brake light YAMAHA BRUIN 350 2WD 2005 Manuale de Empleo (in Spanish)

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1-CONTENTS
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 ............... 3-7
Model label ........................................... 3-9
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ........................ 4-1
Main switch........................................... 4-1
Indicator and warning lights.................. 4-3
Speedometer ...................................... 4-11
Handlebar switches ............................ 4-13
Throttle lever ...................................... 4-17
Speed limiter ...................................... 4-19
Front brake lever ................................ 4-21
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ....... 4-23
Parking brake ..................................... 4-25
Drive select lever ................................ 4-27
Recoil starter ...................................... 4-29
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Fuel tank cap ..................................... 4-29
Fuel cock............................................ 4-31
Starter (choke) ................................... 4-33
Seat.................................................... 4-35
Storage box........................................ 4-37
Front carrier ....................................... 4-39
Rear carrier ........................................ 4-39
Front shock absorber adjustment ...... 4-41
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....... 4-43
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .................. 5-1
Front and rear brakes .......................... 5-5
Fuel ...................................................... 5-9
Engine oil ........................................... 5-13
Final gear oil ...................................... 5-15
Throttle lever ...................................... 5-15
Fittings and fasteners......................... 5-17
Lights ................................................. 5-17
Switches............................................. 5-17
Tires ................................................... 5-19
How to measure tire pressure ............ 5-23
Tire wear limit..................................... 5-25
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OPERATION ...........................................6-1
Starting a cold engine ...........................6-3
Starting a warm engine .........................6-9
Warming up...........................................6-9
Drive select lever operation and
reverse driving ..................................6-11
Engine break-in ...................................6-15
Parking ................................................6-17
Parking on a slope ..............................6-19
Accessories and loading .....................6-21
RIDING YOUR ATV..................................7-1
Getting to know your ATV .....................7-3
Ride with care and good judgement .....7-5
Be careful where you ride ...................7-27
Turning your ATV ................................7-39
Climbing uphill.....................................7-45
Riding downhill ....................................7-55
Crossing a slope .................................7-59
Crossing through shallow water ..........7-63
Riding over rough terrain ....................7-69
Sliding and skidding ............................7-71
What to do if ........................................7-75
What to do...........................................7-75
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ........................................ 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ................. 8-3
Periodic maintenance/lubrication.......... 8-7
Panel removal and installation............ 8-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ......... 8-21
Final gear oil ....................................... 8-31
Spark plug inspection ......................... 8-39
Air filter element cleaning ................... 8-45
V-belt cooling duct check hose ........... 8-53
V-belt case drain plug ......................... 8-53
Carburetor adjustment ........................ 8-55
Idle speed adjustment ........................ 8-57
Valve clearance adjustment ............... 8-59
Select lever safety system cable
adjustment ........................................ 8-59
Throttle lever adjustment .................... 8-61
Front brake pad check ........................ 8-63
Rear brake shoe inspection ................ 8-63
Brake fluid level check ........................ 8-65
Brake fluid replacement ...................... 8-69
Front brake lever free play.................. 8-71
Rear brake pedal and lever
adjustment ........................................ 8-73
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ............................................... 8-79
Cable inspection and lubrication......... 8-81
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Lubricating the brake levers and
brake pedal ...................................... 8-83
Wheel removal ................................... 8-85
Wheel installation ............................... 8-87
Battery ................................................ 8-89
Battery maintenance .......................... 8-93
Fuse replacement............................... 8-95
Replacing a headlight bulb ................. 8-99
Headlight beam adjustment.............. 8-103
Tail/brake light bulb replacement ..... 8-103
Troubleshooting................................ 8-105
Troubleshooting chart....................... 8-107
CLEANING AND STORAGE .................. 9-1
A. Cleaning ........................................... 9-1
B. Storage ............................................ 9-7
SPECIFICATIONS ................................ 10-1
CONVERSION TABLE .......................... 11-1
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3-1
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DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION1. Rear shock absorber
assembly spring preload
adjusting ring
2. Storage box and tool kit
3. Spark plug
4. Front shock absorber
assembly spring preload
adjusting ring
5. Brake pedal
6. V-belt case
7. Fuel cock
8. Air filter case
9. Fuses
10. Tail/brake light
11. Front shock absorber
assembly spring preload
adjusting ring
12. V-belt cooling duct check
hose
13. Oil filter cartridge14. Engine oil dipstick
15. Rear brake lever
16. Left handlebar switches
17. Starter (choke)
18. Horn switch
19. Drive select lever
20. Speedometer
21. Main switch
22. Fuel tank cap
23. Throttle lever
24. Front brake leverNOTE:The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the figures of this
manual.
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4-29 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
_ Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po-
sition and apply the parking brake before start-
ing 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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5-1
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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,
8-63–8-71
Rear brakeCheck operation, condition and free play.
Adjust if necessary.5-5–5-7,
8-63, 8-73–8-77
FuelCheck fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9–5-11
Engine oilCheck oil level.
Fill with oil if necessary.5-13, 8-21–8-31
Final gear oilCheck for leakage. 5-15, 8-31–8-37
ThrottleCheck for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-15, 8-61
Wheels and tiresCheck tire pressure, wear and damage.5-19–5-25,
8-85–8-87
Fittings and fastenersCheck all fittings and fasteners. 5-17
Lights and switchesCheck for proper operation. 5-17, 8-99–8-103
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Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the machine to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque.
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Lights
Check the headlights and tail/brake light to make
sure they are in working condition. Repair as nec-
essary for proper operation.
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Switches
Check the operation of all switches. Have a
Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper op-
eration.
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6-5 a. Starter (choke)
1. Fully open
2. Half open
3. Closed
a. Starter (enrichisseur)
1. Complètement ouvert
2. Mi-ouvert
3. Fermé
a. Arrancador (estrangulador)
1. Abre completamente
2. Semiabierto
3. Cerrado
NOTE:_

