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YFM700FWBD
EBU17992Low-range indicator light “ ” (YFM700FWBD)
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the low-range position.EBU17982High-range indicator light “ ” (YFM700FWBD)
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the high-range position.EBU17861Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the neutral position.EBU17831Reverse indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the reverse position.EBU38270Park indicator light “ ” (YFM700FWB) / “ ”
(YFM700FWBD)
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the park position.
1. Differential gear lo
ck indicator light “ ”
2. Low-range indicator light “L”
3. High-range indicator light “H”
4. Neutral indicator light “N”
5. Reverse indicator light “R”
6. Park indicator light “ ”
7. Four-wheel drive icon “ ”
8. Differential gear lock icon “ ”
9. Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
10.High beam indicator light “ ”
11.Battery voltage warning light “ ”
12.Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
13.Engine trouble warning light “ ”1
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TIPWhen the key is turned to “ ” (on), the warning
light will come on in purple. EBU29933Fuel level warning light “ ” (YFM700FWB)
This warning light comes on when the fuel level
drops below approximately 4.0 L (1.06 US gal,
0.88 Imp.gal). When this occurs, refuel as soon as
possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by setting the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turning the key to “ ” (on). The warning light
should come on for a few seconds, and then go
off.
If the warning light does not come on initially when
the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if the warning
light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.EBU27289Engine trouble warning light “ ”
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). The
warning light should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off.If the warning light does not come on initially when
the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if the warning
light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
(YFM700FWB)
This warning light comes on or flashes when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine is not work-
ing correctly. When this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the self-diagnostic system.
(YFM700FWBD)
This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem
is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the
engine. When this occurs, the display will indicate
an error code (see page 5-11). Have a Yamaha
dealer check the self-diagnostic system.
EBU30512Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
(YFM700FWBD)
This warning light comes on when the key is
turned to “ ” (on), and then goes off once the
engine is started. If the warning light remains on or
comes on after the engine is started, the EPS sys-
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curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the EPS
system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). If the
warning light does not come on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
TIP
If the engine is stopped using the engine stop
switch and the key is in the “ ” (on) position,
the EPS warning light comes on to indicate that
the power assistance for the steering is not
functioning.
 If the steering load is too heavy (i.e., excessive
steering use when the ATV is traveling at a slow
speed), the power assist is reduced to protect
the EPS motor from overheating. EBU38280Four-wheel drive indicators
Four-wheel drive indicator light “ ”
(YFM700FWB)
This indicator light comes on when the drivetrain
is set to “4WD” (four-wheel drive).
TIPDue to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ-
ential gear case, the light may not come on until
the ATV starts moving. Four-wheel drive icon “ ” (YFM700FWBD)
This icon comes on when the drivetrain is set to
“4WD” (four-wheel drive).TIPDue to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ-
ential gear case, the indicator may not come on
until the ATV starts moving. Differential gear lock icon “ ” and indicator
light “ ” (YFM700FWBD)
This icon and this indicator light come on when
the drivetrain is set to “4WD” with the differential
gear locked.TIPWhen the On-Command differential gear lock
switch is set to “LOCK” or “4WD”, the “ ” icon
and the “ ” indicator light will flash until the dif-
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EBU19882
OPERATION
EBU19902Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV. If there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB00632Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-
vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury. EBU38301Starting the engineThis model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. To enable starting one of the following
conditions must be met:
The drive select lever is in the neutral or park po-
sition.
 The rear brake lever or brake pedal is applied.TIPIt is recommended to shift into neutral or park and
apply the rear brake when starting the engine.
NOTICEECB00151See the “Engine break-in” section on page 7-4
prior to operating the engine for the first time. To start the engine
1. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and the engine stop switch to “ ” (run).
YFM700FWB
The coolant temperature warning light, the
engine trouble warning light, and the fuel level
warning light should come on for a few sec-
onds, then go off.
YFM700FWBD
The battery voltage warning light, the cool-
ant temperature warning light, and the en-
gine trouble warning light should come on
for a few seconds, then go off.
 The electric power steering warning light
should come on and stay on until the en-
gine is started.
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