2021 YAMAHA YFM700R battery

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9
2. Connect the positive battery lead first, then
connect the negative battery lead by installing
their bolt. NOTICE: When installing the bat-
tery, the main switch must be off, and the
positive lead must be connected before
the negative lead.
[ECB01111]
3. Hook the battery holding plate onto the bat- tery box. 4. Install the battery holding plate with the bat-
tery cover by installing the bolts and the quick
fastener screws.
5. Install the seat. (See page 5-11.)
TIP Make sure the positive and negative battery
leads are installed as shown.
 Fully charge the battery before installing it.
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
2 1
1. Battery holding plate
2. Battery box
2
1
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9
EBU27696Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performance
Check 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 ATV.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug. Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
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106. Put the frame on stands or blocks to raise all
wheels off the ground. (Alternatively, turn the
wheels each month to prevent the tires from
degrading in one spot.)
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
8. Remove the battery and fully charge it. (See page 9-45.)
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Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber: Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 230 mm (9.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 256 mm (10.1 in)Electrical system:System voltage:
12 V
Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.0 Ah
Lights:Headlight:T19L, 30.0 W/30.0 W
Brake/tail light:
LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Reverse indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LEDFuses:Main fuse:30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse:
20.0 A
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12
INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 7-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 9-21BBattery .......................................................................... 9-45
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 9-41
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................9-33
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 9-30
Brake lever ..................................................................... 5-6
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 9-33
Brake light switches ..................................................... 9-36
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 9-29
Brake pedal .................................................................... 5-6
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 9-41
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 9-34
Brakes .......................................................................... 9-29
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 6-4
Brake/tail light .............................................................. 9-52CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 9-40
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 6-7
Cleaning ....................................................................... 10-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 5-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 9-36
Coolant ................................................................. 6-4, 9-18
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 5-2DDrive chain ..................................................................... 6-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 9-40 Drive chain slack .......................................................... 9-38
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 7-5
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 9-27
Engine oil ....................................................................... 6-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 9-12
Engine, start ................................................................... 7-1
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 5-4
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 5-3FFuel ...................................................................... 5-10, 6-4
Fuel level warning light ................................................... 5-2
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 5-9
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 9-49HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 5-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 9-52
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 9-50IIdentification numbers ................................................... 1-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 5-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 6-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................... 5-4MMain switch .................................................................... 5-1
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 9-3
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