check engine YAMAHA RHINO 700 2012 Notices Demploi (in French)

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Become familiar with the way the vehicle feels in
low and high ranges, first in two-wheel drive
“2WD” and then in four-wheel drive “4WD” and
four-wheel drive with the differential locked
“LOCK”. Steering may take more effort in four-
wheel drive with the differential locked “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–
5-33. Follow the instructions starting on pages
6-7–6-11 to start the engine.
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Downhill
Check the terrain carefully before going downhill.
When possible, choose a path that lets you drive
your vehicle straight downhill. Choose your path
carefully and drive slowly enough to be able to re-
act to obstacles that you encounter.
For more traction and control, before going down
steeper and/or rougher slopes, shift into low gear
and select “4WD” or “LOCK”. Engine braking will
help you go downhill slowly. Go as slowly as pos-
sible. If you begin to go too fast, apply the brakes
gently. Avoid hard application of the brakes, which
could cause the vehicle to slide.
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Brush or wooded areas
When operating in areas with brush or trees,
watch carefully on both sides and above the vehi-
cle for obstacles such as branches that the vehicle
might hit, causing an accident. Watch for brush
that might enter the vehicle as you pass and strike
you or the passenger. Never hold onto the cage/
frame. The passenger should always hold onto the
handholds with both hands.
The muffler and other engine parts become ex-
tremely hot during operation and remain hot after
the engine has stopped. To reduce the risk of fire
during operation or after leaving the vehicle, do not
let brush, grass and other materials collect under
the vehicle, near the muffler or exhaust pipe, or
next to other hot parts. Check under the vehicle af-
ter operating in areas where combustible materials
may have collected. Do not idle or park the vehicle
in long dry grass or other dry ground cover.
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EVU01650
General maintenance and lubrication chart
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
month136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1200
(750)2400
(1500)2400
(1500)4800
(3000)
hours 20 75 150 150 300
Cooling system*Check coolant leakage.
Repair if necessary.
Replace coolant every 24 months.
Air filter elementClean.
Replace if necessary.Every 20–40 hours
(More often in wet or dusty areas.)
Engine oilReplace (warm engine before draining).Engine oil filter cartridgeReplace.Final gear oil
Check oil level/oil leakage.
Replace.Differential gear oil
Front brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see page 8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Rear brake*Check operation/brake pad wear/fluid leakage/see page 8-9.
Correct if necessary. Replace pads if worn to the limit.Parking brake*Check operation and free play/brake pad wear.
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.
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TIP

Some maintenance items need more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet, dusty, sandy or
muddy areas, or at full throttle.


Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and calipers, and
change the brake fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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.Fittings and fasteners*Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
Correct if necessary.
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
month136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1200
(750)2400
(1500)2400
(1500)4800
(3000)
hours 20 75 150 150 300
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1. Jauge d’huile moteur
1. Varilla de medición del aceite del motor
1
5B410012
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge
Check engine oil level before each operation. In
addition, change the oil and the oil filter cartridge at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove the console. (See pages 8-21–8-23
for console removal and installation proce-
dures.)
3. Check the engine oil level on a cold engine. TIPIf the engine was started before checking the oil
level, be sure to warm up the engine sufficiently,
and then wait at least 10 minutes until the oil set-
tles for an accurate reading.4. Remove the engine oil dipstick, and then
wipe it off with a clean rag.
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8-27 1. Maximum level mark 2. Minimum level mark
1. Repère de niveau maximum 2. Repère de niveau minimum
1. Marca de nivel máximo 2. Marca de nivel mínimo
1
2
5. Insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler
hole, and then remove it again to check the
oil level. TIPThe engine oil should be between the minimum
and maximum level marks.6. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum
level mark, add sufficient oil of the recom-
mended type to raise it to the correct level.
7. Insert the dipstick completely into the oil filler
hole.
8. Reinstall the console.
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NOTICE

In order to prevent clutch slippage (since
the engine oil also lubricates the clutch),
do not mix any chemical additives with oil.
Do not use oils with a diesel specification
of “CD” or oils of a higher quality than
specified. In addition, do not use oils la-
beled “ENERGY CONSERVING II” or high-
er.


Make sure that no foreign material enters
the crankcase.
13. Start the engine, and then let it idle for sever-
al minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If
oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
14. Turn the engine off, wait at least 10 minutes,
and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
15. Reinstall the console.
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8-55 1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Maximum level mark 3. Minimum level mark
1. Bouchon du vase d’expansion
2. Repère de niveau maximum 3. Repère de niveau minimum
1. Tapón del depósito de refrigerante
2. Marca de nivel máximo 3. Marca de nivel mínimo
1
2
3
5B410015
Coolant
The coolant level should be checked before each
ride.
Checking the coolant level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Check the coolant level in the coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold as the coolant
level varies with engine temperature. TIPThe coolant should be between the minimum and
maximum level marks.3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level
mark, remove the coolant reservoir cap, add
coolant to the maximum level mark, reinstall
the reservoir cap.
Coolant reservoir capacity
(up to the maximum level mark):
0.32 L (0.34 US qt, 0.28 Imp.qt)
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The air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated
more often if the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty areas. Each time air filter element mainte-
nance is performed, check the air inlet to the air fil-
ter case for obstructions. Check the air filter
element rubber joint to the throttle body and mani-
fold fittings for an airtight seal. Tighten all fittings
securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air en-
tering the engine.NOTICENever operate the engine with the air filter ele-
ment removed. This will allow unfiltered air to
enter, causing rapid engine wear and possible
engine damage. Additionally, operation with-
out the air filter element will affect the fuel in-
jection system with subsequent poor
performance and possible engine overheating.
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