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EBU32582Checking the stabilizer bushesThe stabilizer bushes must be checked for
cracks or damage at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer
bushes if necessary.
EBU32590Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lu-
brication (left and right)Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots
with a grease gun.
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU32600Steering shaft lubricationLubricate the pivot points.
EBU32610Wheel removal1. Loosen the wheel nuts.
2. Elevate the vehicle and place a suitablestand under the frame.
3. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
4. Remove the wheel.
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU32620Tire replacementAlways use the same size and type of tires
recommended in this owner’s manual. The
tires that came with your Yamaha Viking VI
were designed to match the performance ca-
pabilities and to provide the best combination
of handling, braking, and comfort. It is best to
replace all four tires at the same time. If that is
not possible, you must replace the tires inpairs (front or rear) with tires of the same size
and type as the origin
als. Never replace just
one tire.
WARNING
EWB03390Installing improper tires on your Yamaha
Viking VI can affect handling and stability.
This can cause a loss of control. The tires listed below have been approved by
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of
America for this model.
1. Wheel nut
1
1
Front tire: Size:25 x 8-12NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU09
Rear tire: Size:25 x 10-12NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU10
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EBU32630Wheel installation1. Install the wheel and the nuts.TIPTapered nuts are used for both the front and
rear wheels. Install the nuts with their tapered
side towards the wheel. 2. Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is onthe ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross
pattern to the specified torque.
WARNING
EWB03400Do not reverse the rims on your Yamaha
Viking VI to widen the track width. Install-
ing wheels improperly increases the risk of
wheel failure and accidents. EBU32640BatteryThe battery is located under the hood. (See
page 8-10 for hood removal and installation
procedures.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve
Regulated Lead Acid) battery. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to add dis-
tilled water. However, the battery lead con-
nections need to be checked and, if
necessary, tightened.
1. Tapered nut
1
Tightening torques:Front wheel nut:75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
Rear wheel nut: 75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
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WARNING
EWB03410Avoid battery contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Shield eyes when working near
batteries. Keep out of reach of children.
You could be poisoned or severely burned
by the sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte. In
case of accidental contact with battery
electrolyte:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get prompt
medical attention.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
WARNING
EWB03420Batteries may produce explosive gases.
Ventilate when charging or using in a
closed space. Keep batteries away from
sparks, flames, cigarettes, or other sourc-
es of ignition. To remove the battery1. Turn the key to “ ” (off).
2. Remove the hood. (See page 8-10 for hood removal and installation proce-
dures.)
3. Remove the air intake duct panel by re-
moving the quick fastener screws.
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4. Unhook the battery bands.
5. Disconnect the negative battery lead first,then the positive battery lead by remov-
ing their bolt. NOTICE: When removing
the battery, the main switch must be
off, and the negative lead must be dis-
connected before the positive lead.
[ECB01002]
6. Pull the battery out of its compartment.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as
soon as possible if it seems to have dis-
charged. Keep in mind that the battery tends
to discharge more quickly if the vehicle is
equipped with optional electrical accessories.
1. Quick fastener screw
2. Air intake duct panel
2
1
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Battery band
3. Negative battery lead (black)
2
1
3
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NOTICEECB00932To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead
Acid) battery, a special (constant-voltage)
battery charger is required. Using a con-
ventional battery charger will damage the
battery. To store the battery
If the vehicle will not be used for more than
one month, remove the battery, fully charge
it, and then place it in a cool, dry place.
 If the battery will be stored for more than
two months, check it at least once a month
and fully charge it if necessary.NOTICEECB00941Always keep the battery charged. Storing
a discharged battery can cause perma-
nent battery damage.
To install the batteryTIPBe sure the battery is fully charged. 1. Place the battery in its compartment.
2. Connect the positive battery lead first,
then the negative battery lead by install-
ing their bolt. NOTICE: When installing
the battery, the main switch must be
off, and the positive lead must be con-
nected before the negative lead.
[ECB01111]
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Battery band
3. Negative battery lead (black)
2
1
3
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3. Hook the battery bands.
4. Install the air intake duct panel by install-ing the quick fastener screws.
5. Install the hood.EBU32650Jump-startingJump-starting the vehicle should be avoided.
The battery should be removed and charged
instead.
WARNING
EWB03430To avoid battery explosion and/or serious
damage to the electrical system:
 Do not connect the negative lead of the
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery.
 Do not touch the positive lead of the
jumper cable to the negative lead.
 Do not reverse the polarity of the jumper
cables when connecting to the batteries. However, if the vehicle must be jump-started,
proceed as follows. 1. Turn the key to “ ” (off).
2. Remove the hood. (See page 8-10 for
hood removal and installation proce-
dures.)
3. Using a charged 12-volt battery, connect the positive lead of the jumper cable to
the positive terminal of the battery in the
vehicle and the other end of the positive
lead to the positive terminal of the
charged battery.
1. Jumper cable positive lead
1
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4. Connect the negative lead of the jumpercable to the negative terminal of the
charged battery and the other end of the
negative lead to an unpainted metal sur-
face of the frame of the vehicle to be
started.
5. Start the engine. (Refer to “Starting the engine” on page 6-2.)
6. After the engine starts, disconnect the
negative lead of the jumper cable from
the frame and charged battery, and then disconnect the positive lead of the jump-
er cable from the charged battery and the
battery in the vehicle.
7. Install the hood.
EBU33100Fuse replacementThe main fuse, the fuel injection system fuse,
the EPS fuse, and the fuse box are located
under the hood. (See page 8-10 for hood re-
moval and installation procedures.)
1. Jumper cable negative lead
1
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If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “ ” (off) and turn off the
electrical circuit in question.
1. Fuse box
2. Main fuse
3. EPS fuse
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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2
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1. Backup fuse “BACK UP” (for clock)
2. Ignition fuse “IGNITION”
3. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse “DIFF”
4. Auxiliary DC jack fuse “TERMINAL”
5. Signaling system fuse “SIGNAL”
6. Headlight fuse “HEAD”
7. Spare fuse
8. Radiator fan motor fuse “FAN”
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