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EBU24905Checking and lubricating the cablesThe operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-
essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
WARNING
EWB02582Inspect cables frequently and replace if
damaged. Corrosion can result when the ca-
ble sheaths become damaged, and cables
can also become frayed or kinked, which
could restrict the operation of controls and
lead to an accident or injury.
 Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in cold
weather. If the control cables are frozen or do not work smoothly, you could be unable
to control the ATV, which could lead to an
accident or collision.
EBU28712Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake leversThe operation of the front and rear brake levers
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricantRecommended lubricants: Front brake lever:Silicone grease
Rear brake lever: Lithium-soap-based grease
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9Front brake lever
Rear brake lever
EBU28872Checking and lubricating the brake
pedalThe operation of the brake pedal should be
checked before each ride, and the pedal pivot
should be lubricated if necessary.Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU25615Replacing the brake/tail light bulbIf the brake/tail light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.1. Remove the brake/tail light bulb holder (to- gether with the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counterclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder, push it
in, and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the bulb holder (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
EBU25653Removing a wheel1. Park the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
1. Brake/tail light bulb holder
1
1. Brake/tail light bulb
1
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EBU25861
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25883CleaningFrequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.1. Before cleaning the ATV: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe toprevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply
degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job. WARNING! Wet brakes may have re-
duced stopping ability, increasing the
chance of an accident. Test the brakes af-
ter washing. Apply the brakes several
times at slow speeds to let friction dry out
the linings.
[EWB02312]
NOTICE: Excessive wa-
ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical
devices. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high-pressure de-
tergent applications such as those avail-
able in coin-operated car washers.
[ECB00712]
4. Once most of the dirt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush or
bottle brush is handy for hard-to-reach plac-
es.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
7. Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
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Front tire:Size:AT25x8-12
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/CU905Rear tire:Size:AT25x10-12
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/CU906Front brake:Type:Hydraulic disc brakeRear brake:Type:Mechanical wet multiple disc brakeFront suspension:Type:
Double wishboneRear suspension:Type:Double wishboneElectrical system:System voltage:12 VBattery:Model:
YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 18.0 Ah
Lights:Headlight:T19L, 30.0 W/30.0 W
Handlebar-mounted light:
T15H, 35.0 W/36.5 W (YFM450FWBD)
Brake/tail light: 21.0 W/5.0 WEBU30403Noise and vibration levels statement (for Eu-
rope)
The figures quoted are emission levels and are not
necessarily safe working levels. Whilst there is a
correlation between the emission and exposure
levels, this cannot be used reliably to determine
whether or not further precautions are required.
Factors that influence the actual level of exposure
of work-force include the characteristics of the
work room, the other sources of noise, etc. i.e. the
number of machines and other adjacent process-
es, and the length of time for which an operator is
exposed to the noise. Also the permissible expo-
sure level can vary from country. This information,
however, will enable the user of the machine to
make a better evaluation of the hazard and risk.
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 7-5
Accessories, DC jack ...................................................5-24
Air filter, cleaning ......................................................... 9-33
Axle boots .................................................................... 9-47BBattery .......................................................................... 9-53
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................9-42
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 9-40
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 9-42
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 5-14
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 9-49
Brake light switches ..................................................... 9-48
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ..................... 9-40
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 5-14
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 9-50
Brakes .......................................................................... 9-39
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 6-3
Brake/tail light bulb, replacing ..................................... 9-63CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 9-49
Carrier, front ................................................................. 5-20
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 5-20
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 6-7
Cleaning ....................................................................... 10-1
Coolant ................................................................. 6-3, 9-29
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 5-2DDifferential gear lock, indicator (equipped models) ....... 5-4Differential gear oil ......................................................... 6-3
Differential gear oil, changing ...................................... 9-27
Display unit .................................................................... 5-4
Drive select lever .......................................................... 5-15
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 7-2
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating .......................... 9-51
EEmissions Certification label (for Europe) .................... 12-1
Engine break-in .............................................................. 7-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 6-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 9-19
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 5-9
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 5-3
EPS warning light (equipped models) ............................ 5-3FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 6-3, 9-24
Four-wheel drive indicator light ..................................... 5-4
Four-wheel drive switch (On-Command 4WD) ............ 5-11
Fuel ...................................................................... 5-17, 6-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 5-16
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 9-57HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 5-7
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 9-62
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 9-59
Horn switch .................................................................... 5-9IIdentification numbers ................................................... 1-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 5-1
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Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 6-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................... 5-9MMain switch .................................................................... 5-1
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 9-3
Maintenance chart, general maintenance and lubrication .................................................................... 9-5
Model label .................................................................... 1-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 5-2OOn-Command drive switch “4WD/LOCK” (differential gear lock models) ................................... 5-11
Override switch (differential gear lock models) ............ 5-10
Owner’s Manuals and Tool kit ....................................... 9-2PPanels, removing and installing ................................... 9-10
Park indicator light ......................................................... 5-2
Parking ........................................................................... 7-4
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 7-5
Part locations ................................................................. 4-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever and pedal ................... 9-42
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating .................................. 9-52
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 5-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 8-1SSafety information .......................................................... 3-1
Seat .............................................................................. 5-18 Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear ............................................................................ 5-20
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 9-36
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 9-17
Specifications .............................................................. 11-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 5-13
Stabilizer bushes, checking .......... ............................... 9-51
Starting the engine ........................................................ 7-1
Start switch .................................................................... 5-9
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 9-52
Storage ........................................................................ 10-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 5-19
TThrottle lever ......................................................... 5-13, 6-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 9-38
Tires ............................................................................... 6-4
Trailer hitch (equipped models) ................................... 5-23
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 9-65
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 9-66VValve clearance ............................................................ 9-39
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 9-37
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................................... 9-37
Vehicle identification number ........................................ 1-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 9-51
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 9-64
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 9-63
Winch ........................................................................... 5-22
Winch switch ............................................................... 5-10
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