2014 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 550 battery

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8To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon
as possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep in
mind that the battery tends to discharge more
quickly if the ATV is equipped with optional electri-
cal accessories.
NOTICEECB00931To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid)
battery, a special (constant-voltage) battery
charger is required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the battery.To store the battery●If the ATV will not be used for more than one
month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.●If the battery will be stored for more than two
months, check it at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.NOTICEECB00940Always keep the battery charged. Storing a dis-
charged battery can cause permanent battery
damage.
To install the batteryTIPBe sure the battery is fully charged.1. Place the battery in its compartment.
2. Connect the positive battery lead first, then
connect the negative battery lead by installing
their bolt. NOTICE: When installing the bat-
tery, the main switch must be off, and the
positive lead must be connected before
the negative lead.
[ECB01110]
3. Install the battery holding plate by installing the nuts.1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
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8
EBU27694Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug. Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
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6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to
prevent moisture from entering it.
7. 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
8-55.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before storing the
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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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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-23
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-39
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-52BBattery .......................................................................... 8-55
Brake fluid, changing .................................................... 8-49
Brake fluid level, checking ............................................ 8-47
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-14
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-53
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-46
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-14
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-54
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ................................... 8-50
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-46
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-52
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-21
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-21
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................. 5-3, 8-31
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-3DDifferential gear oil ................................................ 5-3, 8-29
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-15 Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
Drive select lever safety system cable, adjusting ......... 8-46
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................................... 8-22
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-7
Engine trouble warning light ........................................... 4-3
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................ 4-3FFinal gear oil .......................................................... 5-3, 8-26
Four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock indicator ............ 4-4
Front and rear brake lever free play, checking ............. 8-49
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-16, 5-3
Fuel tank cap ................................................................ 4-15
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-59HHandlebar switches ........................................................ 4-7
Headlight beam, adjusting ............................................ 8-63
Headlight bulb, replacing .............................................. 8-61
High-range indicator light ............................................... 4-2
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-8IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
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