brake YAMAHA GRIZZLY 700 2018 Owners Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .............................. 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................ 2-1
DESCRIPTION................................................ 3-1Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-1
Controls and instruments............................ 3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................................... 4-1 Main switch ................................................. 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .............. 4-2
Multi-function display ................................. 4-5
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-8
Throttle lever ............................................. 4-13
Speed limiter ............................................. 4-14
Front brake lever ....................................... 4-15
Brake pedal and rear brake lever .............. 4-15
Drive select lever ....................................... 4-16
Fuel tank cap............................................. 4-16
Fuel ........................................................... 4-16
Seat ........................................................... 4-18 Storage compartments ............................. 4-19
Front carrier .............................................. 4-23
Rear carrier ............................................... 4-23
Adjusting the front and rear shock
absorber assemblies ............................. 4-23
Trailer hitch (YFM70GPHJ / YFM70GPSJ / YFM70GPLJ) .................. 4-24
Auxiliary DC jack....................................... 4-24
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................... 5-1 Fuel ............................................................. 5-3
Engine oil .................................................... 5-3
Final gear oil ............................................... 5-3
Differential gear oil ...................................... 5-3
Coolant ....................................................... 5-3
Front and rear brakes ................................. 5-3
Throttle lever ............................................... 5-4
Tires ............................................................ 5-4
Chassis fasteners ....................................... 5-6
Instruments, lights and switches ................ 5-7
OPERATION .................................................. 6-1 Starting the engine ..................................... 6-1UB1A60E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, March 1, 2017 2:36 PM

Operating the drive select lever and driving in reverse ....................................... 6-2
Engine break-in ........................................... 6-4
Parking ........................................................ 6-5
Parking on a slope ...................................... 6-5
Accessories and loading ............................. 6-5
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 ............. 7-10
TURNING YOUR ATV................................ 7-13
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-14
RIDING DOWNHILL .................................. 7-16
CROSSING A SLOPE................................ 7-18
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER .................................................... 7-19
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ............. 7-21
SLIDING AND SKIDDING.......................... 7-22
WHAT TO DO IF... ..................................... 7-23
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.......................................................... 8-5
Removing and installing panels ................ 8-10
Checking the spark plug........................... 8-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 8-21
Final gear oil ............................................. 8-25
Differential gear oil .................................... 8-28
Coolant ..................................................... 8-30
Cleaning the air filter element ................... 8-38
Cleaning the spark arrester ...................... 8-40
V-belt case drain plug............................... 8-42
Adjusting the throttle lever free play ......... 8-42
Valve clearance......................................... 8-43
Brakes....................................................... 8-43
Checking the front and rear brake pads... 8-43
Checking the brake fluid level .................. 8-44
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 8-46
Checking the front and rear brake lever free play .................................................. 8-46
Adjusting the brake pedal free play .......... 8-47
Axle boots................................................. 8-49
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-49
Checking and lubricating the front and rear brake levers ..................................... 8-50
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Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ....................................................... 8-51
Checking the wheel hub bearings............. 8-51
Checking the stabilizer bushes ................. 8-51
Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots ........... 8-52
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-52
Battery....................................................... 8-53
Replacing a fuse ....................................... 8-57
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-59
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-61
Tail/brake light........................................... 8-62
Removing a wheel ..................................... 8-62
Installing a wheel....................................... 8-62
Troubleshooting ........................................ 8-63
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 8-64
CLEANING AND STORAGE ........................... 9-1 Cleaning ...................................................... 9-1
Storage........................................................ 9-2
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ....................... 11-1 Identification numbers .............................. 11-1
INDEX ........................................................... 12-1
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technique described in this manual on level
ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.
 Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll
backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall-
ing, use the proper gear range and maintain a
steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or
roll backwards, follow the special procedure for
braking described in this manual. Dismount on
the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight up-
hill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following
the procedure described in this manual.
 Always check for obstacles before operating in
a new area.
 Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,
such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow
proper procedures when operating over obsta-
cles as described in this manual.
 Always be careful when skidding or sliding.
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by
practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as
ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to
reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of
control. 
Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in
water deeper than that recommended in this
manual. Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after
leaving water. If necessary, apply them several
times to let friction dry out the linings.
