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do not work smoothly, you could be unable
to control the ATV, which could lead to an
accident or collision.
EBU28703Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake leversThe operation of the front and rear brake levers
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
Front brake lever
Rear brake lever
EBU24964Checking the wheel hub bearingsThe front and rear wheel hub bearings must be
checked at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. If there is play
in a wheel hub or if a wheel does not turn smooth-
ly, have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub
bearings.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU36391Lubricating the front arm pivotsThe front arm pivots must be lubricated at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun. EBU28825Lubricating the front knuckle pivotsThe front knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease1. Grease nippleRecommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
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TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun. EBU25095Lubricating the steering shaftThe steering shaft must be lubricated by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe- riodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun. EBU36401BatteryThis model is equipped with a 12-volt VRLA
(valve-regulated lead-acid) battery. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled
water. However, the battery lead connections
need to be checked and tightened, and the bat-
tery terminals cleaned if corroded. If the battery
seems to have discharged, recharge it as soon as
possible.
1. Grease nippleRecommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
EBU30362StorageShort-term
Always store your ATV in a cool, dry place and, if
necessary, protect it against dust with a porous
cover.
NOTICE: Storing the ATV in a poorly ven-
tilated room or covering it with a tarp while it is
still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep
in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of the presence
of ammonia) and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
[ECB00722]
Long-term
Before storing your ATV for several months: 1. Make any necessary repairs and perform all outstanding maintenance.
2. Follow all the instructions in the Cleaning sec- tion of this chapter. 3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (Fu-
el Med Rx if available), and then run the en-
gine for 5 minutes to distribute the treated
fuel.
4. Turn the fuel cock lever off, and then drain the carburetor float chamber by loosening the
drain bolt. Pour the drained fuel into the fuel
tank.
5. Perform the following steps to protect the en- gine from internal corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall
with oil.)
Specified amount:
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-16BBattery ......................................................................... 8-32
Brake lever free play, adjusting the front ..................... 8-24
Brake lever free play (rear), adjusting .......................... 8-26
Brake lever, front ........................................................... 4-5
Brake lever, rear ............................................................. 4-6
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-30
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-22
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-29
Carburetor, adjusting ................................................... 8-20
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-6
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-3
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ........................... 8-29
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-26EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-3
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ..................................................... 8-20
Engine oil ..............................................................5-3, 8-11
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ........................................................ 4-1
Engine stop switch with lanyard .................................... 4-2
FFront and rear brake shoes, checking ......................... 8-23
Front arm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-31
Front knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................. 8-31
Fuel ......................................................................... 4-9, 5-3
Fuel cock ..................................................................... 4-10
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 4-8
Fuse, replacing ............................................................ 8-35HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-1IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Instruments and switches .............................................. 5-6KKickstarter ...................................................................... 4-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1OOwner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ....................................... 8-9
Parking ........................................................................... 6-3
Parking brake ................................................................. 4-6
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-4
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