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TIPIf a torque wrench is not available when installing
the spark plug, a good estimate of the correct
torque is 1/4–1/2 turn past finger tight. However,
the spark plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible. 3. Install the spark plug cap.EBU2326AEngine oilThe engine oil level should be checked before
each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Check the engine oil level on a cold engine.
TIPIf the engine was started before checking the oil
level, be sure to warm up the engine sufficiently,
and then wait at least ten minutes until the oil set-
tles for an accurate reading. 3. Remove the engine oil filler cap, and then wipe the engine oil dipstick off with a clean
rag.
4. Insert the dipstick into the filler hole, screw it in, and then remove it again to check the oil
level.
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:12 Nm (1.2 m·kgf, 8.7 ft·lbf)1. Engine oil filler cap
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5. Install the transmission oil drain bolt and its
new gasket, and then tighten the bolt to the
specified torque.
6. Refill with the specified amount of the recom- mended oil. WARNING! Make sure that no
foreign material enters the transmission
case.
[EWB03550]
7. Install the transmission oil filler cap and its new O-ring, and then tighten the oil filler cap.
8. Check the transmission case for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, check for the cause.EBU34110Cleaning the air filter elementThe air filter element should be serviced at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Clean or, if necessary, replace
the air filter element more frequently if you are rid-
ing in unusually wet or dusty areas.TIPThere is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter
case. If dust or water collects in this hose, empty
the hose and clean the air filter element and air fil-
ter case.
1. Transmission oil drain bolt
2. GasketTightening torque:Transmission oil drain bolt:22 Nm (2.2 m·kgf, 16 ft·lbf)
12
Recommended oil: See page 10-1.
Oil quantity: 0.35 L (0.37 US qt, 0.31 Imp.qt)
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3. Tap the spark arrester lightly, and then use a
wire brush to remove any carbon deposits.
4. Insert the spark arrester into the muffler and align the bolt hole.
5. Install the tailpipe bolt and nut, and then tight- en the nut to the specified torque.
WARNING
EWB02341Do not start the engine when cleaning the
spark arrester, otherwise it could cause injury
to the eyes, burns, carbon monoxide poison-
ing, possibly leading to death, and start a fire.
Always let the exhaust system cool prior to
touching exhaust components. EBU23941Adjusting the carburetorThe carburetor should be checked and, if neces-
sary, adjusted at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication chart. The
carburetor is an important part of the engine and
requires very sophisticated adjustment. There- fore, most carburetor adjustments should be left
to a Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary pro-
fessional knowledge and experience. The adjust-
ment described in the following section, however,
may be performed by the owner as part of routine
maintenance.
NOTICEECB00481The carburetor has been set and extensively
tested at the Yamaha factory. Changing these
settings without sufficient technical knowl-
edge may result in poor performance of or
damage to the engine. EBU24001Adjusting the engine idling speedThe engine idling speed must be checked and, if
necessary, adjusted as follows at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.TIPA diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this
adjustment. 1. Start the engine and warm it up.
Tightening torque:
Tailpipe nut:10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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TIPThe engine is warm when it quickly responds to
the throttle. 2. Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead.
3. Check the engine idling speed and, if neces-sary, adjust it to specification by turning the
throttle stop screw at the carburetor. To in-
crease the engine idling speed, turn the throt-
tle stop screw in direction (a), and to decrease
it, turn the screw in direction (b).
TIPIf the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as
described above, have a Yamaha dealer make the
adjustment. EBU33950Adjusting the throttle lever free playThe throttle lever free play should be checked and,
if necessary, adjusted at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
The throttle lever free play should measure 1.5–4.0
mm (0.06–0.16 in) as shown. Periodically check
the throttle lever free play and, if necessary, adjust
it as follows.TIPThe engine idling speed must be checked, and
adjusted if necessary, before adjusting the throttle
lever free play. 1. Slide the rubber covers apart.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the throttle lever free play, turnthe throttle lever free play adjusting nut in di-
rection (a). To decrease the throttle lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
1. Throttle stop screwEngine idling speed:1600–1800 r/min
(a)
(b)
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4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Slide the rubber covers to their original posi-
tions.
EBU24061Valve clearanceThe valve clearance changes with use, resulting in
improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To
prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
EBU29602BrakesReplacement of brake components requires pro-
fessional knowledge. Brake service should be
performed by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB02572Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability
and an accident. EBU34511Checking the front and rear brake
shoesThe front and rear brake shoes must be checked
for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. Without disas-
sembling the brake, this can be performed by
checking the position of the brake lever free play
adjusting bolts or nut.
Front brakes
To check front brake shoe wear, check the posi-
tion of the adjusting bolts. If a bolt extends more
than 12 mm (0.47 in) from its locknut, the brake
shoes need to be replaced.
1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle lever free play adjusting nut
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever free play
1
3
2
1
4
(b)
(a)
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To check rear brake shoe wear, check the position
of the adjusting nut. If the nut is more than 18 mm
(0.71 in) from the end of the bolt, the brake shoes
need to be replaced.
EBU24332Adjusting the front brake lever free
playThe front brake lever free play must be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
The brake lever free play should measure 20.0–
25.0 mm (0.79–0.98 in) as shown. If the free play is
incorrect, adjust it as follows.
1. Upper adjusting bolt
2. Lower adjusting bolt
3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
3
21
1. Rear brake lever free play adjusting nut
2. Bolt
3. No more than 18 mm (0.71 in)
12
3
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86. Tighten the upper locknut.
TIPAfter adjusting the brake lever free play, check the
front brake shoes for wear. EBU33782Adjusting the rear brake lever free playThe rear brake lever free play must be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. The brake lever free play should measure 30.0–
40.0 mm (1.18–1.57 in) as shown. If the free play is
incorrect, adjust it as follows.
Turn the adjusting nut in direction (a) to increase
the brake lever free play, and in direction (b) to de-
crease it.1. Cable joint1
aa´
a=a´
1. Rear brake lever free play
1
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4. To tighten the drive chain, turn the drive chain
slack adjusting nut in direction (a). To loosen
the drive chain, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion (b) and push the rear wheels forward.
NOTICE: Improper drive chain slack will
overload the engine as well as other vital
parts of the ATV and can lead to drive
chain slippage or breakage. To prevent
this from occurring, keep the drive chain
slack within the specified limits.
[ECB00543]
5. Tighten the locknut, and then the bolts and nuts to their specified torques. 6. Adjust the rear brake lever free play. (See
page 8-24.)
EBU24883Lubricating the drive chainThe drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas.
Service the drive chain as follows.NOTICEECB00562The drive chain must be lubricated after wash-
ing the ATV or riding in the rain or wet areas.
1. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
2. Locknut
1
2
(a)
(b)
Tightening torques:Locknut:22 Nm (2.2 m·kgf, 16 ft·lbf)
Bolt: 45 Nm (4.5 m·kgf, 33 ft·lbf)
Nut: 54 Nm (5.4 m·kgf, 39 ft·lbf)
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