2016 YAMAHA YXZ1000R maintenance

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EBU35170Brake and clutch fluid replacementComplete fluid replacement should be done
only by trained Yamaha service personnel.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the following
components during periodic maintenance or
when they are damaged or leaking.
 Replace the oil seals every two years.
 Replace the brake and clutch hoses every
four years.EBU35181Checking the clutch pedalThe clutch pedal should operate smoothly
and spring back to position when released.
When depressed, it should offer resistance
before reaching the floorboard. If the pedal
offers little resistance when depressed, or if
the transmission grinds gears when shifting,
have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
TIPDon’t forget to have your Yamaha dealer
check the clutch and transmission as a whole
at the intervals specified in the general main-
tenance and lubrication chart. EBU32530Checking the brake pedalHave a Yamaha dealer check the brakes at
the intervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. There should be1. Clutch pedal
2. No clutch pedal free play
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2
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EBU35200Pedal lubricationThe pivoting parts of the brake, clutch, and
accelerator pedals should be lubricated peri-
odically to prevent rust and ensure smooth
operation.
EBU32582Checking the stabilizer bushesThe stabilizer bushes must be checked for
cracks or damage at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer
bushes if necessary.
Front
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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INDEX
AAccelerator pedal ......................................................... 4-16
Accelerator pedal, checking ........................................ 8-48
Accelerator pedal, Pre-operation check ........................ 5-7
Air filter ......................................................................... 8-37
Air filter case hoses, cleaning ...................................... 8-41
Auxiliary DC jack .......................................................... 4-38
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-34BBasic guide for safe use ................................................. 7-1
Battery, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 8-55
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ........................ 8-45
Brake fluid, replacing ...................................................8-47
Brake light switch, adjusting ........................................ 8-50
Brake pedal .................................................................. 4-17
Brake pedal, checking ................................................. 8-47
Brakes, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 8-43
Brakes, Pre-operation check ......................................... 5-3CCable, inspecting and lubrication ................................ 8-50
Cargo bed .................................................................... 4-27
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch pedal ................................................................. 4-17
Clutch pedal, checking ................................................ 8-47
Clutch, Pre-operation check .......................................... 5-3
Control cables, Pre-operation check ............................. 5-8
Coolant, Periodic maintenance .................................... 8-33
Coolant, Pre-operation check ........................................ 5-6
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-4Cup holders ................................................................. 4-26
DDifferential gear lock indicator light ............................... 4-3
Differential gear oil, Periodic maintenance .................. 8-30
Differential gear, Pre-operation check ........................... 5-7
Doors ........................................................................... 4-20
Drive mode, selecting .................................................... 6-7
Driver seat position ...................................................... 4-22
Drive shaft universal joint, lubrication .......................... 8-53
Drivetrain icon ................................................................ 4-3EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-1
Engine oil and oil filter, Periodic maintenance ............. 8-15
Engine oil, Pre-operation check ..................................... 5-5
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-5
EPS warning light ........................................................... 4-5FFinal gear oil, Periodic maintenance ............................ 8-28
Final gear, Pre-operation check ..................................... 5-6
Fittings and fasteners, Pre-operation check .................. 5-8
Flag pole bracket ......................................................... 4-28
Front and rear brake pads, checking ........................... 8-44
Fuel, Pre-operation check .............................................. 5-4
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-19
Fuse, replacing ............................................................. 8-60GGlove compartment ..................................................... 4-23HHeadlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-63
Headlights .................................................................... 8-62
Helmet indicator light ..................................................... 4-6
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Hood ............................................................................ 8-10IIdentification number records ...................................... 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches, Pre-operation check ........................................................................... 5-8JJump-starting .............................................................. 8-59LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................. 4-15
Loading .......................................................................... 6-9MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-6
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-4
Model label .................................................................. 11-1
Multi-function meter unit ............................................... 4-6NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command drive knob ............................................ 4-15
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels .......................................................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-9
Parking brake indicator light .......................................... 4-3
Parking brake lever ...................................................... 4-18
Parking brake lever free play, adjusting ....................... 8-49
Parking brake pads, checking ..................................... 8-44
Passenger handhold, Pre-operation check ................... 5-7 Pedal, lubrication ......................................................... 8-51
RRear knuckle upper and lower pivot, lubrication ......... 8-53
Reverse gear lock lever ............................................... 4-16
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat belt indicator light .................................................. 4-6
Seat belts ..................................................................... 4-23
Seat belts, Pre-operation check .................................... 5-7
Seats ............................................................................ 4-20
Shift lever ..................................................................... 4-19
Shift lever operation and reverse driving ....................... 6-3
Shift lever, Pre-operation check .................................... 5-8
Shift timing indicator light .............................................. 4-3
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front ......... 4-28
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the rear .......... 4-33
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-42
Spark plugs, checking ................................................. 8-35
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Stabilizer bushes, checking ..........
............................... 8-51
Starting the engine ........................................................ 6-2
Steering, Pre-operation check ....................................... 5-7
Steering shaft, lubrication ............................................ 8-53
Steering wheel position ............................................... 4-22
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-24TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-63
Tire, replacing .............................................................. 8-54
Tires, Pre-operation check ............................................ 5-8
Transmission oil ........................................................... 8-25
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