When the drive select lever is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light should
come on. If the neutral indicator light does not
come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the
electric circuit.


The engine can be started in any gear if the
rear brake lever is applied. However, it is rec-
ommended to shift into neutral before starting
the engine.
_5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the fig-
ure:
Position
1: Cold engine start-
ambient temperature below 5°C.
Position
2: Cold engine start-
ambient temperature at 0°C–30°C
and warming up position.
Position
3: Cold engine start-
ambient temperature above 25°C
and warm engine start position.
6. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.
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6-13 1. Drive select lever
a. F (Forward)
b. N (Neutral)
c. R (Reverse)
1. Levier de présélection
a. F (Marche avnt)
b. N (Point mort)
c. R (Marche arrière)
1. Palanca de selección de marcha
a. F (Marcha adelante)
b. N (Punto muerto)
c. R (Marcha atrás)
Shifting: reverse
1. Bring the machine to a complete stop and re-
turn the throttle lever to the closed position.
2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift the gear from neutral to reverse and vice
versa by moving the drive select lever along
the shift guide.NOTE:_ When in reverse, 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 brake pedal.
5. Open the throttle lever gradually and contin-
ue to watch to the rear while backing.
WARNING
_ Improper operation in reverse could make you
hit an obstacle or person behind you, resulting
in serious injury. When you shift into reverse,
make sure there are no obstacles or people be-
hind you. When it is safe to proceed, go slowly. _
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8-8
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.Engine oil strainer*
Clean.Final gear oilCheck oil level/oil leakage.
Replace every 12 months.Front brake*Check operation/fluid leakage. (See NOTE page 8-9.)
Correct if necessary.Rear brakeCheck operation.
Adjust if necessary.Select lever safety system
cable*Check operation.
Adjust if necessary.V-belt*Check operation.
Check for cracks or damage.Wheels*Check balance/damage/runout.
Repair if necessary.Wheel bearing*Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*Check operation.
Correct if necessary.Steering system*Check operation./Replace if damaged.
Check toe-in./Adjust if necessary.Drive shaft universal
joint*Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Fittings and fasteners*Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
Correct if necessary.Lights and switches*Check operation.
Adjust headlight beams.
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
month136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1,200
(750)2,400
(1,500)2,400
(1,500)4,800
(3,000)
hours 20 75 150 150 300
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