2013 YAMAHA RHINO 700 wheel

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TIP●
Due to the synchronizing mechanism in
the differential gear case, the four-wheel-
drive indicator may not come on until the
Rhino starts moving.
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When the On-Command differential gear
lock switch is set to “LOCK” or “4WD”, the
indicator “ ” and the indicator light
“DIFF. LOCK” will flash until the differen-
tial gear is completely locked or un-
locked. If the indicator and the indicator
light continue to flash, the differential is
not completely locked or unlocked. In this
case, start moving to allow time for the
differential to lock or unlock.
5B410002Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
If the coolant temperature reaches a specific
level, this light comes on to warn that the cool-
ant temperature is too hot. If the light comes
on during operation, stop the engine as soon
as it is safe to do so and allow the engine to
cool down for about 10 minutes.
(See page 8-62.)
The electrical circuit of the warning light can
be checked by turning the key to “ON”. If the
warning light does not come on initially when
the key is turned to “ON”, or if the warning light
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
DIFF.
LOCK
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NOTICEDo not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for an extended period of time.
The battery may discharge to the point
that the starter motor will not operate
properly. If this should happen, remove
the battery and recharge it.
EVU01183On-Command four-wheel-drive and differ-
ential gear lock switches1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
2. On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”This vehicle is equipped with an On-Com-
mand four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
and a differential gear lock switch “4WD”/
“LOCK”. Select the appropriate drive accord-
ing to terrain and conditions.●
“2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied
to the rear wheels only.
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“4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is sup-
plied to the rear and front wheels.
●
“LOCK” (four-wheel drive with the differen-
tial gear locked): Power is supplied to the
rear and front wheels with the differential
gear locked. Unlike the “4WD” mode, all
wheels turn at the same speed regardless
of traction.
EVU01280Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.1. Horn switch “ ”
1
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The rear wheels need to be removed to adjust
the rear shock absorber assemblies. (See
pages 8-44–8-46 for wheel removal and in-
stallation procedures.)
Adjust the spring preload as follows:
To increase the spring preload, turn the spring
preload adjusting ring in direction a.
To decrease the spring preload, turn the
spring preload adjusting ring in direction b.
Align the appropriate notch in the adjusting
ring with the position indicator on the shock
absorber.1. Spring preload adjusting ring 2. Position indicator
TIPA special wrench can be obtained at a
Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment.1. Special wrench
Standard position: B A- Minimum (soft)
E- Maximum (hard)
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Final gear oil/
Differential gear oil
Check for leakage. 5-7, 8-15–8-21
Accelerator pedal Check for proper accelerator pedal operation. 5-7
Seat belts Check for proper operation and belt wear. 5-7–5-8
Steering Check for proper operation. 5-8
Fittings and fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Instruments, lights and
switches Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-8, 8-55–8-60
Wheels and tires Check tire pressure and for wear and damage. 5-9–5-10, 8-44–8-46
Axle boots Check for damage. 8-23–8-24
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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A crash can damage the restraint systems in
your vehicle. A damaged restraint system
may not properly protect the person using it,
resulting in serious injury or death in a crash.
To help make sure your restraint systems are
working properly after a crash, have them in-
spected and any necessary replacements
made as soon as possible.EVU01230Steering
Park on level ground. Turn the steering wheel
right and left. Check for excessive free play,
abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. Have a
Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper
operation.EVU00470Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings
and fasteners before a ride. Take the vehicle
to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service
Manual for correct tightening torque.Instruments, lights and switches
Check that all instruments, lights and switches
are working properly. Correct if necessary.
Control cables
When riding in cold weather, always make
sure all control cables work smoothly before
you begin riding.
WARNING! Control cables
can freeze in cold weather and you could
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5B410009On-Command four-wheel-drive switch and
differential gear lock switch
You may notice that the vehicle handles dif-
ferently in “2WD”, “4WD”, and “LOCK”. For
example, you should expect that the vehicle
will require more effort to turn in “LOCK”. Al-
ways stop the vehicle before changing be-
tween “2WD” and “4WD” or “4WD” and
“LOCK”.“2WD”/“4WD”
To change from “2WD” to “4WD”, stop the ve-
hicle, and then set the switch to “4WD”. When
the vehicle is in four-wheel drive, the four-
wheel-drive indicator “ ” will come on in the
multi-function display. To change from “4WD”
to “2WD”, stop the vehicle, and then set the
switch to “2WD”.
1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
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On-Command differential gear lock switch
“4WD”/“LOCK”1. On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
2. Differential gear lock lever
To lock the differential gear in four-wheel
drive, stop the vehicle, make sure the On-
Command four-wheel-drive switch is set to
“4WD”, move the differential gear lock lever to
positiona, and then set the switch to
“LOCK”. When the differential gear is locked,
the differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF.
LOCK” will come on along with the differential
gear lock indicator “ ” in the multi-function
display. To unlock the differential gear, stop
the vehicle and set the switch to “4WD”.●
When the switch is set to “LOCK” or “4WD”,
the differential gear lock indicator and indi-
cator light will flash until the differential gear
is completely locked or unlocked.
●
When the indicator and indicator light are
flashing, turning the steering wheel back
and forth will help the differential gear lock
to engage or disengage.
DIFF.
LOCK
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