check YAMAHA RHINO 700 2010 Owner's Manual

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Accelerator pedal
Check to see that the accelerator pedal operates
correctly. It must operate smoothly and spring
back to the idle position fully when released. Have
a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper
operation.
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Seat beltsMake sure that the seat belts are not frayed, torn,
stretched, or damaged. The seat belts must move
smoothly when pulled out and retract on its own
when released. The seat belts must also lock up
when quickly pulled out. The latch plate should
click securely into the buckle and release when the
release button is pushed firmly. Wash off any dirt
or mud that could affect operation. Have a
Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper op-
eration.
A crash can damage the restraint systems in your
vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not
properly protect the person using it, resulting in se-
rious injury or death in a crash. To help make sure
your restraint systems are working properly after a
crash, have them inspected and any necessary re-
placements made as soon as possible.
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Steering
Park on level ground. Turn the steering wheel right
and left. Check for excessive free play, abnormal
noises, or a rough feeling. Have a Yamaha dealer
repair as necessary for proper operation.
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Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the vehicle to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque.
Instruments, lights and switches
Check that all instruments, lights and switches are
working properly. Correct if necessary.
Control cables
When riding in cold weather, always make sure all
control cables work smoothly before you begin
riding. WARNING! Control cables can freeze in
cold weather and you could be unable to con-
trol the vehicle.
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Tires
Check tire pressure regularly to make sure it is at
the recommended specifications. Also check for
wear and damage.
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Tire pressure
Use the tire pressure gauge to check and adjust
tire pressures when the tires are cold. Tire pres-
sures must be equal on both sides. WARNING!
Operation of this vehicle with improper 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 under severe
riding conditions.
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Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to “” (on).NOTICEThe On-Command differential gear lock indica-
tor light, coolant temperature warning light
and engine trouble warning light should come
on, then go off.
The EPS warning light should come on, then
go off when the engine is started.
If a warning or indicator light does not go off,
see pages 4-5 and 4-15–4-21 for the corre-
sponding warning and indicator light circuit
check.2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po-
sition.

When the drive select lever is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light should
come on. If the neutral indicator light does not
come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the
electric circuit.
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6-13 1. Drive select lever 2. L (Low-range)
3. H (High-range) 4. N (Neutral)
5. R (Reverse)
1. Sélecteur de marche 2. L (gamme basse)
3. H (gamme haute) 4. N (point mort)
5. R (marche arrière)
1. Palanca de selección de marcha
2. L (marcha corta) 3. H (marcha larga)
4. N (punto muerto) 5. R (marcha atrás)
1
2
5 4
3
Shifting: neutral to reverse
WARNING
Before you shift into reverse, make sure there
are no obstacles or people behind you. When it
is safe to proceed, go slowly. Hitting an obsta-
cle or person could result in serious injury or
death.1. Stop the vehicle, take your foot off the accel-
erator pedal, and check behind you.
2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift from neutral to reverse or vice versa by
moving the drive select lever along the shift
guide.


When in reverse, the reverse indicator
light should be on. Due to the synchroniz-
ing mechanism in the engine, the light
may not come on until the vehicle starts
moving.


If the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect the reverse in-
dicator light electrical circuit.
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4. Release the parking brake.
5. Check behind the vehicle for people or obsta-
cles, and then release the brake pedal.
6. Press the accelerator pedal gradually and
continue to watch to the rear while backing.
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DRIVER
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Driver requirements

This vehicle is intended for use only by an op-
erator 16 or older with a valid motor vehicle li-
cense. Check country laws for minimum age
requirements.


The driver must be able to place both feet flat
on the floorboard while seated upright with his/
her back against the seat back.


Do not drive after using drugs or alcohol.
Remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in
use to prevent unauthorized use of the machine.
Parents:
Many countries have implemented new motor ve-
hicle licensing requirements for young drivers.
These requirements are in response to the dispro-
portionately high rate of crashes involving youthful
drivers. As with automobiles, to promote safe driv-
ing behaviors, you should supervise younger driv-
ers and consider setting rules and putting limits on
how, when, and where the Rhino can be used.
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7-19 1. Buckle 2. Latch plate 3. Release button
1. Boucle 2. Attache 3. Bouton de déblocage
1. Hebilla 2. Fijación3.Botón de desbloqueo
1
3
2
1. Seat belt height adjuster 2. Seat belt 3. Slot
1. Dispositif de règlement de hauteur de ceinture de sécurité
2. Ceinture de sécurité3. Fente
1. Regulador de altura del cinturón de seguridad
2. Cinturón de seguridad 3. Ranura
1
2
3
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it
clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure
it is secure.
4. Put the lap portion of the belt low on your
hips. Pull up on the shoulder part so the belt
is snug across your hips. Be sure the seat
belt is not caught on the hip restraint or other
object.
5. Position the shoulder belt over your shoulder
and across your chest. The shoulder belt
should fit against your chest. If it is loose, pull
the belt out all the way and then let it retract.
6. Check if the seat belt shoulder position suits
the size of the driver and passengers.
To lower the belt, insert the belt into the seat
belt height adjuster slot as shown. To raise
the belt, remove the belt from the height ad-
juster slot.
7. To release the buckle, firmly press the re-
lease button.
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Become familiar with the way the vehicle feels in
low and high ranges, first in two-wheel drive with
both differentials unlocked “DIFF UNLOCK” and
with the rear differential locked “2WD”, and then in
four-wheel drive “4WD” and four-wheel drive with
the differential locked “DIFF LOCK”. Steering may
take more effort in four-wheel drive with the differ-
ential locked “DIFF LOCK”. Also practice driving in
reverse.
Take the time to learn basic operation of the vehi-
cle before attempting more difficult maneuvers.
Getting ready to ride
Perform the Pre-Operation Checks on pages 5-1–
5-31. Follow the instructions starting on pages
6-7–6-9 to start the engine.
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Uphill
Do not attempt to climb hills until you have mas-
tered basic maneuvers on flat ground. Drive
straight up hills, and avoid crossing the side of a
hill, which increases your risk of rollover. Practice
first on gentle slopes before attempting steeper
hills. Always check the terrain carefully before at-
tempting any hill.
To climb a hill, you need traction, momentum, and
steady throttle. For more traction and control for
climbing steeper and/or rougher slopes, shift into
low gear and select “4WD” or “DIFF LOCK”. Travel
fast enough to maintain momentum, but not so fast
that you cannot react to changes in the terrain as
you climb.
Slow down when you reach the crest of the hill if
you cannot see clearly what is on the other side –
there could be another person, an obstacle, or a
sharp drop-off.
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