YAMAHA GRIZZLY 350 2012 Owners Manual

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Before adjusting the brake pedal and brake lever
free play, check the rear brake shoes for wear.Checking and adjusting the brake pedal height
The top of the brake pedal should be positioned
72.0–82.0 mm (2.83 –3.23 in) above the footboard
bracket.
Check and adjust the brake pedal height as fol-
lows. 1. Remove the footboard by removing the bolts and nuts. 2. Check the brake pedal height.
If the brake pedal height is correct, skip steps
3– 5.
3. Loosen the locknut.1. Distance between brake pedal and footboard bracket
1
1. Footboard
2. Bolt and nut
3. Bolt22
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84. Turn the adjusting bolt in or out until the brake
pedal height is within the specified limits.
5. Tighten the locknut.
6. Install the footboard by installing the bolts and nuts, and then tighten the bolts to the speci-
fied torques. Adjusting the brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should measure 20.0
–
30.0 mm (0.79 –1.18 in) as shown. If the free play
is incorrect, adjust it as follows.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting boltTightening torque: Locknut:7 Nm (0.7 m ·kgf, 5.1 ft ·lbf)
1
2
1. Footboard bolt A
2. Footboard bolt BTightening torques:
Footboard bolt A:3.0 Nm (0.30 m ·kgf, 2.2 ft· lbf)
Footboard bolt B: 7 Nm (0.7 m ·kgf, 5.1 ft· lbf)11
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1. Fully loosen the brake lever free play adjust-
ing nut on the brake cable at the rear wheel
hub.
2. Turn the brake pedal free play adjusting nut on the brake cable at the rear wheel hub in di-
rection (a) to increase the free play, and in di-
rection (b) to decrease it. Adjusting the brake lever free play
The brake lever free play should measure 3.0–
5.0
mm (0.12 –0.20 in) as shown. If the free play is in-
correct, adjust it as follows.
1. Brake pedal free play
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
2. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
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81. Loosen the locknut at the brake lever and fully
turn in the brake lever free play adjusting bolt.
2. Turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut on the brake cable at the rear wheel hub so that
gap “A ” measures 0 –1 mm (0– 0.04 in). 3. Turn the brake lever free play adjusting bolt at
the brake lever in direction (a) to increase the
free play, and in direction (b) to decrease it.
1. Brake lever free play
2. Locknut
3. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
2. Gap “A”
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4. Tighten the locknut at the brake lever.
5. Check gap
“A ” again and, if necessary, adjust
it.
TIPWhen adjusting the rear brake lever free play:
Be sure not to step on the brake pedal.
Make sure the brake pedal does not move.
EBU24230Axle boots The axle boots must be checked for damage at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Check the axle boots for tears or
damage. If any damage is found, have them re-
placed by a Yamaha dealer.EBU29881Brake light switches The brake light, which is activated by the brake
pedal and brake levers, should come on just be-
fore braking takes effect.
1. Locknut
2. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
1. Axle boot (each side)
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8The rear brake light switch for the brake pedal can
be adjusted as follows, but the other brake light
switches should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjusting nut while
holding the brake light switch in place. To make the
brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut
in direction (a). To make the brake light come on
later, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
EBU24902Checking and lubricating the cables The operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec- essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
WARNING
EWB02581
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the cable
sheaths become damaged, and cables can
also become frayed or kinked, which could
restrict the operation of controls and lead to
an accident or injury.
Always 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 acci-
dent or collision.
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or engine oil
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EBU28711Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers The operation of the front and rear brake levers
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
Front brake leverRear brake lever
EBU28871Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal The operation of the brake pedal should be
checked before each ride, and the pedal pivot
should be lubricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricants:
Front brake lever:Silicone grease
Rear brake lever: Lithium-soap-based greaseRecommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU24963Checking the wheel hub bearings The front and rear wheel hub bearings must be
checked at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. If there is play
in a wheel hub or if a wheel does not turn smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub bear-
ings.
EBU25092Lubricating the steering shaft The steering shaft must be lubricated by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun.Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU29189Battery The battery is located under the seat. (See page
4-13.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve Regu-
lated Lead Acid) battery. There is no need to check
the electrolyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be checked
and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWB02160Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, as it contains sulfuric acid, which can
cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of ig-
nition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
NOTICEECB00620Never attempt to remove the battery cell seals,
as this would permanently damage the battery.To remove the battery
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-13.)
2. Remove the battery holding plate by removing the bolts.
3. Disconnect the negative battery lead first, then the positive battery lead by removing
their bolt. NOTICE: When removing the bat-
tery, the main switch must be off, and the
negative lead must be disconnected be-
fore the positive lead.
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84. Pull the battery out of its compartment.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon
as possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep in
mind that the battery tends to discharge more
quickly if the ATV is equipped with optional electri-
cal accessories.
NOTICEECB00931To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid)
battery, a special (constant-voltage) battery
charger is required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the battery.To store the battery
If the ATV will not be used for more than one
month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
If the battery will be stored for more than two
months, check it at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.NOTICEECB00940Always keep the battery charged. Storing a dis-
charged battery can cause permanent battery
damage.To install the batteryTIPBe sure the battery is fully charged.1. Place the battery in its compartment.
1. Bolt
2. Battery holding plate
3. Negative battery lead (black)
4. Positive battery lead (red)
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