battery YAMAHA VIKING VI 2016 Owners Manual

Checking the front and rear brake pads.................................................. 8-36
Checking the parking brake pads ...... 8-37
Checking the brake fluid level ............ 8-37
Brake fluid replacement ..................... 8-39
Checking the brake pedal .................. 8-39
Parking brake lever free play adjustment........................................ 8-39
Brake light switch adjustment ............ 8-41
Cable inspection and lubrication........ 8-41
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lubrication ......................................... 8-41
Checking the stabilizer bushes .......... 8-42
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication (left and right) .................. 8-42
Steering shaft lubrication ................... 8-43
Wheel removal.................................... 8-43
Tire replacement ................................ 8-44
Wheel installation ............................... 8-45
Battery ................................................ 8-45
Jump-starting ..................................... 8-49
Fuse replacement............................... 8-50
Replacing a headlight bulb................. 8-53 Headlight beam adjustment ...............8-55
Tail/brake light bulb replacement .......8-56
Troubleshooting ..................................8-57
Troubleshooting charts .......................8-59
CLEANING AND STORAGE ....................9-1 Cleaning................................................9-1
Storage .................................................9-2
SPECIFICATIONS..................................10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ................11-1 Identification number records.............11-1
INDEX ....................................................12-1
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EBU31190Right view
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1. Tail/brake light
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Passenger seat belt
4. Passenger seat
5. Battery
6. Fuses
7. Headlight
8. Coolant reservoir
9. Storage compartment
10.Fuel tank cap
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EBU31380Multi-function meter unitThe multi-function meter unit is equipped with
the following:
a speedometer
 an odometer
 two tripmeters (which show the distance
traveled since they were last set to zero) 
a clock
 an hour meter (which shows the total time
the engine has been running)
 a voltage display (which shows the battery
voltage)
 a fuel meter
 a self-diagnosis device
Odometer and tripmeter modes1. “CLOCK” button
2. “RESET” button
3. “SELECT” button
4. Speedometer
5. Fuel meter
6. Clock/Hour meter/Voltage display
7. Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B321
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1. “SELECT” button
2. “RESET” button
3. Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B12
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To set the clock1. Set the display to the clock mode.
2. Push the “SELECT” button and “RESET”button together for at least three sec-
onds.
3. When the hour digits start flashing, push the “RESET” button to set the hours.
4. Push the “SELECT” button, and the mi-
nute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the “RESET” button to set the minu- tes.
6. Push the “SELECT” button, and then re- lease it to start the clock. Voltage display mode
This display shows the battery voltage.
“ ” appears for 1 second when the volt-
age display mode is first selected, and
then “ ” appears and the battery voltage is
displayed.
If the battery voltage is less than 10 volts,
“LO” is displayed, and if the voltage is above
16 volts, “HI” is displayed.
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NOTICEECB02050If the voltage display indicates “LO” or
“HI”, there may be trouble with the battery
charging circuit or the battery may be
faulty. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer
check or repair the vehicle. Fuel meterThe fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel in
the fuel tank. The display segments of the fuel
meter disappear from “F” (full) towards “E”
(empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the
“E” segment disappears and the fuel level
warning indicator flashes, refuel as soon as
possible.
TIPThis fuel meter is equipped with a self-diag-
nosis system. If a problem is detected in an
electrical circuit, all the display segments and
fuel level warning indicator start flashing. If
this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
1. Fuel level warning indicator
2. Fuel meter
3. “E” segment
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Set the switch to “ ” to turn off the head-
lights and taillights.NOTICEECB02060Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for an extended period of time.
The battery may discharge to the point
that the starter motor will not operate
properly. If this should happen, remove the
battery and recharge it.
EBU31400On-Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK”This vehicle is equipped with an On-Com-
mand drive knob to select the drive mode.
The knob has three positions: “2WD”, “4WD”,
and “DIFF LOCK”. Select the appropriate
drive according to terrain and conditions.
“2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied
to the rear wheels only.
 “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is sup-
plied to the rear and front wheels.1. On-Command drive knob “2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK”
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NOTICEECB02110The combined load of the accessories
connected to the front and rear auxiliary
DC jacks must never exceed the stated
maximum capacity. Exceeding the maxi-
mum capacity may overload the circuit
and cause the fuse to blow.
 If accessories are used without the en-
gine running, the battery may discharge.
 Do not use an automotive cigarette light-
er or other accessories with a plug that
gets hot, because the jack can be dam-
aged. To use an auxiliary DC jack1. Set the light switch to “ ”.
2. Turn the accessory off.
3. Start the engine. (See page 6-2.)
4. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then
insert the accessory power plug into the
jack.
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
2. Front auxiliary DC jack
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
2. Rear auxiliary DC jack
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10–20 hours:
Avoid prolonged operation above three-quar-
ter throttle.
After break-in:
The vehicle may now be operated normally.EBU33080Starting the engine1. Turn the key to “ ” (on).NOTICEECB02290The 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 light does not go off, see page
4-2 for the corresponding warning light
circuit check. 2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift the drive select lever into the neutralposition. 
When the drive select lever is in the
neutral position, the neutral indicator
light should come on. If the neutral indi-
cator light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect the electric
circuit.
 The engine can be started in any gear if
the brake pedal is applied. However, it
is recommended to shift into neutral
before starting the engine.
4. With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
start the engine by turning the key to “ ”
(start).
If the engine fails to start, release the key, and
then try starting it again. Wait a few seconds
before the next attempt. Each attempt should
be as short as possible, to preserve battery
energy. NOTICE: Do not crank the engine
more than 5 seconds on each attempt, or
starter damage could occur. Wait at least
5 seconds between each operation of the
electric starter to let it cool.
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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
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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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