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Differential gear oil ............................. 8-30
Coolant ............................................... 8-33
Axle boots .......................................... 8-34
Checking the spark plugs .................. 8-35
Air filter maintenance.......................... 8-37
Cleaning the air filter case check hoses ................................................ 8-41
Cleaning the spark arrester ................ 8-42
Valve clearance .................................. 8-43
Brakes ................................................ 8-43
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.................................................. 8-44
Checking the parking brake pads ...... 8-44
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels................................................. 8-45
Brake and clutch fluid replacement ... 8-47
Checking the clutch pedal ................. 8-47
Checking the brake pedal .................. 8-47
Checking the accelerator pedal ......... 8-48
Parking brake lever free play adjustment........................................ 8-49
Brake light switch adjustment ............ 8-50
Cable inspection and lubrication........ 8-50 Pedal lubrication .................................8-51
Checking the stabilizer bushes...........8-51
Upper and lower arm pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................8-52
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................8-53
Drive shaft universal joint lubrication .........................................8-53
Steering shaft lubrication....................8-53
Wheel removal ....................................8-54
Tire replacement .................................8-54
Wheel installation................................8-55
Battery ................................................8-55
Jump-starting .....................................8-59
Fuse replacement ...............................8-60
Headlights...........................................8-62
Headlight beam adjustment ...............8-63
Tail/brake light ....................................8-63
Troubleshooting ..................................8-63
Troubleshooting charts .......................8-65
CLEANING AND STORAGE ....................9-1 Cleaning................................................9-1
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EBU31190Right view
12,3 78
4
5,6
9
1. Rear shock absorber
2. Engine oil tank
3. Air filter
4. Passenger seat belt
5. Battery
6. Fuses
7. Coolant reservoir
8. Headlight
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The tripmeters will reset and continue
counting after 9999.9 is reached. Pushing the “SELECT” button switches the
display between the odometer mode “ODO”
and the tripmeter modes “TRIP A” and “TRIP
B” in the following order:
ODO → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO
To reset a tripmeter, select it by pushing the
“SELECT” button, and then push the “RE-
SET” button for three seconds. The tripme-
ters can be used to estimate the distance that
can be traveled with a full tank of fuel. This in-
formation enables you to plan future fuel
stops. Clock, hour meter and voltage display
modes
The clock displays time in 12-hour format.
The hour meter shows the total time the en-
gine has been running.
The voltage display shows the battery volt-
age.
1. Clock/Hour meter/Voltage display
2. “SELECT” button
3. “RESET” button
4. “MODE” button
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Pushing the “MODE” button switches the dis-
play between the clock mode “CLOCK”, the
hour meter mode “HOUR”, and the voltage
display mode “VOLTAGE” in the following or-
der:
CLOCK → HOUR → VOLTAGE → CLOCK
To set the clock1. Set the display to the clock mode.
2. Push the “SELECT” button and “RESET” button together for three seconds.
3. When the hour digits start flashing, push the “RESET” button to set the hours.
4. Push the “SELECT” button, and the mi-
nute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the “RESET” button to set the minu- tes.
6. Push the “SELECT” button, and then re- lease it to start the clock. Voltage display mode
This display shows “ ” and the battery volt-
age.
If the battery voltage is less than 10 volts,
“LO” is displayed, and if the voltage is above
16 volts, “HI” is displayed.NOTICEECB02050If the voltage display indicates “LO” or
“HI”, there may be trouble with the battery
charging circuit or the battery may be
faulty. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer
check or repair the vehicle.
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EBU35470Light switch “ / / ”Set the switch to “ ” to turn on the low
beam and the taillight.
Set the switch to “ ” to turn on the high
beam and the taillight.
Set the switch to “ ” to turn off the head-
lights and taillight.NOTICEECB02060Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for an extended period of time.
The battery may discharge to the pointthat the starter motor will not operate
properly. If this should happen, remove the
battery and recharge it.
EBU31400On-Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK”This vehicle is equipped with an On-Com-
mand drive knob to select the drive mode.
The knob has three positions: “2WD”, “4WD”,
and “DIFF LOCK”. Select the appropriate
drive according to terrain and conditions.
1. Light switch “ / / ”
L
H
1
L
HLH
1. On-Command drive knob “2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK”
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10–20 hours:
Avoid prolonged operation above 6300 r/min.
After break-in:
The vehicle may now be operated normally.EBU35341Starting the engine1. Turn the key to “ ” (on).NOTICEECB02290The coolant temperature warning light and
engine trouble warning light should come
on, then go off.
The EPS warning light should come on,
then go off when the engine is started.
If a warning light does not go off, see page
4-2 for the corresponding warning light
circuit check. 2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral.
When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the transmission gear display
shows “N” and the neutral indicator
light should come on.
The engine can be started in any gear if
the clutch pedal is applied. However, it
is recommended to shift into neutral
before starting the engine.
4. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, start the engine by turning the key to “ ”
(start).
If the engine fails to start, release the key, and
then try starting it again. Wait a few seconds
before the next attempt. Each attempt should
be as short as possible, to preserve battery
energy. NOTICE: Do not crank the engine
more than 5 seconds on each attempt, or
starter damage could occur. Wait at least
5 seconds between each operation of the
electric starter to let it cool.
[ECB02140]
Do not turn the key to the “ ” (start) position
with the engine running; otherwise, damage
to the electric starter may result.
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pairs (front or rear) with tires of the same size
and type as the originals. Never replace just
one tire.
WARNING
EWB03390Installing improper tires on your Yamaha
YXZ1000R can affect handling and stabili-
ty. This can cause a loss of control. The tires listed below have been approved by
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of
America for this model.
EBU33090Wheel installation1. Install the wheel and the nuts.
2. Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is on the ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross pattern to the specified torque.
WARNING
EWB03400Do not reverse the rims on your Yamaha
YXZ1000R to widen the track width. In-
stalling wheels improperly increases the
risk of wheel failure and accidents. EBU35230BatteryThe battery is located under panel A. (See
page 8-10.)
Front tire:Size:27 x 9.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU09
Rear tire: Size:27 x 11.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU10
Tightening torques: Front wheel nut:75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
Rear wheel nut: 75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
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This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve
Regulated Lead Acid) battery. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to add dis-
tilled water. However, the battery lead con-
nections need to be checked and, if
necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWB03410Avoid battery contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Shield eyes when working near
batteries. Keep out of reach of children.
You could be poisoned or severely burned
by the sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte. In
case of accidental contact with battery
electrolyte:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get prompt
medical attention.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
WARNING
EWB03420Batteries may produce explosive gases.
Ventilate when charging or using in a
closed space. Keep batteries away from
sparks, flames, cigarettes, or other sourc-
es of ignition. To remove the battery
1. Turn the key to “ ” (off).
2. Remove panel A. (See page 8-10.)
3. Remove the battery holding plate by re- moving the bolts.
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