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NOTICEECB00932To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead
Acid) battery, a special (constant-voltage)
battery charger is required. Using a con-
ventional battery charger will damage the
battery. To store the battery
If the vehicle will not be used for more than
one month, remove the battery, fully charge
it, and then place it in a cool, dry place.
If the battery will be stored for more than
two months, check it at least once a month
and fully charge it if necessary.NOTICEECB00941Always keep the battery charged. Storing
a discharged battery can cause perma-
nent battery damage.
To install the batteryTIPBe sure the battery is fully charged. 1. Place the battery in its compartment.
2. Connect the positive battery lead first,
then the negative battery lead by install-
ing their bolt. NOTICE: When installing
the battery, the main switch must be
off, and the positive lead must be con-
nected before the negative lead.
[ECB01111]
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
1
2
3
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3. Install the battery holding plate by install-ing the bolts.
4. Install the panel.EBU35243Jump-startingJump-starting the vehicle should be avoided.
The battery should be removed and charged
instead.
WARNING
EWB03430To avoid battery explosion and/or serious
damage to the electrical system:
Do not connect the negative lead of the
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery.
Do not touch the positive lead of the
jumper cable to the negative lead.
Do not reverse the polarity of the jumper
cables when connecting to the batteries. However, if the vehicle must be jump-started,
proceed as follows.
1. Turn the key to “ ” (off). 2. Remove panel A. (See page 8-10.)
3. Remove the passenger seat cushion.
(See page 4-22.)
4. Using a charged 12-volt battery, connect the positive lead of the jumper cable to
the positive terminal of the battery in the
YXZ1000R and the other end of the pos-
itive lead to the positive terminal of the
charged battery.
5. Connect the negative lead of the jumper cable to the negative terminal of the
charged battery and the other end of the
1. Jumper cable positive lead
1
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negative lead to an unpainted metal sur-
face of the passenger seat frame near the
center console in the YXZ1000R.
6. Start the engine. (Refer to “Starting the engine” on page 6-2.)
7. After the engine starts, disconnect the
negative lead of the jumper cable from
the seat frame and charged battery, and
then disconnect the positive lead of the
jumper cable from the charged battery
and the battery in the YXZ1000R.
8. Install the seat cushion and the panel.
EBU35252Fuse replacementThe main fuse, the fuel injection system fuse,
the EPS fuse, and the fuse box are located
under panel A. (See page 8-10.)
1. Jumper cable negative lead
1
1. Main fuse
2. EPS fuse
3. Fuse box
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1 2
3
4
5
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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.
NOTICEECB00641To prevent accidental short-circuiting,
turn off the main switch when checking or
replacing a fuse. 2. Remove panel A. (See page 8-10.)
3. Remove the blown fuse, and then install anew 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]
1. Headlight fuse “HEAD”
2. Signaling system fuse “SIGNAL”
3. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse “DIFF”
4. Backup fuse “BACK UP” (for clock)
5. Ignition fuse “IGNITION”
6. Radiator fan motor fuse “FAN”
7. Spare fuse
8. Accessory fuse “ACC”
9. Auxiliary DC jack fuse “TERMINAL”
1234
5
6
7
8
9
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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 panel.EBU35261HeadlightsThis model is equipped with LED headlights.
There are no user replaceable bulbs. If one or
more headlights do not come on, check for a
loose connection, check the headlight fuse,
and then have a Yamaha dealer check the ve-
hicle.TIP When the headlights are set to low beam,
only the top half of each lamp will illuminate.
When the headlights are set to high beam,
both halves of each lamp will illuminate.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:50.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 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: 30.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A
Accessory fuse: 10.0 A
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EBU32681Headlight 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).
EBU35271Tail/brake lightThis model is equipped with an LED tail/brake
light, there are no replaceable bulbs.
If the tail/brake light does not come on, check
the fuses, and then have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.EBU32700TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha vehicles receive an inspec-
tion before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
(a)
(b)
1
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
(b)
(a)
1
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the fuel, compression, or ignition systems can
cause poor starting and loss of power. The
troubleshooting chart describes a quick, easy
procedure for making checks. If your vehicle
requires any repair, take it to a Yamaha deal-
er.
The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealer-
ship have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your vehicle. Use only
genuine Yamaha parts on your vehicle. Imita-
tion parts may look like Yamaha parts, but
they are often inferior. Consequently, they
have a shorter service life and can lead to ex-
pensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB03450When checking the fuel system, do not
smoke and make sure there are no open
flames or sparks in the area, including pilot
lights from water heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or
explode, causing severe injury or property
damage.
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EBU35910Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performanceCheck the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
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