2011 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 350 brake light

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7Select a large, flat, unpaved area to become famil-
iar with your ATV. Make sure that this area is free
of obstacles and other riders. You should practice
control of the throttle, brakes, and turning tech-
niques in this area before trying more difficult ter-
rain.
Set the parking brake and follow the instruction on
page 6-1 to start the engine. Once it has warmed
up you are ready to begin riding your ATV. With the
engine idling, return the starter (choke) to the
closed position, shift the drive select lever into the
forward position, and then release the parking
brake. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly.
The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start
to accelerate. If the throttle is applied too abruptly,
the front wheels may lift off the ground, resulting in
a loss of directional control. Avoid higher speeds
until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation
of your ATV.
When slowing down or stopping, release the throt-
tle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. Im-
proper use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose
traction, reducing control and increasing the possi-
bility of an accident.TURNING YOUR ATV
WARNING
EWB01771Always follow proper procedures for turning
as described in this Owner’s Manual. Practice
turning at low speeds before attempting to turn
at faster speeds. Do not turn at speeds too fast
for your skills or the conditions. ATV could go
out of control, causing a collision or overturn.To achieve maximum traction on unpaved surfac-
es, the two rear wheels turn together at the same
speed. Therefore, unless the wheel on the inside
of the turn is allowed to slip or lose some traction,
the ATV will resist turning. A special turning tech-
nique must be used to allow the ATV to make turns
quickly and easily. It is essential that this skill be
learned first at low speed.
As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to
turn the handlebars in the desired direction. As you
do so, put your weight on the footboard to the out-
side of the turn (opposite your desired direction)
and lean your upper body into the turn. Use the
throttle to maintain an even speed through the turn.
This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside of
the turn slip slightly, allowing the ATV to make the
turn properly.
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EBU28391TIP
Some maintenance items need more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet, dusty, sandy or
muddy areas, or at full-throttle.
Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and calipers, and change
the brake fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.23*Drive select lever
safety system cableCheck operation and adjust or replace if neces-
sary.√√√
24*Throttle leverCheck operation.
Check throttle lever free play, and adjust if neces-
sary.
Lubricate cable and lever housing.√√√√√
25*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation and correct if necessary.√√√√√
26*Lights and switchesCheck operation and correct if necessary.
Adjust headlight beams.√√√√√ NO. ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOBINITIAL EVERY
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er comes
firstmonth136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1300
(800)2500
(1600)2500
(1600)5000
(3200)
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EBU24755Brake light switches The brake light, which is activated by the brake
pedal and brake levers, should come on just be-
fore braking takes effect.
The rear brake light switch for the brake pedal can
be adjusted as follows, but the other brake light
switches should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.
1. Remove panel A. (See page 8-9.)
2. Turn the rear brake light switch adjusting nut
while holding the brake light switch in place.
To make the brake light come on earlier, turn
the adjusting nut in direction (a). To make the
brake light come on later, turn the adjusting
nut in direction (b).3. Install the panel.
EBU24901Checking and lubricating the cables The operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-
essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nutRecommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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87. Install the bulb holder cover and the cover at
the rear of the headlight. NOTICE: Make sure
the headlight bulb holder cover is securely
fitted over the bulb holder and seated
properly.
[ECB00671]
8. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.EBU25551Adjusting a headlight beam NOTICEECB00690It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment.To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (b).
EBU25580Replacing the tail/brake light bulb If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, have a
Yamaha dealer replace it.EBU25651Removing a wheel 1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
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Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
12 x 7.5ATFront brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Wet multiple disc brake
Operation:
Left hand and right foot operationFront suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
160 mm (6.3 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
180 mm (7.1 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX14AH
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 12.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Neutral indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Reverse indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Oil temperature warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
On-command four-wheel-drive indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Differential gear lock indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W x 1
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-21
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-36BBattery .......................................................................... 8-41
Brake fluid, changing .................................................... 8-31
Brake fluid level, checking ............................................ 8-30
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-32
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-10
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-38
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-37
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ...................... 8-29
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-11
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-39
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-29
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-37
Carburetor, adjusting .................................................... 8-26
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-19
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-19
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-6
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1DDifferential gear oil ................................................ 5-3, 8-18
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-12
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-3Drive select lever safety system cable, adjusting ......... 8-29
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating ........................... 8-40
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-26
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................................... 8-12
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-4FFinal gear oil .......................................................... 5-3, 8-16
Four-wheel-drive indicator light ...................................... 4-3
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-13, 5-3
Fuel cock ...................................................................... 4-15
Fuel tank cap ................................................................ 4-13
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-44HHandlebar switches ........................................................ 4-4
Headlight beam, adjusting ............................................ 8-47
Headlight bulb, replacing .............................................. 8-45
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-5IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning light .................................... 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-6LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
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Light switch .................................................................... 4-5MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOil temperature warning light ......................................... 4-2
On-Command differential gear lock switch .................... 4-7
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ........................... 4-6
Override switch .............................................................. 4-5
Owner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ....................................... 8-9
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake ............................................................... 4-12
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the pedal and lever free play
and checking the pedal height ................................... 8-32
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-40
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-17
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear ............................................................................ 4-19
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-24Spark plug, checking ..................................................... 8-9
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-10
Speedometer ................................................................. 4-3
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 8-40
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-16
Start switch .................................................................... 4-5
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-41
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 4-18
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-47
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-9, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-27
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-49
Troubleshooting chart .................................................. 8-50VValve clearance ........................................................... 8-28
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-26
V-belt cooling duct check hose .................................... 8-25
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-39
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-48
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-47
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