2011 YAMAHA YFM700R warning light

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7CROSSING A SLOPE
WARNING
EWB01632Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills
could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to
overturn.
Always follow proper procedures as de-
scribed in the Owner’s Manual.
Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose
surfaces.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill.
Shift your weight to the uphill side of the
ATV.
Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any
hill until you have mastered the turning tech-
nique as described in the Owner’s Manual on
level ground. Be very careful when turning
on any hill.Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires
you to properly position your weight to maintain
proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the
basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting
to cross a sloping surface. Avoid slopes with slip-
pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your
balance.As you travel across a slope, lean your body in the
uphill direction. It may be necessary to correct the
steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing
the front wheels slightly uphill. When riding on
slopes, be sure not to make sharp turns either up
or down hill.
If your ATV does begin to tip over, gradually steer
in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles in
your path. As you regain proper balance, gradually
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TIPIf the cable length cannot be adjusted to specifica-
tion, consult a Yamaha dealer.4. Tighten the locknut on the brake cable.
WARNING
EWB02090Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause the brakes to malfunc-
tion, resulting in reduced braking
performance. This could increase the chance
of a collision or accident. After adjusting the
parking brake free play, block the rear of theATV off the ground and spin the rear wheels.
Check to make sure there is no brake drag. If
brake drag is noticed, perform the adjustment
again.
EBU24742Brake light switches The brake light, which is activated by the brake
pedal and brake lever, should come on just before
braking takes effect.
The brake light switch for the brake pedal can be
adjusted as follows, but the front brake light switch
should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the 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 adjust-
ing nut in direction (b).
1. Locknut
2. Parking brake free play adjusting nut
1 2
(a)(b)
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If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off all electrical
circuits.
NOTICEECB00640To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a
new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec-
ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02172]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical
circuits to check if the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.
1. Signaling system fuse
2. Headlight fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Spare fuse
1
2
3
4 5
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
20.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
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TIPWhen installing the wheel, make sure its arrow
mark points toward the rotating direction of the
wheel.3. Lower the ATV to the ground.
4. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torques.
EBU25740Troubleshooting Although Yamaha ATVs receive a thorough in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in the fu-
el, compression, or ignition systems, for example,
can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts represent
quick and easy procedures for checking these vital
systems yourself. However, should your ATV re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose
skilled technicians have the necessary tools, expe-
rience, and know-how to service the ATV properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts. Im-
itation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB02280Do 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-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
1. Arrow markTightening torques:
Front wheel nut:
45 Nm (4.5 m·kgf, 33 ft·lbf)
Rear wheel nut:
45 Nm (4.5 m·kgf, 33 ft·lbf)
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Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
9 x 8.0ATFront brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
230 mm (9.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damperWheel travel:
256 mm (10.1 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30/30 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
LED
Meter lighting:
EL
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Reverse indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
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Engine trouble warning light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-7
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-20BBattery .......................................................................... 8-43
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ....... 8-40
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-32
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-30
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-8
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-32
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-34
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-29
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-8
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-40
Brake pedal position, checking .................................... 8-32
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-28
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-39
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-35
Coolant .................................................................. 5-4, 8-16
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................. 8-38Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-36
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine idling speed ..................................................... 8-26
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-12
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-6
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3FFuel ....................................................................... 4-11, 5-4
Fuel level warning light .................................................. 4-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-11
Fuses, replacing .......................................................... 8-46HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-5
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-49
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-48IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-6MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
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