2015 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 450 brake

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Front brake lever
Rear brake lever
EBU28872Checking and lubricating the brake
pedalThe operation of the brake pedal should be
checked before each ride, and the pedal pivot
should be lubricated if necessary.EBU24964Checking the wheel hub bearingsThe front and rear wheel hub bearings must be
checked at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. If there is playRecommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU25623Replacing the tail/brake light bulbIf the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.1. Remove the tail/brake light assembly by re- moving the nuts together with the washers. 2. Remove the tail/brake light bulb holder (to-
gether with the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
1. Tail/brake light assembly
2. Nut
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3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise. 4. Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder, push it
in, and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
5. Install the bulb holder (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the tail/brake light assembly by install- ing the washers and the nuts.
EBU25652Removing a wheel1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
1. Tail/brake light assembly
2. Tail/brake light bulb holder
1. Tail/brake light bulb holder
2. Tail/brake light bulb
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EBU25861
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25882CleaningFrequent, 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
degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job. WARNING! Wet brakes may have re-
duced stopping ability, increasing the
chance of an accident. Test the brakes af-
ter washing. Apply the brakes several
times at slow speeds to let friction dry out
the linings.
[EWB02312]
NOTICE: Excessive wa-
ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical
devices. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high-pressure de-
tergent applications such as those avail-
able in coin-operated car washers.
[ECB00712]
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
bottle brush is handy for hard-to-reach plac-
es.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
7. 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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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 operationFront 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 bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: EL (Electroluminescent)
Neutral indicator light: LED
Reverse indicator light:
LED
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-24
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-30
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-46BBattery .......................................................................... 8-52
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-40
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-39
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-40
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-14
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-48
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-47
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ..................... 8-38
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-14
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-49
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-38
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-48
Carburetor, adjusting ...................................................8-35
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-22
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-22
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant ................................................................. 5-3, 8-26
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-3DDifferential gear oil ............................................... 5-3, 8-24Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-15
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-3
Drive select lever safety system cable, adjusting ........ 8-38
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating .......................... 8-50
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-35
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-16
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-7
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................. 4-3FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-21
Four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock indicator ........... 4-4
Fuel ...................................................................... 4-15, 5-3
Fuel cock ...................................................................... 4-17
Fuel gauge ..................................................................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-15
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-55HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-7
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-59
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-58
High-range indicator light .............................................. 4-2
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-7IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
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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 ................. 4-10
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ......................... 4-9
Override switch .............................................................. 4-8
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 .................................. 8-51
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-3
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-19
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 ................................................................ 4-13
Stabilizer bushes, checking .......... ............................... 8-51
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-18
Start switch .................................................................... 4-7
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-52
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-20TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .................................... 8-60
Throttle lever ......................................................... 4-12, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-37
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-63
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-64VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-37
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-35
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................................... 8-34
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-49
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-62
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-61
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