belt YAMAHA RHINO 660 2006 User Guide

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1-DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
This off-highway utility vehicle will handle and ma-
neuver differently from an ordinary passenger car
or other vehicle.
Before you begin to use your vehicle, be sure you
have read this Owner’s Manual completely and
understand the operation of the controls. Pay par-
ticular attention to the safety information on pages
2-1–2-15. Please also read all caution and warn-
ing labels on your vehicle.
This vehicle is designed for the operator and one
passenger. The driver and passenger must always
wear a seat belt. Never carry passengers in the
cargo bed.
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WARNING
Always wear your seat belt when riding in the
vehicle. Be sure the seat belt is close-fitting
across your hips and chest and is latched se-
curely. Wearing the seat belt improperly in-
creases the risk of being killed or seriously
injured in an accident.
WARNING
Never carry a passenger in the cargo bed. This
cargo bed is designed to carry cargo only. The
passenger could fall, be thrown out, or be
struck by objects in the cargo bed.The total weight of operator, passenger, accesso-
ries, cargo, trailer tongue weight, and the vehicle
itself must not exceed 907 kg (2,000 lb). (See
“Loading” on pages 6-33–6-37.) Carrying a pas-
senger and cargo can affect vehicle handling.
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WARNING


Never exceed the stated maximum load ca-
pacity for this vehicle.


Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached.


Reduce speed when carrying cargo or tow-
ing a trailer. Allow greater distance for
braking.


Always follow the instructions in your
Owner’s Manual for carrying cargo or tow-
ing a trailer.
The driver and passenger must always wear a
seat belt and an approved motorcycle helmet. Also
wear eye protection and protective clothing, in-
cluding over-the-ankle boots, gloves, a long-
sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. Keep
hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
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7-29 1. Air filter case check hose
1. Tube de vidange du boîtier de filtre à air
1. Tubo de vaciado de la caja del filtro de aire
1. V-belt cooling duct check hose
1. Tube de vidange du conduit de refroidissement de la courroie trapé-
zoïdale
1. Tubo de vaciado del conducto de refrigeración de la correa tra-
pezoidal
CAUTION:_ After riding your vehicle in water, be sure to
drain the trapped water by removing the check
hose at the bottom of the air filter case, the V-
belt cooling duct check hose, the drive select
lever box check hose and the V-belt case drain
plug. Wash the vehicle in fresh water if it has
been operated in salt water or muddy condi-
tions. _
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7-31 1. Drive select lever box check hose
1. Tube de vidange du boîtier de sélecteur de marche
1. Tubo de vaciado de la caja de la palanca selectora de marcha
1. V-belt case drain plug
1. Bouchon de vidange du carter de courroie trapézoïdale
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Engine oil
Replace (warm engine before draining).Engine oil filter cartridge
Replace.Final gear oil
Check oil level/oil leakage.
Replace.Differential gear oil
Front brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see NOTE page
8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Rear brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see NOTE page
8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Accelerator pedal*
Check operation and free play.V-belt*Check operation.
Check for wear, cracks, or damage.Wheels*Check balance/damage/runout.
Repair if necessary.Wheel bearings*Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*Check operation and for leakage.
Correct if necessary.Steering system*Check operation and for looseness/Replace if damaged.
Check toe-in/Adjust if necessary.Rear upper and lower
knuckle pivots*Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Drive shaft universal joint*
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Engine mount*Check for cracks or damage.
Check bolt tightness.Front and rear axle boots*Check operation.
Replace if damaged.Stabilizer bushings*
Check for cracks or damage.
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
month136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1,200
(750)2,400
(1,500)2,400
(1,500)4,800
(3,000)
hours 20 75 150 150 300
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8-73 1. V-belt cooling duct check hose
1. Tube de vidange du conduit de refroidissement de la courroie trapé-
zoïdale
1. Tubo de vaciado del conducto de refrigeración de la correa tra-
pezoidal
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V-belt cooling duct check hose
The V-belt cooling duct check hose is located un-
der the driver seat. (See page 4-43 for seat remov-
al and installation procedures.)
If dust or water collects in the V-belt cooling duct
check hose, remove the hose and clean it.
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8-75 1. V-belt case drain plug
1. Bouchon de vidange du carter de courroie trapézoïdale
1. Tapón de vaciado de la caja de la correa trapezoidal
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V-belt case drain plug
The V-belt case drain plug is located under the
driver seat. (See page 4-43 for seat removal and
installation procedures.)
After riding in water deep enough to allow water to
enter the V-belt case, remove the drain plug to
drain any water from the case.NOTE:_ If water drains from the V-belt case after removing
the drain plug, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
vehicle as the water may affect other engine parts. _
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Spark plug:
Type/manufacturer DPR8EA-9/NGK
Spark plug gap 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Clutch type: Wet, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system V-belt
Secondary reduction system Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio 41/21
× 24/18
× 33/9 (9.544)
Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Right hand operation
Reverse gear 25/17 (1.471)
Sub transmission ratio low 35/17 (2.058)
high 28/19 (1.473)
Chassis:
Frame type Steel tube frame
Caster angle 5.0°
Trail 26.0 mm (1.02 in)
Tire:
Ty p e Tu b e l e s s
Size front 25
× 8-12NHS
rear 25 × 10-12NHS Model YXR66FAV
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