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2. Connect the positive battery lead first, then
connect the negative battery lead by installing
their bolt. NOTICE: When installing the bat-
tery, the main switch must be off, and the
positive lead must be connected before
the negative lead.
[ECB01110]
3. Install the battery holding plate by installing the nuts.
4. Install the front carrier by installing the bolts and tightening them to the specified torques. 5. Install the panel.
EBU30520Replacing a fuse
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
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Tightening torques:
Carrier bolt (top):34 Nm (3.4 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf)
Carrier bolt (under the fenders): 7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)1. Fuse box
2. Main fuse
3. EPS fuse (for EPS model)
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
5. Fuel injection system fuse
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8The main fuse, the fuel injection system fuse, the
EPS fuse, and the fuse box are located under pan-
el A. (See page 8-10.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “ ” (off) and turn off all elec- trical circuits.
NOTICEECB00640To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse.2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install anew fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec-
ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02172]
1. Auxiliary DC jack fuse
2. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
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3. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and turn on the elec- trical circuits to check if the devices operate. 4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.
EBU27443Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows.1. Remove the cover at the rear of the headlight by pulling it off.
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 5.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
EPS fuse: YFM550FAPD 40.0 A
YFM5FGPAD 40.0 A
YFM5FGPD 40.0 A
YFM5FGPHD 40.0 A
YFM5FGPLED 40.0 A1. Cover at the rear of the headlight
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83. Disconnect the headlight coupler. 4. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, and then
remove the burnt-out bulb.
5. Place a new headlight bulb into position, and then secure it with the bulb holder. NOTICE:
Do not touch the glass part of the head-
light bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise
the transparency of the glass, the luminos-
ity of the bulb, and the bulb life will be ad-
versely affected. Thoroughly clean off any
dirt and fingerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with alcohol or
thinner.
[ECB00651]
1. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
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6. Connect the headlight coupler.
7. Install the headlight bulb cover.
NOTICE:
Make sure the headlight bulb cover is se-
curely fitted and seated properly.
[ECB01080]
8. Install the cover at the rear of the headlight.
9. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.EBU25551Adjusting a headlight beam NOTICEECB00690It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment.
To raise a headlight beam, turn the headlight beam
adjusting screw in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (b).EBU25642Replacing the tail/brake light bulb If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows. 1. Remove panel H. (See page 8-10.)
2. Remove the tail/brake light bulb holder (to- gether with the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight beam adjusting screw
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83. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise. 4. Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder, push it
in, and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
5. Install the bulb holder (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the panel.
EBU25651Removing a wheel 1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
3. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame.
4. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
5. Remove the wheel.
1. Tail/brake light bulb holder
1. Tail/brake light bulb
1. Wheel nut
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EBU25701Installing a wheel 1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Install the wheel and the nuts.TIP●The arrow mark on the tire must point toward
the rotating direction of the wheel.●Tapered nuts are used for both the front and rear
wheels. Install the nuts with their tapered side to-
wards the wheel.
3. Lower the ATV to the ground.
4. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specifiedtorques.
1. Arrow mark
1
1. Tapered nutTightening torques:Front wheel nut:55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf)
Rear wheel nut: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf)
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EBU25740Troubleshooting Although Yamaha ATVs receive a thorough in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in the fu-
el, compression, or ignition systems, for example,
can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts represent
quick and easy procedures for checking these vital
systems yourself. However, should your ATV re-
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose
skilled technicians have the necessary tools, expe-
rience, and know-how to service the ATV properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts. Im-
itation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB02280Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
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EBU27693Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the ATV.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the ATV.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
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8Engine overheating
WARNING
EWB02290Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before
removing the radiator cap. You could be burned by
hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure. Always put a thick rag over the cap when opening.
Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the rec-
ommended coolant as soon as possible.Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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