YAMAHA RHINO 700 2013 Owner's Manual

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Before you operate the Rhino●
Prepare yourself and your passenger:
This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with a valid motor vehicle li-cense. Check country laws for minimum age requirements.
This vehicle is designed to carry the driver and one passenger. Never carry passengers in the cargo bed.
Both driver and passenger shoul d wear seat belts properly.
Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with their backs against the backrests. Passenger must be able to reach and hold
the handholds within the cage/frame.
Both driver and passenger should wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. Both driver and passenger should also wear eye protection (goggles or a face shield),
gloves, over-the-ankle boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
Do not drive or ride as passenger after using drugs or alcohol.
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Prepare your vehicle
Perform the pre-operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operat-
ing condition. Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or equipment damage. See pages 5-1–5-2 for a list of pre-operation checks.
Prepare your load or trailer
Carrying loads, towing a trailer, or pulling objects can affect handling, stability, and cause the risk
of overturns or other accidents. Read Chapter 6 before loading, towing, or pulling objects.
Do not overload the vehicle or trailer. Refer to label in cargo bed for cargo bed load limit. Re- fer to label next to hitch for tongue weight and trailer load limits.
Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side, and as low and as far forward as pos-
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While using the Rhino●
Keep your body completely inside the vehicle at all times. Keep both hands on the steering
wheel. Be sure the passenger is seated, belted, and holding onto the handholds. Close doors
before driving. Any part of your body (arms, legs, and head) outside the vehicle can be struck
by objects your vehicle is passing or crushed by the vehicle cage/frame in a rollover accident.
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Watch for branches, brush, or other hazards that could enter the vehicle.
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Abrupt maneuvers or aggressive driving, even on flat, open areas, can cause loss of control,
including rollovers. The Rhino has higher gr ound clearance and other features to handle rug-
ged terrain, and, as a result, can overturn in situations where some other vehicles may not.
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Avoid rollovers:
Use care when turning:
Turning the steering wheel too far or too fast can result in a rollover.
Avoid sideways sliding, skidding, or back-wheel sliding, and never do donuts.
Slow down before entering a turn and avoid hard braking in a turn.
When making tight turns from a stop or at slow speeds, avoid sudden or hard accelera-
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Drive straight up and down inclines, not across them. If crossing a hill is unavoidable, drive slowly and turn downhill immediately if you feel the vehicle may tip.
Avoid paved surfaces. Turn gradually and go slowly if you must drive on pavement. This ve- hicle is designed for off-road use only.
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If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll, keep your body completely inside the protec-
tive structure of the vehicle:
Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly on the floorboards and keep a firm grip on the
steering wheel or handholds.
Do not put your hands or feet outside of the vehicle for any reason. Your arm or leg could be crushed.
Do not try to stop a vehicle tipover using your arm or leg.
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Do not operate this vehicle on any public street , road, or highway, even if dirt or gravel.
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Do not operate the vehicle in fast-flowing water or water deeper than 33 cm (13 in). If you must
cross shallow, slow-moving water, choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop-offs, large
rocks, or slippery surfaces. Operating this vehicle through deep or fast-flowing water can lead
to loss of control or overturn. To reduce your risk of drowning or other injuries, use care when
crossing through water.
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When loaded with cargo or towing a trailer:
Reduce speed, operate in low gear only, and allow more room to stop.
Avoid hills and rough terrain. Use extreme caution when towing or carrying a load on in-
clines.
Load trailer properly and use extra care when towing or pulling.
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Do not tow or pull objects from any part of the vehicle other than the trailer hitch bracket or
winch (if installed).
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Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be present even if you do not
see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly and you
can quickly be overcome and unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide
can linger for hours or days in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symp-
toms of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDI-
CAL TREATMENT.●
Do not run engine indoors. Even if you try to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open win-
dows and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels.
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Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas such as barns, garages, or
carports.
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Do not run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through open-
ings such as windows and doors.
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Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your Rhino is an important decision. Genuine Yamaha Accessories,
which are available only from a Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, and approved by
Yamaha for use on your Rhino.
Many companies with no connection to Yamaha manufacture parts and accessories or offer other
modifications for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a position to test the products that these af-
termarket companies produce. Therefore, Yamaha can neither endorse nor recommend the use
of accessories not sold by Yamaha or modifications not specifically recommended by Yamaha,
even if sold and installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket parts, accessories, and modifications
While you may find aftermarket products similar in design and quality to genuine Yamaha Acces-
sories, recognize that some aftermarket accessories or modifications are not suitable because of
potential safety hazards to you or others. Instal ling aftermarket products or having other modifica-
tions performed to your Rhino that change any of the vehicle’s design or operation characteristics
can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death. You are responsible for injuries
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Aftermarket tires and rims
The tires and rims that came with your Rhino were designed to match the performance capabili-
ties and to provide the best combination of handling, braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims, sizes,
and combinations may not be appropriate. Refer to pages 8-44–8-46 for tire specifications and
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EVU00080
1-DESCRIPTION
1. Headlights
2. Front shock absorber assembly
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air filter element
5. V-belt case
6. Driver seat
7. Driver seat belt
8. Cargo bed
9. Tail/brake lights
10. Rear shock absorber assembly
11. Cargo bed release levers
12. Spark plug
13. Door 14. Spark arrester
15. Passenger seat belt
16. Sun top (YXR7FSPD)
17. Passenger seat
18. Passenger handholds
19. Engine oil dipstick
20. Battery
21. Fuses
22. Coolant reservoir
23. Radiator cap
24. Oil filter cartridge
25. Fuel tank cap
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26. Light switch
27. Steering wheel
28. Main switch
29. On-Command four-wheel-drive and differential gear lock switches
30. Multi-function meter unit
31. Helmet/Seat belt indicator light
32. Auxiliary DC jack
33. Drive select lever
34. Parking brake lever
35. Accelerator pedal
36. Brake pedal
37. Horn switch
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