2017 YAMAHA YFZ450R light

8-47
87. Place the headlight unit in the original posi-
tion, and then install the bolt. 8. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
EBU25562Adjusting a headlight beamNOTICEECB00691It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment. To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight
beam adjusting bolt in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting bolt
in direction (b).
1. Bulb cover
2. “TOP” mark
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1. Headlight beam adjusting bolt
1
(a)
(b)
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EBU26921Tail/brake lightThis model is equipped with an LED type of
tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check it.EBU25652Removing a wheel1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
3. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame.
4. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
5. Remove the wheel.
EBU27483Installing a wheel1. Install the wheel and the nuts.TIPWhen installing the wheel, make sure its arrow
mark points toward the rotating direction of
the wheel. 2. Lower the ATV to the ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torques.
1. Wheel nut
1. Arrow mark
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EBU25741TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha ATVs receive a thorough in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems, for exam-
ple, can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts represent
quick and easy procedures for checking these vi-
tal systems yourself. However, should your ATV
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer,
whose skilled technicians have the necessary
tools, experience, and know-how to service the
ATV properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts. Im-
itation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB02281Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
Tightening torques:Front wheel nut:45 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lb·ft)
Rear wheel nut: 45 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lb·ft)
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Operation:Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 250 mm (9.9 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 280 mm (11.0 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:Model:YTZ7S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlight(s):Bulb type:Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LEDFuse:Fuse:20.0 A
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-21BBattery ......................................................................... 8-42
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 8-38
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-30
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-29
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-6
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-31
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-33
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 8-28
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-6
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-39
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 8-31
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-28
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-37
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .................................. 8-33
Coolant .................................................................5-4, 8-20
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 4-2
Cowling and panels, removing and installing .............. 8-10DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 8-37 Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-35
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-14
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ........................................................ 4-3
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3FFuel ......................................................................... 4-9, 5-4
Fuel level warning light .................................................. 4-3
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 4-8
Fuse, replacing ............................................................ 8-44HHandlebar position, adjusting ...................................... 4-24
Handlebar switches ....................................................... 4-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-47
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-45IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator light and warning lights ................................... 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-8LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch ................................................................... 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
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Model label ................................................................... 11-1NNeutral indicator light .....................................................4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PParking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 8-31
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-7
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRiding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-10
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-8
Shift pedal, checking ...................................................8-39
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front .........4-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear ............. 4-16
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-25
Spark plug, checking ...................................................8-13
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch .................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-41
Storage ........................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ......................................................................... 8-40
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-40
TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-48
Throttle lever .......................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-27
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-49
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-50VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-27
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-39
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-48
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-48
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