battery.
1. Grease nipple
1
INDEX
A
Accessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter elements, engine and V-belt filter cleaning ..... 8-15
B
Battery .................................................................. 5-6
,
8-40
Brake lever free play, adjusting the front...................... 8-27
Brake lever free play (rear), adjusting .......................... 8-32
Brake lever, front ............................................................ 4-4
Brake lever, rear............................................................. 4-4
Brake levers, checking and lubricating......................... 8-36
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-26
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3
Brake shoes, checking the front and rear .................... 8-26
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-36
Carburetor, adjusting.................................................... 8-24
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-11
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-11
Chassis fasteners........................................................... 5-5
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
D
Drive chain ..................................................................... 5-3
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................. 8-35
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-33
Drive select lever............................................................ 4-6
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-3
E
Engine break-in .............................................................. 6-4Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-24
Engine oil ............................................................... 5-3
,
8-9
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-2
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-2
F
Front knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-39
Fuel ........................................................................ 4-6
,
5-3
Fuel cock ........................................................................ 4-8
Fuel tank cap.................................................................. 4-6
Fuse, replacing............................................................. 8-43
H
Handlebar switches ........................................................ 4-2
Headlight beam, adjusting............................................ 8-46
Headlight bulb, replacing.............................................. 8-44
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-2
I
Identification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights ................................................................ 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-6
L
Label locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-2
M
Main switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2
