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Always use the clutch when changing gears.
The engine, transmission and drive train are
not designed to withstand the shock of
forced shifting and can be damaged by shift-
ing without using the clutch.
EBU20503Operating the reverse knob and driving
in reverse
WARNING
EWB00721Improper operation in reverse could make you
hit an obstacle or even a person behind you,
resulting in serious injury. When you shift into
reverse, make sure there are no people or ob-
stacles behind you. When it is safe to proceed,
go slowly. NOTICEECB00171Before shifting, stop the ATV, otherwise the
transmission may be damaged. 1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop, apply the
clutch lever, and then shift the transmission
into first gear. 2. While applying the brake pedal, turn the re-
verse knob clockwise with your right hand.
3. Shift the transmission into reverse by press- ing down on the shift pedal, and then release
the reverse knob.
TIPWhen in reverse, the reverse indicator light should
come on. If the indicator light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. 4. Check behind you for people or obstacles,and then release the brake pedal.1. Reverse knob “REV”
2. Shift pedal
2
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To remove the spark plug
1. Remove the spark plug cap.
2. Remove the spark plug as shown, with the spark plug wrench included in the owner’s
tool kit. To check the spark plug
1. Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medi-
um-to-light tan (the ideal color when the ATV
is ridden normally).
TIPIf the spark plug shows a distinctly different color,
the engine could be operating improperly. Do not
attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. In-
stead, have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
1. Spark plug cap
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1. Spark plug wrench
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3. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a
new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec- ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02173]
4. Turn on the main switch and start the engine.
5. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
6. Install the seat.
EBU30165Replacing a headlight bulbIf a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the headlight unit by removing the bolt and pulling the headlight unit outward as
shown.
2. Remove the bulb cover.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A1. Bolt
2. Headlight unit
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-22BBattery .......................................................................... 8-46
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 8-42
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-34
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-31
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-6
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-34
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-37
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 8-30
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-7
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-42
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 8-35
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-30
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-41
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-37
Coolant ................................................................. 5-4, 8-18
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 8-41
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-39
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-28
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-13
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-3
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-2FFuel ........................................................................ 4-9, 5-4
Fuel level warning light ................................................... 4-2
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 4-9
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-50HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-53
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-51IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1
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