2015 YAMAHA VIKING Owners Manual

DIC183
1XP-F8199-7C
YXM700PF
YXM700PHF YXM700PSF
OWNER’S MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.
ANSI ROHVA1 - 2011General Manager
RV Engineering Division
Recreational Vehicle Business Unit
Business Development Operations
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
22 April, 2014
We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan,
declare in sole responsibility, that the product
(Make, model)
(If applicable)
and to the other relevant Directives of EEC
2004/108/EC
(Title and/or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC)
(If applicable)YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.
Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
Signature
Akihiro Tsuzuki
Date of Issue
to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health
and safety requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC
To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements
stated in the Directives of EEC, the following-standards and/or technical
specifications were consulted:
(Title and/or number and date of issue of standards and/or specifications)
Authorized Representative
EC Declaration of Conformity
conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC
Manufacturer
YAMAHA MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION OF AMERICA
1000 GA Highway 34 East, Newnan, Georgia 30265-1320, U.S.A.
YXM700E (YXM700PF) (5Y4AM88W0E0500101–)
(YXM700PHF) (5Y4AM65W0E0500341–)
YXM700ES (YXM700PSF) (5Y4AM73W0E0500181–)
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YXM700PF / YXM700PHF / YXM700PSF. It
represents the result of many years of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, tour-
ing, and pace-setting racing vehicles. With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate
the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of this
vehicle. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection procedures. If you have any questions
regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
Please read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Do not attempt to operate
this vehicle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its controls and operating fea-
tures. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating tech-
niques, will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this vehicle.1XP7C_EE.book Page 1 Monday, June 9, 2014 5:17 PM

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SE-
RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to
avoid damage to the vehicle or other property.
TIP
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT USE
●
This vehicle is designed and manufactured for use on UNPAVED surfaces only. It is un-
safe to operate this vehicle on any paved surface, paved street, paved road or motor-
way.
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Check the laws and regulations in force before choosing where to operate this vehicle.
It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where vehicles its size are prohibited.YXM700PF / YXM700PHF / YXM700PSFOWNER’S MANUAL
©2014 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, May 2014All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited. Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING
AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ....... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION.................. 2-1
DESCRIPTION ................................. 3-1
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ..................................... 4-1Main switch ...................................... 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 4-2
Multi-function meter unit .................. 4-6
Light switch .................................... 4-12
On-Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” ............. 4-13
Horn switch .................................... 4-14
Accelerator pedal .......................... 4-15
Brake pedal ................................... 4-15
Parking brake lever ....................... 4-16
Drive select lever ........................... 4-16
Fuel tank cap ................................. 4-17
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Doors..............................................4-17
Seats ..............................................4-18
Adjusting the driver seat position...4-19
Seat belts .......................................4-20
Glove compartment .......................4-21
Storage compartments ..................4-22
Cup holders....................................4-24
Cargo bed ......................................4-25
The front and rear shock absorber
assemblies ...................................4-28
Trailer hitch bracket and
receiver ........................................4-29
Auxiliary DC jack ............................4-29
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............5-1 Front and rear brakes ......................5-3
Fuel ..................................................5-4
Engine oil .........................................5-6
Coolant.............................................5-6
Final gear oil ....................................5-7
Differential gear oil ...........................5-7
Accelerator pedal .............................5-7
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Seat belts ........................................ 5-7
Passenger handhold ....................... 5-8
Steering ........................................... 5-8
Fittings and fasteners...................... 5-8
Instruments, lights and switches ..... 5-8
Control cables ................................. 5-8
Tires ................................................ 5-8
OPERATION..................................... 6-1 Engine break-in ............................... 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-2
Drive select lever operation and reverse driving............................... 6-4
On-Command drive knob................ 6-6
Parking ............................................ 6-8
Loading ........................................... 6-8
BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE....... 7-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE................. 7-1
Driver requirements ........................ 7-3
Passenger requirements................. 7-4
Occupant protection system ........... 7-4
Protective structure ......................... 7-5 Seat belts ......................................... 7-6
Doors ............................................... 7-9
Passenger handhold ....................... 7-9
Seat and shoulder bolsters............ 7-12
Floorboard ..................................... 7-12
Steering wheel ............................... 7-13
LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR
VEHICLE ..................................... 7-14
Personal protective equipment...... 7-14
Practice for new Yamaha Viking users ............................................ 7-15
Getting ready to ride ...................... 7-16
Turning........................................... 7-16
Accelerating ................................... 7-17
Braking........................................... 7-18
Engine braking............................... 7-18
Leaving the vehicle ........................ 7-19
Parking on a flat area .................... 7-19
Parking on a slope ......................... 7-19
Loading .......................................... 7-20
Operation on different surfaces and terrains.................................. 7-20
Hills ................................................ 7-21
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Uphill.............................................. 7-22
Downhill ......................................... 7-23
Rough terrain................................. 7-24
Pavement ...................................... 7-24
Water ............................................. 7-24
Loose terrain/slippery terrain......... 7-25
Brush or wooded areas ................. 7-26
Encountering obstacles ................. 7-26
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .................................. 8-1 Owner’s manual and tool kit ............ 8-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ................ 8-4
General maintenance and lubrication chart ............................. 8-5
Hood ................................................ 8-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...... 8-9
Final gear oil .................................. 8-15
Differential gear oil......................... 8-17
Coolant .......................................... 8-20
Axle boots ...................................... 8-21
Spark plug inspection .................... 8-22 Cleaning the air filter element ........8-25
Cleaning the air filter case/duct
check hose ...................................8-29
V-belt case drain plug ....................8-30
Cleaning the spark arrester ...........8-30
Valve clearance .............................8-31
Brakes ............................................8-32
Checking the front and rear brake pads .............................................8-32
Checking the parking brake pads .............................................8-33
Checking the brake fluid level........8-33
Brake fluid replacement .................8-34
Checking the brake pedal ..............8-35
Parking brake lever free play adjustment ...................................8-35
Brake light switch adjustment ........8-36
Cable inspection and lubrication....8-37
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lubrication.....................................8-37
Checking the stabilizer bushes ......8-38
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication (left and right).....8-38
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