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If necessary, adjust the brake light switch.1. Hold the brake light switch in place.
2. Turn the adjusting nut in direction (a) to
make the brake light come on earlier.
3. Turn the adjusting nut in direction (b) to
make the brake light come on later.
EBU35930Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
EWB03380Damaged cables could restrict operation,
which may cause an accident or injury. In-
spect control cables frequently and re-
place damaged cables. Corrosion can
result when the outer covering of control
cables becomes damaged. Cables can
also become frayed or kinked. Lubricate the cable ends. If the cables do not
operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to re-
place them.EBU32570Brake pedal and accelerator pedal lu-
bricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
1. Brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
(a)
(b)
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2
Recommended lubricant:Yamalube LubezAll (synthetic lubricant
spray with PTFE)
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EBU33590Tail/brake light bulb replacementIf a tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows:1. Remove the tail/brake light bulb holder
(together with the bulb) by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. Push the burnt-out bulb in and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the
bulb holder.
3. Push a new bulb in and turn it clockwise to install in the bulb holder. 4. Install the bulb holder (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
EBU32700TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha vehicles receive an inspec-
tion before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in
the fuel, compression, or ignition systems can
cause poor starting and loss of power. The
troubleshooting chart describes a quick, easy
procedure for making checks. If your vehicle
requires any repair, take it to a Yamaha deal-
er.
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.
1. Tail/brake light bulb holder
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EBU32720
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU33681CleaningFrequent, 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 pipe to 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 the brakes. Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability, in-
creasing the chance of an accident.
[EWB03471]

NOTICE: Excessive water pres-
sure 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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Front brake:Type:Hydraulic disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Hydraulic disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 246 mm (9.7 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 269 mm (10.6 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:Model:U1-H11L
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 28.0 AhHeadlight(s):Bulb type:Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35.0/35.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 2
Meter lighting:
EL (Electroluminescent)
Neutral indicator light: LED
Reverse indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
Parking brake indicator light: LED
High-range indicator light:
LED
Low-range indicator light: LED
Differential gear lock indicator light: LED
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INDEX
AAccelerator pedal ......................................................... 4-12
Accelerator pedal, Pre-operation check ........................ 5-6
Air filter check hoses .................................................... 8-36
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-32
Auxiliary DC jack .......................................................... 4-33
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-29BBasic guide for safe use ................................................. 7-1
Battery, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 8-47
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-40
Brake fluid, replacing ...................................................8-41
Brake light switch, adjusting ........................................ 8-42
Brake pedal .................................................................. 4-13
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal, lubrication ........... 8-43
Brake pedal, checking ................................................. 8-42
Brakes, Periodic maintenance ..................................... 8-39
Brakes, Pre-operation check ......................................... 5-3CCable, inspecting and lubrication ................................ 8-43
Cargo bed .................................................................... 4-20
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Control cables, Pre-operation check ............................. 5-8
Coolant, Periodic maintenance .................................... 8-25
Coolant, Pre-operation check ........................................ 5-6
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-4
Cup holders .................................................................. 4-20DDifferential gear lock indicator light ............................... 4-3Differential gear oil, Periodic maintenance .................. 8-22
Differential gear, Pre-operation check ........................... 5-6
Doors ........................................................................... 4-14
Driver seat position ...................................................... 4-16
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-14
Drive select lever operation and reverse driving ............ 6-3
Drivetrain icon ................................................................ 4-3
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-1
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge, Periodic
maintenance .............................................................. 8-14
Engine oil, Pre-operation check ..................................... 5-5
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-4
EPS warning light ........................................................... 4-5FFinal gear oil, Periodic maintenance ............................ 8-20
Final gear, Pre-operation check ..................................... 5-6
Fittings and fasteners, Pre-operation check .................. 5-7
Four–wheel drive knob (On–Command 4WD) .............. 4-11
Front and rear brake pads, checking ........................... 8-39
Fuel, Pre-operation check .............................................. 5-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-14
Fuse, replacing ............................................................. 8-52GGlove compartment ..................................................... 4-18HHeadlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-56
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-54
Helmet indicator light ..................................................... 4-5
High-range indicator light .............................................. 4-2
Hood ............................................................................ 8-10
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Horn switch .................................................................. 4-12IIdentification number records ...................................... 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches, Pre-operation check ........................................................................... 5-8JJump-starting .............................................................. 8-51LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................. 4-11
Loading .......................................................................... 6-7
Low-range indicator light ............................................... 4-2MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance charts ....................................................... 8-4
Model label .................................................................. 11-1
Multi-function meter unit ............................................... 4-6NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-3OOn-Command drive knob, operation ............................. 6-5
Owner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels .......................................................................... 8-11
Parking ........................................................................... 6-7
Parking brake ............................................................... 8-42
Parking brake indicator light .......................................... 4-3
Parking brake lever ...................................................... 4-13
Passenger handhold, Pre-operation check ................... 5-7
RRear knuckle upper and lower pivot, lubrication ......... 8-45
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-3SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat belt indicator light .................................................. 4-5
Seat belts ..................................................................... 4-17
Seat belts, Pre-operation check .................................... 5-7
Seats ............................................................................ 4-15
Shock absorbers, front ................................................ 4-22
Shock absorbers, rear ................................................. 4-27
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-37
Spark plug, inspecting ................................................. 8-30
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Stabilizer bushes, checking .......... ............................... 8-44
Starting the engine ........................................................ 6-2
Steering, Pre-operation check ....................................... 5-7
Steering shaft, lubrication ............................................ 8-45
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-18TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .................................... 8-57
Tire, replacing .............................................................. 8-46
Tires, Pre-operation check ............................................ 5-8
Trailer hitch bracket and receiver ................................ 4-32
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-57
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-59VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-39
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-37
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1
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