service YAMAHA VIKING 2016 Owners Manual

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YAMAHAB42-F1696-10
WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading this vehicle may
cause severe injury or death from loss of control or
rollover.Never set or allow tire pressure to be below the minimum.
Tire may dislodge from rim. VEHICLE LOAD of 0 kg (0 lb) ~ 300 kg (661 lbs)
Recommended: FRONT: REAR:
Minimum: FRONT: REAR:75 kPa
100 kPa
70 kPa
95 kPa
VEHICLE LOAD of 300 kg (661 lbs) ~ 411 kg (906 lbs)Recommended: FRONT: REAR:
Minimum: FRONT: REAR:75 kPa
125 kPa
70 kPa
120 kPa (11 psi)
(15 psi)
(10 psi)
(14 psi)
(11 psi)
(18 psi)
(10 psi)
(17 psi)
*Vehicle load is weight of operator, passengers,
accessories, cargo, and (if applicable) trailer tongue
weight. Do not exceed maximum vehicle load.Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 1080 kg (2381 lbs)
maximum including vehicle, weight of operator,
passengers, accessories, cargo, and (if applicable)
trailer tongue weight.OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE: With tires cold, set as follows.
YAMAHA B42-F1696-20
AVERTISSEMENT
Une pression de gonflage incorrecte des pneus ou la
surcharge du véhicule risquent de provoquer une perte
de contrôle ou un capotage, entraînant des
blessures, voire la mort. Ne jamais régler la pression de gonflage ni la
laisser baisser sous le seuil minimal; le pneu risque
de se déjanter.
CHARGE DU VÉHICULE : de 0 kg (0 lbs) à 300 kg (661 lbs)Recommandation:
AVA N T:
ARRIÈRE:
Minimum:
AVA N T:
ARRIÈRE:
CHARGE DU VÉHICULE : de 300 kg (661 lbs) à 411 kg (906 lbs)Recommandation:
AVA N T:
ARRIÈRE:
Minimum:
AVA N T:
ARRIÈRE:
(11 psi)
(15 psi)
(10 psi)
(14 psi)
(11 psi)
(18 psi)
(10 psi)
(17 psi)
75 kPa
100 kPa
70 kPa
95 kPa
75 kPa
125 kPa
70 kPa
120 kPa
*
La charge du véhicule comprend le poids du conducteur,
du passager, des accessoires, de l’équipement et
(le cas échéant) du timon. Ne pas dépasser la charge
maximale du véhicule.Poids nominal brut du véhicule (PNBV) : 1080 kg (2381 lbs)
maximum, y compris le poids du véhicule, du conducteur,
du passager, des accessoires, de l’équipement, et
(le cas échéant) du timon.PRESSION DE SERVICE DES PNEUS : Régler les pneus à froid.
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To lowerWith hands and fingers clear of pinch points,
lower the cargo bed slowly to its original po-
sition and be sure it is locked into place.
WARNING! Keep hands, body, and other
people away from pinch points when low-
ering bed. Do not hold onto the
cage/frame while closing the bed.
[EWB03260]
EBU31540
The front and rear shock absorber as-
semblies
WARNING
EWB00411These shock absorber assemblies contain
highly pressurized ni trogen gas. Read and
understand the following information be-
fore handling the shock absorber assem-
blies.
 Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assemblies. 
Do not subject the shock absorber as-
semblies to an open flame or other high
heat source. This may cause the unit to
explode due to excessive gas pressure.
 Do not deform or damage the cylinders
in any way. Cylinder damage will result in
poor damping performance.
 Do not dispose of a damaged or worn
out shock absorber assembly yourself.
Take the shock absorber assembly to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
EBU31550Trailer hitch bracket and receiverThis vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch
bracket and a 5 cm (2 in) receiver for a stan-
dard trailer hitch. Tr ailer towing equipment
can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer. (See
page 6-7 for precaution information.)
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EBU31830Fittings and fastenersAlways 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.EBU31840Instruments, lights and switchesCheck that all instruments, lights and switch-
es are working properly. Correct if necessary.EBU31850Control cablesWhen 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 control the vehicle.
[EWB03280]
EBU33050
TiresCheck tire pressure regularly to make sure it
is at the recommended specifications. Also
check for wear and damage. Tire pressure
Use the tire pressure gauge to check and ad-
just tire pressures when the tires are cold. Tire
pressures 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 roll-
over. Tire pressure below the minimum
specified could also cause the tire to dis-
lodge from the rim under severe riding
conditions.