 Always be sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you when you operate in reverse. When
it is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly.
 Always use the size and type of tires specified in
this manual.
 Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-
scribed in this manual.
 Never exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached. Reduce speed and follow in-
structions in this manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for brak-
ing.
 Do not operate your ATV during darkness un-
less it is equipped with a properly functioning
headlight. Off-road riding is inherently danger-
ous and additionally, off-road trails do not have
streetlights to guide you.
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DESCRIPTION
EBU17691Left view
EBU17701Right 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
2,3
4
6
7
8
1. Rear storage compartment
2. Fuel tank cap
3. Owner’s tool kit
4. Center storage compartment
5. Spark plug
6. Spring preload adjuster
7. Brake pedal
8. V-belt case drain plug
5
1
6
6
2
3
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EBU17714Controls and instruments
TIPThe ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.
1. Drive select lever
2. Rear brake lever
3. Handlebar switches
4. Rear brake fluid reservoir
5. Horn switch
6. Multi-function display
7. Front brake fluid reservoir
8. On-Command four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock switch
9. Throttle lever
10.Front brake lever
11.Front storage compartment
12.Main switch
13.Auxiliary DC jack1
5
234 6 78
10
911 13
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3. Tighten the locknut.
EBU18392Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the right han-
dlebar. To apply the front brake, pull the brake le-
ver toward the handlebar grip.EBU18443Brake pedal and rear brake leverThe brake pedal is located on the right side of the
ATV and the rear brake lever is located on the left
handlebar. To apply the rear brake, push down on
the brake pedal or pull the brake lever toward the
handlebar grip.1. Front brake lever
1. Brake pedal
1. Rear brake lever
1
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Front brake• Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-3, 8-43, 8-44, 8-46
Rear brake • Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-3, 8-43, 8-44, 8-46,
8-47
Throttle lever • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever
housing if necessary.
• Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary. 5-4, 8-42
Control cables • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-49
Wheels and tires • Check wheel condition, and replace if damaged.
• Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure. Correct if necessary. 5-4
Brake pedal • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting point
if necessary. 8-51
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary. 8-50
Axle boots • Check for cracks or damage, and replace if necessary. 8-49
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-6
Instruments, lights and
switches • Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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EBU19542FuelMake sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
(See page 4-16.)EBU19561Engine oilMake sure that the engine oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-21.)EBU19591Final gear oilMake sure that the final gear oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-25.)EBU19601Differential gear oilMake sure that the differential gear oil is at the
specified level. Add oil as necessary. (See page
8-28.)EBU19632CoolantMake sure that the coolant is at the specified level.
Add coolant as necessary. (See page 8-30.)
TIPThe coolant level must be checked on a cold en-
gine since the level varies with engine tempera-
ture. EBU29083Front and rear brakesBrake levers and brake pedal
Check that there is no free play in the front and
rear brake levers. If there is free play, have a
Yamaha dealer check the brake system.
 Check for correct free play in the brake pedal. If
the free play is incorrect, adjust it. (See page
8-47.)
 Check the operation of the brake levers and
pedal. They should move smoothly and there
should be a firm feeling when the brakes are ap-
plied. If not, have a Yamaha dealer check the
brake system.
Brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
(See page 8-44.)
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Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the
pipe joints or brake fluid reservoirs. Apply the
brakes firmly for one minute. If a lever moves
slowly inward, there may be a leak in the brake
system. If there is any leakage, the brake system
should be checked by a Yamaha dealer.
Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to
make sure they are working properly. If the brakes
do not provide proper braking performance,
check the brake pads for wear. (See page 8-43.)
EBU19762Throttle leverCheck the operation of the throttle lever. It must
open smoothly and spring back to the idle position
when released. Have a Yamaha dealer correct if
necessary.
EBU19816TiresCheck tire pressure regularly to make sure it is at
the recommended specifications. Also check for
wear and damage.
Tire pressure
Use a tire pressure gauge to check and adjust tire
air pressure when the tires are cold. The tire air
pressure must be equal on both sides.
WARNING! Operation of this vehicle with im- proper tire pressure may cause severe injury or
death from loss of control or rollover. Tire
pressure below the minimum specified could
also cause the tire to dislodge from the rim un-
der severe riding conditions.
[EWB02542]
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
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