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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 8-44, 8-46 for wheel
removal and installation procedures.)
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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 Wolverine
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
Wolverine 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:26 x 8-12NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU09
Rear tire: Size:26 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
Wolverine 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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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 (for EPS model)
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1 3
2
4
5
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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2
3
4
5
6
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7
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NOTICEECB00641To prevent accidental short-circuiting,
turn off the main switch when checking or
replacing a fuse. 2. Remove the hood. (See page 8-10 forhood removal and installation proce-
dures.)
3. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the specified amperage. Never use any
material in place of the proper fuse.
Using an improper fuse can cause
damage to the electrical system and
may lead to a fire.
[EWB03440]
Specified fuses: Main fuse:40.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 25.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YXE70WPHG, YXE70WPXG)
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EBU32720
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU33680CleaningFrequent, thorough cleaning of your vehicle
will not only enhance its appearance but will
improve its general performance and extend
the useful life of many components.1. Before cleaning the vehicle: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipeto prevent water entry. A plastic bag
and strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do
not apply degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure
to do the job. WARNING! Test the
brakes after washing. Apply the
brakes several times at slow speeds to
let friction dry out the linings. Wet brakes may have reduced stopping
ability, increasing the chance of an ac-
cident.
[EWB03470]

NOTICE: Excessive wa-
ter pressure may cause water seepage
and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electri-
cal devices. Many expensive repair
bills have resulted from improper high-
pressure detergent applications such
as those available in coin-operated car
washers.
[ECB00712]
TIPThe tailgate can be removed to make it easier
to clean the cargo bed. To separate the tail-
gate from the cargo bed, unhook the latches,
and then pull up the tailgate. (See page 4-20
for tailgate removal and installation proce-
dures.)
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the spark plug. Ground the spark plug
wire and turn the engine over several
times to coat the cylinder wall with oil.
3. Lubricate all control cables.
4. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the ground.
5. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe outlet to prevent moisture from entering.
6. If storing in a humid or salt-air atmo- sphere, coat all exposed metal surfaces
with a light film of oil. Do not apply oil to
any rubber parts or the seat covers.
7. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it in a dry place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively warm or cold place [less than 0
°C (30 °F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)].
Use of fuel stabilizer and conditioner elimi-
nates the need to drain the fuel system. Con-
sult a Yamaha dealer if the fuel system needs
to be drained.
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EBU32750
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:2970 mm (116.9 in)
Overall width: 1540 mm (60.6 in)
Overall height:
1885 mm (74.2 in)
Wheelbase: 2065 mm (81.3 in)
Ground clearance: 290 mm (11.4 in)
Minimum turning radius:
4600 mm (181 in)Weight:Curb weight:589.0 kg (1299 lb) (YXE70WDXG)
595.0 kg (1312 lb) (YXE70WPHG, YXE70WPXG)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):
80.0 dB(A) at 3125 r/min (YXE70WPHG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YXE70WPXG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
3.0 dB(A) (YXE70WPHG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YXE70WPXG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (YXE70WPHG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YXE70WPXG_EUR/FRA/GBR) Uncertainty of measurement:
0.0 m/s² (YXE70WPHG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YXE70WPXG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008):
Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (YXE70WPHG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YXE70WPXG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
0.5 m/s² (YXE70WPHG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YXE70WPXG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Single cylinder
Displacement:
708 cm³
Bore × stroke:
103.0 × 85.0 mm (4.06 × 3.35 in)
Compression ratio: 10.1 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
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Secondary reduction ratio:43/21 × 17/12 × 33/9 (10.636)
Transmission type: V-belt automatic
Operation:
Right hand operation
Reverse gear: 23/14 × 28/23 (2.000)
Low range: 31/16 (1.938)
High range:
30/22 (1.364)Chassis:Frame type:Steel tube frame
Caster angle:
3.7 °
Trail: 19.0 mm (0.75 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 26 x 8-12NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU09Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 26 x 10-12NHS Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/MU10
Loading:Maximum loading limit:
327.0 kg (721 lb)
(Total weight of operator, passengers, cargo, accessories,
and tongue)Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:
Vehicle load: 0 - maximum
Front:
75.0 kPa (0.750 kgf/cm², 11 psi)
Rear: 75.0 kPa (0.750 kgf/cm², 11 psi)
Minimum: Vehicle load: 0 - maximum
Front: 70.0 kPa (0.700 kgf/cm², 10 psi)
Rear:
70.0 kPa (0.700 kgf/cm², 10 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size:
12 x 6.0ATRear wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
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