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86. 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 access cover by turning it clock- wise. To change the engine oil (with or without oil fil-
ter cartridge replacement)
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the access cover by turning it coun- terclockwise.
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 and its gasket to drain the oil
from the crankcase.1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
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●Make sure that no foreign material enters the
crankcase.12. Start the engine, and then let it idle for severalminutes 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 the access cover by turning it clock- wise.EBU27306Final 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 level1. Place the ATV on a level surface. 2. Remove the final gear oil level check bolt and
its gasket, 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 its gas-
ket, and then add sufficient oil of the recom-
mended type to raise it to the correct level.
1. Final gear oil
2. Gasket
3. Final gear oil level check bolt
4. Correct oil level
1
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8To check the differential gear oil level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt and its gasket, and then check the oil level in the
differential gear case. The oil level should be
at the brim of the filler hole.
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. Check the gasket for damage, and replace it if necessary. 5. Install the oil filler bolt and its gasket, and then
tighten the bolt 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, the differential gear oil drain bolt and their gasket
to drain the oil from the differential gear case.
1. Differential gear oil filler bolt
2. Gasket
3. Differential gear oil
4. Correct oil level
1
2
3
4
Tightening torque: Differential gear oil filler bolt:23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
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●Use only the specified brake fluid; otherwise,
the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage.●Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Add-
ing a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result
in a harmful chemical reaction.●Be careful that water does not enter the
brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor lock.NOTICEECB01160Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to check the
brake pads for wear and the brake system for leak-
age. If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly,
have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before fur-
ther riding.
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.
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EBU25961
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):YFM5FGD 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min
YFM5FGPAD 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min
YFM5FGPD 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min
YFM5FGPHD 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min
YFM5FGPLED 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
YFM5FGD Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPAD Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPD Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPHD Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPLED Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008):
YFM5FGD Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPAD Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPD Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPHD Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
YFM5FGPLED Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement: 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 sump
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Engine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
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:YFM550FAPD Unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGD Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGPAD Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGPD Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGPHD Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM5FGPLED 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:ID mark:
28P7 10
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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Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front:35.0 kPa (0.350 kgf/cm², 5.0 psi)
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 6.0ATRear wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size:
12 x 7.5ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Disc brake Operation:
Left hand and right foot operation
Specified brake 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/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 230 mm (9.1 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 18.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
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