maintenance YAMAHA GRIZZLY 450 2015 Owner's Guide

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Rear
EBU25023Checking the stabilizer bushesThe stabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks
or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bush-
es if necessary.
EBU25053Lubricating the rear knuckle pivotsThe rear knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun.
1. Grease nipple
1
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU25093Lubricating the steering shaftThe steering shaft must be lubricated by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe- riodic maintenance and lubrication chart.TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun.
EBU2918ABatteryThe battery is located under the seat. (See page
4-19.)
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
EWB02161Battery 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
ignition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.
1. Grease nippleRecommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-7
Low-range indicator light ............................................... 4-2MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1
Multi-function display .................................................... 4-5NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command differential gear lock switch ................. 4-10
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch ......................... 4-9
Override switch .............................................................. 4-8
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ................................... 8-10
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-3
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever, pedal free play and pedal height ............................................................... 8-41
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating .................................. 8-51
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-3
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-19
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear ............................................................................ 4-22
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-33
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-14
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-13
Stabilizer bushes, checking .......... ............................... 8-51
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-18
Start switch .................................................................... 4-7
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-52
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-20TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .................................... 8-60
Throttle lever ......................................................... 4-12, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-37
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-63
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-64VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-37
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-35
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................................... 8-34
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-49
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-62
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-61
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