all YAMAHA BRUIN 250 2005 Owner's Manual

4-7 1. Light switch “//OFF”
2. Engine stop switch “/”
3. Start switch “”
4. Horn switch “”
1. Contacteur d’éclairage “//OFF”
2. Coupe-circuit du moteur “/”
3. Contacteur du démarreur “”
4. Contacteur de l’avertisseur “”
1. Interruptor de luces “//OFF”
2. Interruptor de paro del motor “/”
3. Interruptor de arranque “”
4. Interruptor de la bocina “”
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Light switch “/ /OFF”
Set the switch to “” to turn on the low beam and
the taillight.
Set the switch to “” to turn on the high beam
and the taillight.
Set the switch to “OFF” to turn off all the lights.CAUTION:_ Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for more than thirty minutes. The
battery may discharge to the point that the
starter motor will not operate properly. If this
should happen, remove the battery and re-
charge it. _
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Horn switch “”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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4-8
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Contacteur d’éclairage “/ /OFF”
Placer le contacteur sur “” pour allumer les feux de
croisement et le feu arrière.
Placer le contacteur sur “” pour allumer les feux de
route et le feu arrière.
Placer le contacteur sur “OFF” pour éteindre tous les
feux.ATTENTION:_ Ne jamais laisser les phares allumés pendant plus
d’une demi-heure après avoir coupé le moteur. La
batterie risque de se décharger au point d’empêcher
la mise en marche du moteur. Si cela devait se produi-
re, déposer et recharger la batterie. _
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Contacteur de l’avertisseur “”
Appuyer sur ce contacteur pour actionner l’avertisseur.
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Interruptor de las luces “/ /OFF”
Ponga el interruptor en la posición “” para encen-
der la luz de cruce del faro y la luz de cola.
Ponga el interruptor en la posición “” para encen-
der la luz de carretera del faro y la luz de cola.
Ponga el interruptor en la posición “OFF” para apa-
gar todas las luces.AT E N C I O N :_ No mantenga los faros encendidos durante más
de treinta minutos con el motor parado. La bate-
ría podría descargarse hasta el extremo de que
el motor de arranque no funcionara debidamen-
te. Si sucediese esto, desmonte la batería y re-
cárguela. _
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Interruptor de la bocina “”
Para hacer sonar la bocina pulse este interruptor.
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4-17 1. Lock plate
1. Verrou
1. Placa de bloqueo
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Parking 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.
WARNING


Always 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 control or
a collision.


Always 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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4-21 1. Recoil starter
1. Lanceur à réenroulement
1. Arranque por tracción de cable
1. Fuel tank cap
1. Bouchon du réservoir de carburant
1. Tapón del depósito de combustible
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Recoil starter
Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until en-
gagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully, being
careful not to pull the rope all the way out.
WARNING
Put the transmission in neutral and set the
parking brake before starting the engine or the
ATV could start to move unexpectedly, which
could cause an accident.
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Fuel tank cap
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
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4-27 1. Seat 2. Seat lock lever
1. Selle 2. Levier de verrouillage de la selle
1. Asiento 2. Palanca de bloqueo del asiento
1. Projection (× 2) 2. Seat holder (× 2)
1. Saillie (× 2) 2. Support de selle (× 2)
1. Saliente (× 2) 2. Soporte del asiento (× 2)
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Seat
To remove the seat, pull the seat lock lever up-
ward and pull up the seat at the rear.
To install the seat, insert the projections on the
front of the seat into the seat holders and push
down on the seat at the rear.NOTE:_ Make sure that the seat is securely fitted. _
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4-29 1. Storage compartment
1. Compartiment de rangement
1. Compartimiento porta objetos
1. Storage compartment check hose
1. Flexible de contrôle du compartiment de rangement
1. Manguera de comprobación del compartimiento porta objetos
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Storage compartment
The storage compartment is located under the
seat. (See page 4-27 for seat removal and installa-
tion procedures.)
When storing any documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so
that they will not get wet. When washing the ATV,
be careful not to let any water enter the storage
compartment.NOTE:_ There is a check hose at the bottom of the storage
compartment. If any water collects in this hose, re-
move the hose, empty it, and then install it. _
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5-1
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1-PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brakeCheck operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-5–5-7,
8-55–8-63
Rear brakeCheck operation, condition and free play.
Adjust if necessary.5-5–5-7,
8-57, 8-65–8-71
FuelCheck fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9–5-11
Engine oilCheck oil level.
Fill with oil if necessary.5-13, 8-17–8-29
Final gear oilCheck for leakage. 5-15, 8-31–8-35
ThrottleCheck for proper throttle cable operation. 5-15, 8-53
Wheels and tiresCheck tire pressure, wear and damage.5-19–5-25,
8-81–8-83
Fittings and fastenersCheck all fittings and fasteners. 5-17
Lights and switchesCheck for proper operation. 5-17, 8-95–8-101
BatteryCheck fluid level.
Fill with distilled water if necessary.5-17, 8-85–8-91
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5-4
WARNING
Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the
Owner’s Manual. Failure to inspect increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
AVERTISSEMENT
_ Toujours effectuer ces contrôles avant chaque départ afin de s’assurer que le VTT peut être utilisé en toute sécu-
rité. Toujours respecter les procédés et intervalles de contrôle et d’entretien repris dans ce manuel. Omettre ces
contrôles accroît les risques d’accident ou d’endommagement du véhicule. _
ADVERTENCIA
_ Inspeccionar siempre el ATV cada vez que vaya a utilizarse, para asegurarse de que está en condicio-
nes de funcionar sin peligro. Seguir siempre los procedimientos y programas de inspección y mante-
nimiento descritos en el Manual del Propietario. Si no se inspecciona la máquina, aumenta el riesgo de
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5-11 1. Fuel tank filler tube 2. Fuel level
1. Tube de remplissage du réservoir de carburant
2. Niveau de carburant
1. Tubo de llenado del depósito de gasolina
2. Nivel de combustible
WARNING
_

Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is over-
filled, fuel could spill out due to heat from
the engine or the sun.


Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on
the engine or exhaust pipe which can
cause a fire and severe injury. Wipe up any
spilled fuel immediately.


Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.


Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed secure-
ly.
_
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5-15
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Final gear oil
Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-31–8-35 for
details.)
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid gear oil may be
used for all conditions.NOTE:GL-4 is a quality and additive rating, GL-5 or GL-6
rated hypoid gear oils may also be used.
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Throttle lever
Check to see that the throttle lever operates cor-
rectly. It must open smoothly and spring back to
the idle position when released. Have a Yamaha
dealer repair as necessary for proper operation.Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
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