2019 YAMAHA GRIZZLY 700 4WD

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7If you are climbing a hill and you find that you have
not properly judged your ability to make it to the
top, you should turn the ATV around while you still
have forward motion (provided you have the room
to do so) and go down the hill.
If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe
you can continue up the hill, restart carefully to
make sure you do not lift the front wheels which
could cause you to lose control. If you are unable
to continue up the hill, dismount the ATV on the
uphill side. Physically turn the ATV around and
then descend the hill.
If you start to roll backwards, DO NOT apply either
brake abruptly. If you are in “2WD”, apply only the
front brake. When fully stopped, apply the rear
brake as well, and then shift to the park position. If
you are in “4WD”, because all wheels are inter-
connected by the drive train, applying either brake
will brake all wheels, therefore, avoid sudden ap-
plication of either the front or rear brake as the
wheels on the uphill side could come off the
ground. The ATV could easily tip over backwards.
Apply both the front and rear brakes gradually.
When fully stopped, lock shift to the park position
and dismount the ATV immediately on the uphill
side. Dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount,
following the procedure described in the Owner’s
Manual.
WARNING! Stalling, rolling backwards
or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill
could result in ATV overturning. If you cannot
control the ATV, dismount immediately on the
uphill side.
[EWB01803]
RIDING DOWNHILL
WARNING
EWB01622Going down a hill improperly could cause over-
turns or loss of control. Always follow proper
procedures for going down hills as described
in this Owner’s Manual.
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
Always check the terrain carefully before you
start down any hill.
 Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for
the ATV or for your abilities. The ATV can
overturn more easily on extremely steep hills
than on level surfaces or small hills.
 Shift your weight backward and to the up
side of the hill.
 Never go down a hill at high speed.
 Avoid going down a hill at an angle that
would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one
side. Go straight down the hill where possi-
ble.
 Improper braking can cause the wheels on
the uphill side to come off the ground or
cause loss of traction. Apply brakes gradual-
ly. If in “2WD”, apply only the rear brake.
When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight
as far to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as pos-
sible. Move back on the seat and sit with your
arms straight. Engine compression will do most of
the braking for you. For maximum engine com-
pression braking effect, select the low-range posi-
tion and change to “4WD” before beginning to
descend the hill. Use caution while descending a hill with loose or
slippery surfaces. Braking ability and traction may
be adversely affected by these surfaces. Improper
braking may also cause a loss of traction.
When this ATV is in “4WD”, all wheels (front and
rear) are interconnected by the drive train. This
means that applying either the front brake or the
rear brake will brake all wheels. When descending
hills, using either brake lever or the brake pedal
will brake the wheels on the downhill side. Avoid
sudden application of either the front or rear brake
because the wheels on the uphill side could come
off the ground. Apply both the front and rear
brakes gradually.
Whenever possible, ride your ATV straight down-
hill. Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV
to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your path and
ride no faster than you will be able to react to ob-
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EBU29704Adjusting the throttle lever free playPeriodically check the throttle lever free play and
adjust if necessary.1. Slide the rubber cover back.
2. Loosen the locknut. 3. To increase the throttle lever free play, turn
the throttle lever free play adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the throttle lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
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.
1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever free playThrottle lever free play: 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
2WD
4WD
3
2
1
4
(b)
(a)
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EBU29844Checking the brake fluid levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark. Replenish the brake fluid
if necessary.TIPStraighten the handlebars for an accurate reading. Front brakeRear brake
NOTICEECB01161Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately. As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads or brake sys-
tem leakage. Therefore, be sure to check the
1. Minimum level mark
2WD
4WD
1
1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, DC jack ................................................... 4-27
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-37
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-48BBattery ......................................................................... 8-52
Battery voltage warning light ......................................... 4-3
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-45
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-44
Brake lever, front ......................................................... 4-16
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-49
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 8-43
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-16
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-50
Brake pedal free play, adjusting .................................. 8-47
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-42
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3
Brake/tail light .............................................................. 8-61CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-49
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-25
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-25
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-8
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................5-3, 8-29
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 4-3DDifferential gear oil ................................................5-3, 8-27Drive select lever ......................................................... 4-17
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-20
Engine stop switch ...................................................... 4-11
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3
EPS warning light .......................................................... 4-4FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-25
Four-wheel drive/differential gear lock icon .................. 4-4
Four-wheel drive switch (On-Command 4WD) ............ 4-12
Front and rear brake lever free play, checking ............ 8-46
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-19, 5-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-18
Fuses, replacing .......................................................... 8-56HHandlebar switches ..................................................... 4-10
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-60
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-58
High beam indicator light ............................................... 4-2
High-range indicator light .............................................. 4-2
Horn switch .................................................................. 4-11IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-8
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LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................. 4-11
Low-range indicator light ............................................... 4-2MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-1
Multi-function display .....................................................4-5NNeutral indicator light .....................................................4-2OOn-Command drive switch “4WD/LOCK” ................... 4-13
Override switch ............................................................ 4-12
Owner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ................................... 8-10
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-2
Parking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-51
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-20
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and rear ............................................................................. 4-25 Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-40
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-18
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-15
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 8-51
Starting the engine ......................................................... 6-1
Start switch .................................................................. 4-11
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-52
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-21
TThrottle lever ........................................................ 4-15, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-42
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Trailer hitch .................................................................. 4-26
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-63
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-64VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-42
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-41
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-51
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-62
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-61
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