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2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out ofthe muffler, and then remove the gasket.
3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a
wire brush to remove any carbon depos-
its from the spark arrester portion of the
tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing. 4. Install the gasket, and then insert the tail-
pipe into the muffler and align the bolt
holes.
5. Install the bolts and tighten them to the
specified torque.1. Tailpipe bolt
1
1
1. Gasket
2. Spark arrester
3. TailpipeTightening torque:Tailpipe bolt:10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
3
2
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no free play in the brake pedal. The brakes
should operate smoothly and there should be
no brake drag. If the brakes feel soft or
spongy, this could indicate air in the brake
system. Have a Yamaha dealer check the
brake system if necessary.EBU33710Parking brakePull the parking brake lever rearward com-
pletely. If the parking brake lever clicks eight
times or more, have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the parking brake because the braking forceof the parking brake is weak. In addition, have
a Yamaha dealer check and adjust the park-
ing brake at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
EBU32550Brake light switch adjustmentThe brake light switch, which is activated by
the brake pedal, is properly adjusted when
the brake light comes on just before braking
takes effect. If necessary, adjust the brake
light switch as follows.
Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake
light switch in place. To make the brake light
come on earlier, turn
the adjusting nut in di-
rection (a). To make the brake light come on
later, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
1. Brake pedal
2. No brake pedal free play
1
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EBU32560Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
EWB03380Damaged cables could restrict operation,
which may cause an accident or injury. In-
spect control cables frequently and re-
place damaged cables. Corrosion can
result when the outer covering of control
cables becomes damaged. Cables can
also become frayed or kinked.
Lubricate the cable ends. If the cables do not
operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to re-
place them.EBU32570Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lu-
bricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
1. Brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
(a)
(b)
1
2
Recommended lubricant:Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “ ” (off) and turn off the
electrical circuit in question.
1. Fuse box
2. Main fuse
3. EPS fuse (for EPS model)
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1 3
2
4
5
1. Backup fuse “BACK UP” (for clock)
2. Ignition fuse “IGNITION”
3. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse “DIFF”
4. Auxiliary DC jack fuse “TERMINAL”
5. Signaling system fuse “SIGNAL”
6. Headlight fuse “HEAD”
7. Spare fuse
8. Radiator fan motor fuse “FAN”
1
2
3
4
5
6
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NOTICEECB00641To prevent accidental short-circuiting,
turn off the main switch when checking or
replacing a fuse. 2. Remove the hood. (See page 8-10 forhood removal and installation proce-
dures.)
3. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the specified amperage. Never use any
material in place of the proper fuse.
Using an improper fuse can cause
damage to the electrical system and
may lead to a fire.
[EWB03440]
Specified fuses: Main fuse:40.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 25.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YXE70WPHG, YXE70WPXG)
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4. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and turn on theelectrical circuit in question to check if
the device operates. If the fuse blows
again immediately, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
5. Install the hood.EBU32670Replacing a headlight bulbIf a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as fol-
lows. 1. Remove the cover at the rear of the head- light by pulling it off. 2. Remove the headlight bulb cover by pull-
ing it off.
3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.1. Cover at the rear of the headlight
1
1. Headlight bulb cover
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4. Unhook the headlight bulb holder.5. Wait for the headlight bulb to cool before
touching or removing it. Remove the
burnt-out bulb by pulling it out.
6. Place a new headlight bulb into position, and then secure it with the bulb holder.
NOTICE: Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of the
glass, the luminosity of the bulb, and
the bulb life will be adversely affected.
Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb using a
cloth moistened with alcohol or thin-
ner.
[ECB00652]
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb holder
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7. Connect the headlight coupler.
8. Install the bulb cover and the cover at therear of the headlight. NOTICE: Make
sure the headlight bulb cover is se-
curely fitted over the bulb holder and
seated properly.
[ECB02210]
9. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
EBU32680Headlight beam adjustmentNOTICEECB00691It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer
make this adjustment. To raise the beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (a).
To lower the beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (b).
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
1
(a)
(b)
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