2018 YAMAHA WOLVERINE check engine light

EBU31120
CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 2-1
DESCRIPTION......................................... 3-1Left view ............................................... 3-1
Right view ............................................. 3-2
Controls and instruments ..................... 3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS............................................ 4-1 Main switch .......................................... 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ....... 4-2
Multi-function meter unit ...................... 4-6
Light switch ........................................ 4-11
On–Command drive knob “2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” .................. 4-11
Horn switch ....................................... 4-12
Accelerator pedal ............................... 4-12
Brake pedal ........................................ 4-13 Parking brake lever ............................ 4-13
Drive select lever ................................ 4-14
Fuel tank cap...................................... 4-14
Doors .................................................. 4-14
Seats .................................................. 4-15
Adjusting the driver seat position....... 4-16
Seat belts ........................................... 4-17
Glove compartment ........................... 4-18
Storage compartments ...................... 4-18
Cup holders ........................................ 4-20
Cargo bed .......................................... 4-20
Front shock absorbers ....................... 4-22
Rear shock absorbers ........................ 4-27
Trailer hitch bracket and receiver....... 4-32
Auxiliary DC jack ................................ 4-33
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS.................... 5-1 Front and rear brakes ........................... 5-3
Fuel....................................................... 5-3
Engine oil.............................................. 5-5
Coolant ................................................. 5-6
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Differential gear .................................... 5-6
Accelerator pedal ................................. 5-6
Seat belts ............................................. 5-7
Passenger handhold ............................ 5-7
Steering ................................................ 5-7
Fittings and fasteners ........................... 5-7
Instruments, lights and switches .......... 5-8
Control cables ...................................... 5-8
Tires ...................................................... 5-8
OPERATION ............................................ 6-1 Engine break-in .................................... 6-1
Starting the engine ............................... 6-2
Drive select lever operation and reverse driving .................................... 6-3
On-Command drive knob..................... 6-5
Parking ................................................. 6-7
Loading................................................. 6-7
BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE .............. 7-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE........................ 7-1
LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR
VEHICLE ........................................... 7-12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .........................................8-1
Owner’s Manual and tool kit .................8-2
Maintenance charts ..............................8-4
Hood ...................................................8-10
Panels .................................................8-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .........8-14
Final gear oil .......................................8-20
Differential gear oil ..............................8-22
Coolant ...............................................8-25
Axle boots ...........................................8-29
Spark plug inspection .........................8-30
Cleaning the air filter element .............8-32
Air filter check hoses ..........................8-36
V-belt case drain plug.........................8-37
Cleaning the spark arrester ................8-37
Valve clearance...................................8-39
Brakes.................................................8-39
Checking the front and rear brake pads ..................................................8-39
Checking the brake fluid level ............8-40
Brake fluid replacement ......................8-41
Checking the brake pedal...................8-42
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When the On–Command drive knob is set
to “DIFF LOCK” or “4WD”, the drivetrain
icon will flash until the differential has
locked or unlocked. Turn the steering wheel
back and forth or drive slowly to help the
differential gear lock to engage or disen-
gage. EBU31333Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
This light comes on to warn that the coolant
temperature is too hot. If the light comes on
during operation, stop the vehicle as soon as
it is safe to do so and allow the engine to cool
down for about 10 minutes. (See page 8-60.)TIPIf you continue to drive the vehicle while the
engine is overheating, a buzzer will sound. NOTICEECB03460Continuous use while this warning light is
on will damage the engine.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can
be checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). If
the warning light does not come on initially
when the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if the
warning light remains on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.EBU31341Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on or flashes if a
problem is detected in the electrical circuit
monitoring the engine. When this occurs, the
display will indicate an error code (see page
4-10). Have a Yamaha dealer check the self-
diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can
be checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). If
the warning light does not come on initially
when the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if the
warning light remains on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
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EBU33041Electric Power Steering warning light
“EPS”
This warning light comes on when the key is
turned to “ ” (on), and then goes off once
the engine is started. If the warning light re-
mains on or comes on after the engine is
started, the EPS system may not be working
correctly. When this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the EPS system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can
be checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). If
the warning light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.TIPIf the steering load is too heavy (e.g., exces-
sive steering use at slow speed or when op-
erating in deep mud, sand, or snow), the
power assist is reduced to protect the EPS
motor from overheating.
