YAMAHA BANSHEE 350 2011 Owners Manual

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crankcase.
7. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several
minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil
is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
8. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil lev-
el and correct it if necessary.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked before each
ride. In addition, the coolant must be changed at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
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The coolant level must be checked on a cold en-
gine since the level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
2. Check the coolant level in the coolant reser-
voir.
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The coolant should be between the minimum and
maximum level marks.
3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level
mark, remove the seat. (See page 4-11.)
4. Open the coolant reservoir cover.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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5. Remove the coolant reservoir cap, add cool-
ant or distilled water to the maximum level
mark, and then install the reservoir cap.
NOTICE:
If coolant is not available, use
distilled water or soft tap water instead. Do
not use hard water or salt water since they
are harmful to the engine. If water has
been used instead of coolant, replace it
with coolant as soon as possible, other-
wise the cooling system will not be pro-
tected against frost and corrosion. If water
has been added to the coolant, have aYamaha dealer check the antifreeze con-
tent of the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant
will be reduced.
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6. Close the coolant reservoir cover.
7. Install the seat.
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If the engine overheats, see page 8-56 for further
instructions.
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To change the coolantWARNING
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Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before
removing the radiator cap. You could be
burned by hot fluid and steam blown out under
pressure. Always place a thick rag over the cap
when opening. Allow any remaining pressure
to escape before completely removing the cap.
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
1. Coolant reservoir cover
2. Coolant reservoir cap
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Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum
level mark):
0.28 L (0.30 US qt, 0.25 Imp.qt)

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2. Remove the radiator cover by removing the
screws.
3. Place a container under the engine, and then
remove the coolant drain bolts and their gas-
ket.
1. Radiator cover
2. Screw
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1. Coolant drain bolt
2. Gasket
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4. Remove the radiator cap.5. Remove the coolant reservoir cap.
1. Coolant drain bolt
2. Gasket
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6. Disconnect the hose on the coolant reservoir
side and drain the coolant from the coolant
reservoir.7. After draining the coolant, thoroughly flush the
cooling system with clean tap water.
8. Install the coolant drain bolts and their new
gasket, and then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque.
9. Connect the coolant reservoir hose.
10. Pour the recommended coolant into the reser-
1. Coolant reservoir cap
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1. Coolant reservoir hose
2. Coolant reservoir
Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
14 Nm (1.4 m·kgf, 10 ft·lbf)
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voir to the maximum level mark, and then in-
stall the reservoir cap.
NOTICE:
Mix
antifreeze with distilled water only. Howev-
er, if distilled water is not available, soft
water may be used for refilling. Do not use
hard water or salt water since they are
harmful to the engine.
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11. Pour the recommended coolant into the radia-
tor until it is full.
12. Install the radiator cap, start the engine, let it
idle for several minutes, and then turn it off.
13. Remove the radiator cap to check the coolant
level in the radiator. If it is low, add sufficientcoolant until it reaches the top of the radiator,
and then install the radiator cap.
14. Start the engine, and then check for coolant
leakage.
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If any leakage is found, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cooling system.
15. Install the radiator cover by installing the
screws.
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Cleaning the air filter element
The air filter element should be cleaned at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Clean or, if necessary, replace
the air filter element more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter
case. If dust or water collects in this hose, empty
the hose and clean the air filter element and air fil-
ter case. Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze con-
taining corrosion inhibitors for aluminum en-
gines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.28 L (0.30 US qt, 0.25 Imp.qt)

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1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-11.)
3. Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking
the holders.4. Pull the air filter element out of the air filter
case.
5. Remove the lock plate by turning it, and then
remove the sponge material from the air filter
element frame.
1. Air filter case check hose
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1. Air filter case cover
2. Air filter case cover holder
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6. Wash the sponge material gently but thor-
oughly in solvent.
WARNING! Always use
parts cleaning solvent to clean the sponge
material. Never use low-flash-point sol-
vents or gasoline to clean the sponge ma-
terial because the engine could catch fire
or explode.
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7. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge
material and let it dry.
NOTICE:
Do not twist
the sponge material when squeezing
it.
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1. Air filter element lock plate
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1. Sponge material
2. Air filter element frame
3. Air filter element lock plate
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8. Check the sponge material and replace it if
damaged.
9. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other qual-
ity foam air filter oil to the sponge material.
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The sponge material should be wet but not drip-
ping.
10. Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele-
ment frame, and then install the lock plate by
turning it.
11. Insert the air filter element into the air filter
case, and then install the air filter case cover
by hooking the holders onto the air filter case.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the air filter ele-ment is properly seated in the air filter
case. Never operate the engine with the air
filter element removed. This will allow un-
filtered air to enter the engine, causing rap-
id engine wear and possible engine
damage. Additionally, operation without
the air filter element will affect carburetor
jetting with subsequent poor performance
and possible engine overheating.
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12. Install the seat.
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The air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
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40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated more
often if the ATV is operated in extremely dusty ar-
eas. Each time the air filter element maintenance
is performed, check the air inlet of the air filter case
for obstructions. Check the air filter case rubber
joint to the carburetor fittings and the rubber joint
manifold fittings for an air-tight seal. Tighten all fit-
tings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered
air entering the engine.
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Cleaning the spark arrester
Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool be-
fore cleaning the spark arrester.
1. Remove the screws.2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the
muffler.
3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a wire
brush to remove any carbon deposits from the
spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside
of the tailpipe housing.
1. Screw
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