maintenance YAMAHA GRIZZLY 550 2012 Owner's Guide

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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.EBU2904ABattery The battery is located under panel A. (See page
8-10.)
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.
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
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LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-8
Low-range indicator light ................................................ 4-2MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2
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 .......................................................... 4-2
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRadiator grills, removing .............................................. 8-20
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-55
Reverse indicator light .................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-18 Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear ............................................................................ 4-21
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-42
Spark plug, checking .................................................... 8-20
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-13
Stabilizer bushes, checking .......................................... 8-55
Starting the engine ......................................................... 6-1
Start switch ..................................................................... 4-8
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................. 8-56
Storage ........................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................. 4-18
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-63
Throttle lever ......................................................... 4-13, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-45
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-66
Troubleshooting charts ................................................. 8-67VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-46
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-44
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-55
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-65
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-64
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