EBU31360Helmet indicator light “ ”
The indicator light comes on and stays on
while the key is turned to “ ” (on) to remind
the occupants to always wear a helmet. If the
indicator light does not come on when the key
is turned to “ ” (on), have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.EBU31370Seat belt indicator light “ ”
The indicator light comes on when the key is
turned to “ ” (on) to remind the occupants
to fasten their seat belt. The indicator light
stays on until the driver seat belt is properly
latched. If the indicator light does not come
on when the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if
the indicator light remains on after the driver
seat belt is properly latched, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
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(empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the
“E” segment disappears and the “ ” icon
flashes, refuel as soon as possible.TIPIf the electrical circuit for the fuel gauge is not
working correctly, all display segments
and “ ” will flash repeatedly. Have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle. Error code display This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis
device for various electrical circuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those cir-
cuits, the engine trouble warning light will
come on or flash, and the display will indicate
an error code.
If the display indicates an error code, note the
code number and have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
NOTICEECB00812If the multi-function display indicates an
error code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoid en-
gine damage.
1. Error code display
2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2
1
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Shifting: neutral to reverse
WARNING
EWB03300Before you shift into reverse, make sure
there are no obstacles or people behind
you. When it is safe to proceed, go slowly.
Hitting an obstacle or person could result
in serious injury or death. 1. Stop the vehicle, take your foot off the ac- celerator pedal, and check behind you.
2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift from neutral to reverse by moving the drive select lever along the shift gui-
de.
When in reverse, the reverse indicator
light should be on. If the light does not
come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to in-
spect the reverse indicator light electri-
cal circuit.
 Due to the synchronizing mechanism in
the engine, the light may not come on
until the vehicle starts moving. 4. Release the parking brake, if applied.
5. Check behind the vehicle for people or
obstacles, and then release the brake
pedal.
6. Press the accelerator pedal gradually and
continue to watch to the rear while back-
ing.
1. Drive select lever
2. L (Low-range)
3. H (High-range)
4. N (Neutral)
5. R (Reverse)
1
2
5 4
3
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4. Turn on the main switch, start the engine,and turn on the electr ical circuit in ques-
tion to check if the device operates. If the fuse blows again immediately, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical sys-
tem.
5. Install the hood.
EBU32671Replacing a headlight bulbIf a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as fol-
lows. 1. Remove the cover at the rear of the head-
light by pulling it off.
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover by pull- ing it off.
Specified fuses:Main fuse:40.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 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: 25.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A
1. Cover at the rear of the headlight
1
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INDEX
AAccelerator pedal ......................................................... 4-12
Accelerator pedal, Pre-operation check ........................ 5-6
Air filter check hoses .................................................... 8-36
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-32
Auxiliary DC jack .......................................................... 4-33
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-29BBasic guide for safe use ................................................. 7-1
Battery, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 8-47
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-40
Brake fluid, replacing ...................................................8-41
Brake light switch, adjusting ........................................ 8-42
Brake pedal .................................................................. 4-13
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal, lubrication ........... 8-43
Brake pedal, checking ................................................. 8-42
Brakes, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 8-39
Brakes, Pre-operation check ......................................... 5-3CCable, inspecting and lubrication ................................ 8-43
Cargo bed .................................................................... 4-20
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Control cables, Pre-operation check ............................. 5-8
Coolant, Periodic maintenance .................................... 8-25
Coolant, Pre-operation check ........................................ 5-6
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-4
Cup holders .................................................................. 4-20DDifferential gear lock indicator light ............................... 4-3Differential gear oil, Periodic maintenance .................. 8-22
Differential gear, Pre-operation check ........................... 5-6
Doors ........................................................................... 4-14
Driver seat position ...................................................... 4-16
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-14
Drive select lever operation and reverse driving ............ 6-3
Drivetrain icon ................................................................ 4-3
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-1
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge, Periodic
maintenance .............................................................. 8-14
Engine oil, Pre-operation check ..................................... 5-5
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-4
EPS warning light ........................................................... 4-5FFinal gear oil, Periodic maintenance ............................ 8-20
Final gear, Pre-operation check ..................................... 5-6
Fittings and fasteners, Pre-operation check .................. 5-7
Four–wheel drive knob (On–Command 4WD) .............. 4-11
Front and rear brake pads, checking ........................... 8-39
Fuel, Pre-operation check .............................................. 5-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-14
Fuse, replacing ............................................................. 8-52GGlove compartment ..................................................... 4-18HHeadlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-56
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-54
Helmet indicator light ..................................................... 4-5
High-range indicator light .............................................. 4-2
Hood ............................................................................ 8-10
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