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EBU39230Winch
WARNING
EWB04350To reduce the risk of injury or death, read and
follow the Winch Owner’s Manual prior to use.
Never let anyone come between the winch and
pulled object or the winch and anchor point.
Do not use the winch unless all bystanders area safe distance away. Use hook strap to keep
hands away from fairlead when winding the
winch rope.
NOTICEECBM0051Prolonged winching can overheat the winch
motor and can drain the vehicle’s battery, even
when the engine is idling. Allow the winch mo-
tor to cool and the battery to recharge between
uses. EBU28972Trailer hitch This ATV is equipped with a 5 cm (2 in) trailer hitch
receiver.
Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a
Yamaha dealer. (See page 7-6 for precaution in- formation.)
1. Winch
2. Hook
3. Hook strap
4. Fairlead
1
3
2
4
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EBU19187Auxiliary DC jackNOTICEECB03760Do not use any single electrical accessory or
combination of accessories that require more
than the stated capacity at any one time. This
may overload the circuit and cause the fuse to
blow.
1. Trailer hitch receiver
1
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
2. Auxiliary DC jackAuxiliary DC jack system capacity:8.0 A (96 W)
21
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TIPWhen using a winch or other electrical accesso-
ries, the power taken from the DC jack must be re-
duced accordingly. A 12-V accessory, such as a work light or radio
with the proper adapter, can be used when the
main switch is turned on. However, to prevent bat-
tery drain, use when the engine is running and the
headlights are turned off.1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the headlights off.
3. Make sure the accessory is powered off.
4. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap.
5. Insert the accessory power plug into the jack.
6. Turn the accessory on.TIP Turn off the accessory before plugging into/un-
plugging from the jack.
When the auxiliary DC jack is not being used,
cover it with the cap.
NOTICEECB00122If accessories are used with the engine off or
with the headlights on, the battery may dis-
charge to the point that the engine will not
start.
Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or
other accessory with a plug that gets hot.
The DC jack may be damaged.
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EBU19203
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EBU19227Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always
follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWB00482Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equip-
ment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected
by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEMROUTINE PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank,
and add recommended fuel if neces-
sary.
• Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-20, 6-4
Engine oil • Check oil level in engine, and add recommended oil to specified
level if necessary.
• Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 6-4, 9-20
Final gear oil • Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 6-4, 9-25
Differential gear oil • Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 6-4, 9-27
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir, and add recommended coolant to
specified level if necessary.
• Check cooling system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 6-4, 9-29
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Front brake• Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 6-4, 9-43, 9-44, 9-46
Rear brake • Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 6-4, 9-43, 9-44, 9-46,
9-47
Throttle lever • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever
housing if necessary.
• Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary. 6-5, 9-42
Control cables • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 9-49
Wheels and tires • Check wheel condition, and replace if damaged.
• Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure. Correct if necessary. 6-5
Brake pedal • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting point
if necessary. 9-50
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary. 9-49
Axle boots • Check for cracks or damage, and replace if necessary. 9-48
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 6-8
Instruments, lights and
switches • Check operation, and correct if necessary.
6-8
ITEM
ROUTINE PAGE
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Winch• Confirm winch hook and rope are not dangling loose.
• Confirm winch clutch is locked (positively engaged). 5-28
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EBU38000FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank
before starting off. Refuel if necessary. (See page
5-20.)EBU19561Engine oilMake sure that the engine oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 9-20.)EBU19591Final gear oilMake sure that the final gear oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 9-25.)EBU19601Differential gear oilMake sure that the differential gear oil is at the
specified level. Add oil as necessary. (See page
9-27.)EBU19632CoolantMake sure that the coolant is at the specified level.
Add coolant as necessary. (See page 9-29.)
TIPThe coolant level must be checked on a cold en-
gine since the level varies with engine tempera-
ture. EBU29083Front and rear brakesBrake levers and brake pedal
Check that there is no free play in the front and
rear brake levers. If there is free play, have a
Yamaha dealer check the brake system.
Check for correct free play in the brake pedal. If
the free play is incorrect, adjust it. (See page
9-47.)
Check the operation of the brake levers and
pedal. They should move smoothly and there
should be a firm feeling when the brakes are ap-
plied. If not, have a Yamaha dealer check the
brake system.
Brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
(See page 9-44.)
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6Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the
pipe joints or brake fluid reservoirs. Apply the
brakes firmly for one minute. If a lever moves
slowly inward, there may be a leak in the brake
system. If there is any leakage, the brake system
should be checked by a Yamaha dealer.
Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to
make sure they are working properly. If the brakes
do not provide proper braking performance,
check the brake pads for wear. (See page 9-43.)
EBU19762Throttle leverCheck the operation of the throttle lever. It must
open smoothly and spring back to the idle position
when released. Have a Yamaha dealer correct if
necessary.
EBU38663TiresCheck and adjust the tire pressure before each
ride. Check tires for wear and damage.
Tire pressure
A low-pressure tire gauge is included as standard
equipment. Make two measurements of the tire
pressure and use the second reading. Dust or dirt
in the gauge could cause the first reading to be in-
correct.
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 41. Low-pressure tire gauge
2. Tire air valve
2
1
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