[EWB02542]
Set tire pressures to the following specifica-
tions:
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EBU32000PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTEBU32010Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrica-
tion will keep your vehicle in the safest and
most efficient condition possible. Safety is an
obligation of the vehicle owner/operator. The
most important points of vehicle inspection,
adjustment, and lubrication are explained on
the following pages.
WARNING
EWB01842Failure to properly maintain the vehicle or
performing maintenance activities incor-
rectly may increase your risk of injury or
death during service or while using the ve-
hicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle
service, have a Yamaha dealer perform the
service.
WARNING
EWB02563Turn off the engine when performing main-
tenance unless otherwise specified.
A running engine has moving parts that
can catch on body parts or clothing and
electrical parts that can cause shocks or
fires.
 Running the engine while servicing can
lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon
monoxide poisoning - possibly leading
to death. See page 2-5 for more informa-
tion about carbon monoxide.
WARNING
EWB02691Brake discs, calipers, drums, and linings
can become very hot during use. To avoid
possible burns, let brake components cool
before touching them.
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EBU33060Owner’s manual and tool kitYou are recommended to put this owner’s
manual in the vinyl bag and always carry it in
the glove compartment as shown. Put the
owner’s tool kit and tire pressure gauge under
the right passenger seat.The service information included in this man-
ual is intended to provide you, the owner, with
the necessary information for completing
your own preventive maintenance and minor
repairs.
The tools provided in the owner’s tool kit are
sufficient for this purpose, except that a
torque wrench is also necessary to properly
tighten nuts and bolts.1. Owner’s manual
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1. Owner’s tool kit
2. Tire pressure gauge
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If you do not have a torque wrench available
during a service operation requiring one, take
your vehicle to a Yamaha dealer to check the
torque settings and adjust them as neces-
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EBU32330TIPSome maintenance items need more frequent serv ice 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.17 *Rear upper and
lower knuckle
pivots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
18 *Drive shaft uni-
versal joint • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
19 *Engine mount • Check for cracks or damage.
• Check bolt tightness. √√√
20 *Front and rear
axle boots • Check for cracks or other damage, and re-
place if necessary. √√
21 *Fittings and fas-
teners • Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
• Correct if necessary.
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NO. ITEM
ROUTINE INITIAL
EVERY
Whichev- er comes first month136612
km
(mi) 320
(200) 1200
(750) 2400
(1500) 2400
(1500) 4800
(3000)
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EBU32460Valve clearanceThe correct valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper fuel/air supply or
engine noise. To prevent this, the valve clear-
ance must be adjusted regularly. This adjust-
ment however, should be left to a
professional Yamaha service technician.EBU32470BrakesReplacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. Brake service
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB02572Operating with improperly serviced or ad-
justed brakes could lead to a loss in brak-
ing ability and an accident.
EBU32480Checking the front and rear brake padsEach brake pad is provided with wear indica-
tor grooves, which allow you to check the
brake pad wear without having to disassem-
ble the brake. To check the brake pad wear,
check the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear indi-
cator grooves have almost disappeared, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a
set.
The wheels need to be removed to check the
brake pads. (See pages 8-39, 8-41 for wheel
removal and installation procedures.)
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As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the
brake fluid level to gradually go down. A low
brake fluid level may indicate worn brake
pads and/or brake system leakage; therefore,
be sure to check the brake pads for wear and
the brake system for leakage. If the brake fluid
level goes down suddenly, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cause before further riding.EBU32520Brake fluid replacementComplete fluid replacement should be done
only by trained Yamaha service personnel.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the following
components during pe riodic maintenance or
when they are damaged or leaking.
 Replace the oil seals every two years.
 Replace the brake hoses every four years.EBU32530Checking the brake pedalHave a Yamaha dealer check the brakes at
the intervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. There should be no free play in the brake pedal. The brakes
should operate smoothly
and there should be
no brake drag. If the brakes feel soft or
spongy, this could indicate air in the brake
system. Have a Yamaha dealer check the
brake system if necessary.
EBU32540Parking brake lever free play adjust-
mentPeriodically check the parking brake lever
free play and adjust it if necessary.1. Brake pedal
2. No brake pedal free play
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The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealer-
ship have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your vehicle. Use only
genuine Yamaha parts on your vehicle. Imita-
tion parts may look like Yamaha parts, but
they are often inferior. Consequently, they
have a shorter service life and can lead to ex-
pensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB03450When checking the fuel system, do not
smoke and make sure there are no open
flames or sparks in the area, including pilot
lights from water heaters or furnaces.
Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or
explode, causing severe injury or property
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