2013 YAMAHA YFM700R lock

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25902Cleaning Frequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.1. Before cleaning the ATV: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe toprevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply de-
greaser to the chain, sprockets or wheel ax-
les.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the job.
WARNING! Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability, increasing the chance of
an accident. Test the brakes after washing.
Apply the brakes several times at slow
speeds to let friction dry out the linings.
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NOTICE: Excessive water pressure may cause water seepage and deteriora-
tion of wheel bearings, brakes, transmis-
sion seals and electrical devices. Many
expensive repair bills have resulted from
improper high-pressure detergent applica-
tions such as those available in coin-oper-
ated car washers.
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4. Once most of the dirt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush or bot-
tle brush is handy for hard-to-reach places.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Dry the chain and lubricate it to prevent it from rusting.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
8. Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
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EBU27261Storage Short-term
Always store your ATV in a cool, dry place and, if
necessary, protect it against dust with a porous
cover. NOTICE: Storing the ATV in a poorly ven-
tilated room or covering it with a tarp while it is
still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep
in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of the presence
of ammonia) and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
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Long-term
Before storing your ATV for several months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Cleaning” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel from deteriorat-
ing. 3. Perform the following steps to protect the cyl-
inder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall with
oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug, and then install the spark plug and
the spark plug cap.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then block up the ATV so that
all of its wheels are off the ground. Alternative-
ly, turn the wheels a little every month in order
to prevent the tires from becoming degraded
in one spot.
Specified amount:
7.5 ml of stabilizer to each liter of fuel (or 1
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Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ..................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-6
Parking brake free play, adjusting ................................ 8-35
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-8
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RReverse indicator light .................................................... 4-2
Reverse knob ................................................................. 4-9
Reverse knob and driving in reverse .............................. 6-4
Reverse lock release cable, adjusting .......................... 8-29
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-12
Self-diagnosis device ..................................................... 4-3
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-9
Shift pedal, checking .................................................... 8-42
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front (YFM7RD/YFM700RD) .............................................. 4-13
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) .................................... 4-15 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM7RD/YFM700RD) .............................................. 4-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear (YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) .................................... 4-21
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-25
Spark plug, checking .................................................... 8-10
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch ..................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................. 8-45
Storage ........................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ......................................................... 8-44
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting
points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 8-43
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-43
TTail/brake light .............................................................. 8-52
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-28
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-54
Troubleshooting charts ................................................. 8-55VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-29
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-42
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-53
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-52
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