bulb YAMAHA WOLVERINE 450 2009 Owners Manual

Checking the front brake lever free
play ......................................................... 8-42
Adjusting the rear brake lever free play
and checking the brake pedal position ... 8-42
Axle boots ................................................ 8-44
Brake light switches ................................. 8-45
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-45
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers .................................... 8-46
Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal ...................................................... 8-46
Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-47
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-47
Battery ...................................................... 8-47
Replacing a fuse ...................................... 8-50
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-51
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-53
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............ 8-54
Removing a wheel .................................... 8-55
Installing a wheel ...................................... 8-55
Troubleshooting ....................................... 8-56
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 8-57
CLEANING AND STORAGE .......................... 9-1
Cleaning ..................................................... 9-1
Storage ....................................................... 9-2SPECIFICATIONS .......................................10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.......................11-1
Identification numbers ...............................11-1
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NOTICEECB00640To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing afuse.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a
new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING
EWB02171Always use a fuse of the specified rating, and
never use a substitute object in place of the
proper fuse. An improper fuse or a substitute
object can cause damage to the electrical sys-tem, which could lead to a fire.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical
circuits to check if the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.EBU25541Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover at the
rear of the headlight by pulling it off. Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse:
3.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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8 2. Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing
it inward and turning it counterclockwise.3. Remove the defective bulb from the headlight
unit by pulling it out.
WARNING
EWB02220A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and imme-
diately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb to
cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touch-es something flammable.
4. Install a new headlight bulb into the headlight
unit by aligning the projection on the bulb with
the groove in the headlight unit.
1. Headlight bulb holder cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
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NOTICEECB00650Do not touch the glass part of the headlight
bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the
transparency of the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adversely affect-
ed. Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger-
prints on the headlight bulb using a clothmoistened with alcohol or thinner.
5. Install the headlight bulb holder by aligning the
projections with the holes in the headlight unit,
pushing it inward, and turning it clockwise until
it stops.
6. Install the headlight bulb holder cover at the
rear of the headlight.
NOTICEECB00670Make sure the headlight bulb holder cover is
securely fitted over the bulb holder and seatedproperly.
7. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.EBU25560Adjusting a headlight beam NOTICEECB00690It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer makethis adjustment.
To raise a headlight beam, turn the adjusting bolt
in direction (a).
To lower a headlight beam, turn the adjusting bolt
in direction (b).
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EBU25600Replacing the tail/brake light bulb If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
1. Remove the lens by removing the screws.2. Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise.1. Headlight beam adjusting bolt
1. Screw
1. Tail/brake light bulb
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83. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in,
and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screws.
NOTICEECB00700Do not overtighten the screws, otherwise thelens may break.EBU25651Removing a wheel 1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
3. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand
under the frame.4. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
5. Remove the wheel.
EBU25701Installing a wheel 1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Install the wheel and the nuts.TIP
The arrow mark on the tire must point toward
the rotating direction of the wheel.
Tapered nuts are used for both the front and rear
wheels. Install the nuts with their tapered side to-wards the wheel.
1. Wheel nut
1. Arrow mark
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Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
12 x 7.5ATFront brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Left hand and right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
160 mm (6.3 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damperWheel travel:
180 mm (7.1 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Reverse indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Park indicator light:
LED
On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator:
LCD
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-31
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-44BBattery .......................................................................... 8-47
Brake fluid, changing .................................................... 8-41
Brake fluid level, checking ............................................ 8-40
Brake lever free play and brake pedal position (rear),
adjusting and checking .............................................. 8-42
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-42
Brake lever, front ............................................................ 4-8
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-46
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-45
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-39
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................... 4-8
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-46
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-45
Carburetor, adjusting .................................................... 8-36
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................. 5-3, 8-27
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ............... 8-9DDifferential gear oil ......................................................... 5-3Differential gear oil, changing ....................................... 8-25
Drive select lever ............................................................ 4-9
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-3
Drive select lever safety system cable, adjusting ......... 8-39
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-36
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................................... 8-17
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-4FFinal gear oil .......................................................... 5-3, 8-22
Four-wheel-drive indicator .............................................. 4-3
Fuel ......................................................................... 4-9, 5-3
Fuel cock ...................................................................... 4-10
Fuel tank cap .................................................................. 4-9
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-50HHandlebar switches ........................................................ 4-4
Headlight beam, adjusting ............................................ 8-53
Headlight bulb, replacing .............................................. 8-51IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning light .................................... 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7
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KKey identification number ............................................. 11-1LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-5MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command four-wheel-drive switch ........................... 4-5
Owner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-1PPark indicator light ......................................................... 4-3
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1
Pre-operation check list ................................................. 5-1RReverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 1-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-12
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front .......... 4-14
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear .............. 4-16
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-34
Spark plug, checking .................................................... 8-15Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-7
Speedometer unit .......................................................... 4-3
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-12
Start switch .................................................................... 4-5
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-47
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 4-13
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-54
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-38
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-6, 5-5
Tire pressure, measuring ............................................... 5-6
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Tire wear limit ................................................................ 5-7
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-56
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-57VValve clearance ........................................................... 8-38
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-36
V-belt cooling duct check hose .................................... 8-35
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-47
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-55
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-55
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