2014 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 450 tires

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●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
steer again in the direction you wish to travel.CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER
WARNING
EWB01641Operating this vehicle through deep or fast-
flowing water can lead to loss of control or an
overturn. To reduce your risk of drowning or
other injuries, use care when crossing through
water. Never operate this ATV water deeper
than the depth specified in your Owner’s Man-
ual, as tires may float, increasing the risk of an
overturn.
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4*Brake hoses Check for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary. √√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
5 *Brake fluid Replace. Every 2 years
6 *Wheels Check runout and for damage, and replace if nec-
essary. √ √√√
7 *Tires Check tread depth and for damage, and replace if
necessary.
Check air pressure and balance, and correct if necessary. √ √√√
8 *Wheel hub bearings Check for looseness or damage, and replace if
necessary. √ √√√
9 *V- b e l t Check for wear, cracks or other damage, and re-
place if necessary. √ √√√
10 *Drive shaft univer-
sal joint
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
11 *Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened. √√√√√
12 *Shock absorber as-
semblies Check operation and correct if necessary.
Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.
√√√
NO. ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOB INITIAL EVERY
Whichev- er comes first month136612
km
(mi) 320
(200) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
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ly, turn the wheels a little every month in order
to prevent the tires from becoming degraded
in one spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
9. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less than 0 °C (30
°F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more in-
formation on storing the battery, see page
8-53.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before storing the
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Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front:25.0 kPa (0.250 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Rear: 25.0 kPa (0.250 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Minimum:
Front:22.0 kPa (0.220 kgf/cm², 3.2 psi)
Rear:
22.0 kPa (0.220 kgf/cm², 3.2 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:
Wet multiple disc brake Operation:
Left hand and right foot operation
Front 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:YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Krypton bulb
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Horn switch .................................................................... 4-7IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-7
Low-range indicator light ................................................ 4-2MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-1
Multi-function display ..................................................... 4-5NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command differential gear lock switch .................... 4-9
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ........................... 4-8
Override switch .............................................................. 4-7
Owner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ................................... 8-10
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-3
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever, pedal free play and pedal height ............................................................... 8-41
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-52 Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-3
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat ............................................................................. 4-18
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear ............................................................................ 4-22
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-33
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-14
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-12
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 8-51
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-18
Start switch .................................................................... 4-7
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-52
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-19TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-60
Throttle lever ......................................................... 4-12, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-37
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-64
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-65VValve clearance ........................................................... 8-38
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-35
V-belt cooling duct check hose .................................... 8-35
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-50
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-62
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