parking brake YAMAHA BREEZE 2003 Owners Manual

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .......................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .........................2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION.....................................3-1
Identification number records ...............3-3
Key identification number .....................3-5
Vehicle identification number ...............3-5
Model label ...........................................3-7
CONTROL FUNCTIONS..........................4-1
Main switch ...........................................4-1
Indicator lights ......................................4-3Handlebar switches ..............................4-5
Throttle lever ........................................4-9
Speed limiter ......................................4-11
Front brake lever ................................4-13
Rear brake lever .................................4-13
Parking brake .....................................4-15
Drive select lever ................................4-17
Fuel tank cap ......................................4-17
Fuel cock ............................................4-19
Starter (choke) ....................................4-21
Seat ....................................................4-23
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...................5-1
Front and rear brakes ...........................5-5
Fuel ......................................................5-7
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DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION1. Seat 11. Rear brake lever
2. Drive select lever 12. Parking brake
3. Headlight 13. Reverse indicator light
4. Front cover 14. Neutral indicator light
5. Front wheel 15. Front brake lever
6. Starter (choke) 16. Throttle lever
7. Fuel cock 17. Main switch
8. Rear wheel 18. Fuel tank cap
9. Tail/brake light 19. Handlebar switches
10. FootboardNOTE:
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EBU00075Parking brake
Use the parking brake when you have to start
the engine or park the machine, especially on a
slope. Apply the rear brake lever and push down
the lock plate to apply the parking brake.
Squeeze the rear brake lever to release the
parking brake.w8Always set the parking brake before start-
ing the engine. The ATV could start mov-
ing unexpectedly if the parking brake is
not applied. This could cause loss of con-
trol or a collision.
8Always be sure you have released the
parking brake before you begin to ride.
The brake could overheat if you ride the
ATV without releasing the parking brake.
You could lose braking performance
which could cause an accident. You could
also wear out the brakes prematurely.
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EBU00510Starting a cold enginewAlways 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.1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the engine
stop switch to “RUN”.
4. Shift the drive select lever to neutral.
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Shifting: reverse “R”
1. Bring the machine to a complete stop and
return the throttle lever to the closed posi-
tion.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift the drive select lever from neutral “N”
to reverse “R” and vice versa by moving the
drive select lever along the shift guide.NOTE:
When in reverse “R”, the reverse indicator light
should be on. If the light does not come on, ask
a Yamaha dealer to inspect the machine.4. Check behind for people or obstacles, then
release the parking brake.
5. Open the throttle lever gradually and contin-
ue to watch to the rear while backing.
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NOTE:
If the drive select lever is shifted into reverse “R”
while the engine is running, the engine will stop
unless the parking brake or rear brake lever is
applied.wImproper operation in reverse could make
you hit an obstacle or person behind you,
resulting in serious injury. When you shift
into reverse “R”, make sure there are no
obstacles or people behind you. When it is
safe to proceed, go slowly.
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EBU00211Parking
When parking, stop the engine and shift into
neutral. Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” and apply
the parking brake.
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EBU00216Parking on a slopewAvoid parking on hills or other inclines.
Parking on a hill or other incline could cause
the ATV to roll out of control, increasing the
chance of an accident. If you must park on
an incline, place the machine transversely
across the incline, apply the parking brake,
and block the front and rear wheels with
rocks or other objects. Do not park the ATV
at all on hills that are so steep you could not
walk up them easily.1. Bring the machine to a stop by applying the
brakes.
2. Stop the engine.
3. With the rear brake applied, apply the park-
ing brake.
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Select a large, flat area off-road to become
familiar with your ATV. Make sure that this area
is free of obstacles and other riders. You should
practice control of the throttle, brakes, shifting
procedures, and turning techniques in this area
before trying more difficult terrain. Always avoid
riding on paved surfaces: the ATV is designed
for off-road use only, and handling maneuvers
are more difficult to perform on pavement.
Set the parking brake and follow the instruction
on page 6-3 to start the engine. Once it has
warmed up you are ready to begin riding your
ATV. Remember that the engine and exhaust
pipe will be hot when riding and afterwards; do
not allow skin or clothing to come in contact with
these components.
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With the engine idling, return the starter knob to
the closed position and shift the drive select
lever into the forward position. Then release the
parking brake. Apply the throttle slowly and
smoothly. The centrifugal clutch will engage and
you will start to accelerate. If the throttle is
applied too abruptly, the front wheels may lift off
the ground resulting in a loss of directional con-
trol. Avoid higher speeds until you are thorough-
ly familiar with the operation of your ATV.
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and
evenly. Improper use of the brakes can cause
the tires to lose traction, reducing control and
increasing the possibility of an accident.
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