air filter YAMAHA GRIZZLY 700 2012 Owners Manual

Parking ....................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ..................................... 6-5
Accessories and loading ............................ 6-6
RIDING YOUR ATV ...................................... 7-1
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV............... 7-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD
JUDGMENT .............................................. 7-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE ............. 7-9
TURNING YOUR ATV .............................. 7-12
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-13
RIDING DOWNHILL.................................. 7-16
CROSSING A SLOPE............................... 7-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER ................................................... 7-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ........... 7-21
SLIDING AND SKIDDING ......................... 7-21
WHAT TO DO IF... .................................... 7-22
WHAT TO DO... ........................................ 7-23
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ............................................... 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ....................... 8-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ..................... 8-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................... 8-5Removing and installing panels ................8-10
Removing the radiator grills ......................8-20
Checking the spark plug ...........................8-20
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................8-22
Final gear oil .............................................8-27
Differential gear oil ....................................8-29
Coolant .....................................................8-32
Cleaning the air filter element ...................8-39
Cleaning the spark arrester ......................8-42
V-belt case drain plug ...............................8-44
Adjusting the throttle lever free play .........8-45
Valve clearance ........................................8-46
Adjusting the drive select lever safety
system cable ...........................................8-46
Brakes .......................................................8-46
Checking the front and rear brake pads ...8-46
Checking the rear brake hose
protectors ................................................8-47
Checking the brake fluid level ...................8-48
Changing the brake fluid ...........................8-49
Checking the front and rear brake lever
free play ..................................................8-50
Adjusting the brake pedal free play ..........8-50
Axle boots .................................................8-52
Checking and lubricating the cables .........8-53
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers .....................................8-53
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EBU17680
DESCRIPTION
EBU17690Left view
EBU17700Right view
1. Radiator cap
2. Battery
3. Fuses
4. Air filter case
5. Spark arrester
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Oil filter cartridge
8. Coolant reservoir
5
1. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting
ring
2. Rear storage compartment and tool kit
3. Fuel tank cap cover
4. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting
ring
5. Spark plug
6. Brake pedal
7. V-belt case drain plug
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7 The ATV can be used to cross slow moving, shal-
low water of up to a maximum of 35 cm (14 in) in
depth. Before entering the water, choose your path
carefully. Enter where there is no sharp drop off,
and avoid rocks or other obstacles which may be
slippery or upset the ATV. Drive slowly and care-
fully.
Test your brakes after leaving the water. If neces-
sary, apply them several times to let friction dry out
the linings. Do not continue to ride your ATV with-
out verifying that you have regained proper brakingability. WARNING! Wet brakes may have re-
duced stopping ability, which could cause loss
of control.
[EWB02621]
After riding your ATV in water, be sure to drain the
trapped water by removing the check hoses at the
bottom of the air filter case. Also, remove the drain
plugs from the front and rear storage compart-
ments and the V-belt case to drain any water that
may have accumulated. NOTICE: Undrained wa-
ter can cause damage or improper operation.[ECB00841]Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operat-
ed in salt water or muddy conditions.
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1. Air filter case check hose
1. Air filter case check hose
1. Storage compartment drain plug
1. Storage compartment drain plug
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EBU21865General maintenance and lubrication chart TIP
For ATVs not equipped with an odometer or an hour meter, follow the month maintenance intervals.
For ATVs equipped with an odometer or an hour meter, follow the km (mi) or hours maintenance inter-
vals. However, keep in mind that if the ATV isn’t used for a long period of time, the month maintenance
intervals should be followed.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools,
data and technical skills.NO. ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOBINITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes
firstmonth136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1300
(800)2500
(1600)2500
(1600)5000
(3200)
hours 20 80 160 160 320
1 Air filter elementClean and replace if necessary.Every 20–40 hours (more often in wet or
dusty areas)
2*Front brakeCheck operation and correct if necessary.
Check fluid level and ATV for fluid leakage, and
correct if necessary.√√√√√
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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10*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened.√√√√√
11*Shock absorber as-
sembliesCheck operation and correct if necessary.
Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.√√√
12*Stabilizer bushesCheck for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary.√√√
13*Rear knuckle pivotsLubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.√√√
14*Steering shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.√√√
15*Steering systemCheck operation and repair or replace if damaged.
Check toe-in and adjust if necessary.√√√√√
16*Engine mountCheck for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary.√√√
17*Axle bootsCheck for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary.√√√√√
18 Engine oilChange.
Check ATV for oil leakage, and correct if neces-
sary.√ √√√
19Engine oil filter car-
tridgeReplace.√√√ NO. ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOBINITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes
firstmonth136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1300
(800)2500
(1600)2500
(1600)5000
(3200)
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EBU27805Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Clean or, if necessary, replace
the air filter element more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.TIPThere are two check hoses at the bottom of the air
filter case, which are located behind panels D and
E. (See page 8-10 for an explanation on removing
the panels.) Check the hoses periodically and, if
dust or water collects in them, empty them and
clean the air filter element and air filter case.
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove panel C. (See page 8-10.)1. Air filter case check hose
1. Air filter case check hose
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8 3. Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking
the holders.
4. Remove the sponge material and the mesh
from the air filter case.
5. Clean the mesh with solvent, and then wipe
the solvent off.
1. Air filter case cover holder
2. Air filter case cover
1. Sponge material
2. Air filter mesh
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86. Wash the sponge material gently, but thor-
oughly, in solvent. WARNING! Always use
parts cleaning solvent to clean the sponge
material. Never use low-flash-point sol-
vents or gasoline to clean the sponge ma-
terial because the engine could catch fire
or explode.
[EWB01941]
7. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge
material and let it dry. NOTICE: Do not twist
the sponge material when squeezing it.
[ECB00441]
8. Check the sponge material and replace it if
damaged.
9. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other qual-
ity foam air filter oil to the sponge material.
TIPThe sponge material should be wet but not drip-
ping.10. Install the mesh and the sponge material into
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make sure that
the air filter element is properly seated in
the air filter case. Never operate the engine
with the air filter element removed. This
will allow unfiltered air to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear and possible
engine damage. Additionally, operation
without the air filter element will affect the
fuel injection system with subsequent
poor performance and possible engine
overheating.
[ECB00761]
11. Insert the projections on the air filter case cov-
er into the holders on the air filter case, and
then install the air filter case cover by hooking
the holders onto the cover.
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8 12. Place the hoses in their original position as
shown.13. Install the panel.
TIPThe air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated more
often if the ATV is operated in extremely dusty ar-
eas. Each time the air filter element maintenance
is performed, check the air inlet of the air filter case
for obstructions. Check the air filter case rubber
joint to the throttle body and the rubber joint mani-
fold fittings for an air-tight seal. Tighten all fittings
securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air en-
tering the engine.EBU27813Cleaning the spark arrester Select a well-ventilated area free of combustible
materials and make sure the exhaust and muffler
are cool.
1. Remove the tailpipe bolts.
1. Air filter case cover
1. Hose
1
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