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Yamaha Kodiak YFM45FAV Owner's Manual

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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
OWNER'S MANUAL
YFM45FAV
WARNING
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
LIT-11626-19-57
1D9-F8199-12

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  • Page 1 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! It contains important safety information. OWNER’S MANUAL YFM45FAV WARNING This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age. LIT-11626-19-57 1D9-F8199-12...
  • Page 2 EBU00776...
  • Page 3 Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing machines. With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of crafts- manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
  • Page 4 EBU00801 IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SE- RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe WARNING...
  • Page 5 Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV. EBU01067 YFM45FAV OWNER’S MANUAL ©2005 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, AFFIX DEALER U.S.A. 1st edition, June 2005 LABEL HERE All rights reserved. Any reprinting or...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    EBU00014 Indicator and warning lights .....4-2 WARNING Fuel gauge ........4-4 Indicates a potential hazard that could Speedometer unit ......4-5 result in serious injury or death. Handlebar switches ......4-7 Throttle lever ........4-13 Speed limiter ........4-14 CONTENTS Front brake lever......4-15 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ..........4-15 LOCATION OF THE WARNING Drive select lever ......4-16...
  • Page 7 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ... 5-1 Parking on a slope......6-9 Front and rear brakes ..... 5-2 Accessories and loading ....6-10 Fuel ..........5-4 Engine oil ........5-6 RIDING YOUR ATV ......7-1 Final gear oil........5-6 Getting to know your ATV ....7-3 Differential gear oil ......
  • Page 8 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Select lever safety system ADJUSTMENT........8-1 cable adjustment......8-39 Owner’s manual and tool kit.... 8-1 Front brake pad check ....8-39 Periodic maintenance chart for Rear brake pad check....8-40 the emission control system..8-3 Inspecting the brake fluid level ..8-41 General maintenance and Brake fluid replacement ....8-42 lubrication chart ......
  • Page 9 ........ 8-58 Troubleshooting ......8-59 Troubleshooting charts ....8-61 CLEANING AND STORAGE.... 9-1 A. Cleaning........9-1 B. Storage ........9-3 SPECIFICATIONS......10-1 NOISE REGULATION....11-1 MAINTENANCE RECORD .... 12-1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY.... 13-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ........... 14-1...

  • Page 10: Location Of The Warning And Specification Labels

    EBU00464 L OCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS...
  • Page 11 Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a : 40kg (88 lbs) label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a NEVER sit on the carrier. Refer to instructions in the Owner's Manual. replacement label is available from your 5ND-F4877-00 Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 12 WARNING Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo improperly can change handling, stability and braking performance and can lead to an accident. Never exceed the maximum rear cargo limit of : 80kg (176 lbs) NEVER sit on the carrier. Refer to instructions in the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 13 NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16. Turning the ATV in 4WD-LOCK ( “DIFF. LOCK” ) takes more effort. YAMAHA 4XE-F415A-00 Operate at a slow speed and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers to avoid loss of control.

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    EBU13351 SAFETY INFORMATION AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. An ATV handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
  • Page 15 Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV. Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions.
  • Page 16 Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the ter- rain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes.
  • Page 17 Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by prac- ticing at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of con- trol.
  • Page 18 WARNING When transporting the ATV in another vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and POTENTIAL HAZARD that the fuel cock is in the “OFF” posi- Improper handling of gasoline. tion. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the WHAT CAN HAPPEN carburetor or fuel tank.
  • Page 19 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting or running the engine in a closed area. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always operate your ATV in an area with adequate ventilation.

  • Page 20: Description And Machine Identification

    EBU00032 D ESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1. Rear shock absorber assembly 14. Engine oil dipstick spring preload adjusting ring 15. Oil filter cartridge 2. Spark arrester 16. Coolant reservoir 3. Storage compartment 17. V-belt cooling duct check hose and tool kit 18.

  • Page 21: Identification Number Records

    This number can be used for ordering a new when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha key. dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen.

  • Page 22: Vehicle Identification Number

    Record the information on this la- bel in the space provided. This information will be needed to order spare parts from your Yamaha dealer. 1. Vehicle identification number NOTE: The vehicle identification number is used to 1.

  • Page 23: Control Functions

    EBU00039 C ONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. EBU09420 Main switch Functions of the respective switch positions are as follows: 1. Main switch The engine can be started only at this position and the headlights and taillight come on when the light switch is on.

  • Page 24: Indicator And Warning Lights

    EBU08020 EBU10601 Indicator and warning lights Differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK” This indicator light and the differential gear lock indicator in the display come on when the differential gear lock switch is set to the “4WD- LOCK” position. NOTE: When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the differ- ential gear lock indicator light will flash until...
  • Page 25 EBU09720 EBU11312 Neutral indicator light “N” Four-wheel-drive indicator “ ”/“ ” DIFF. LOCK This indicator light comes on when the drive This indicator comes on when the “2WD”/ select lever is in the “N” position. “4WD” switch is set to the “4WD” position. The differential gear lock indicator “DIFF.LOCK”...

  • Page 26: Fuel Gauge

    EBU00860 EBU00052 Coolant temperature warning light “ ” Fuel gauge When the coolant temperature reaches a The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in specified level, this light comes on to warn the fuel tank. When the needle reaches the that the coolant temperature is too hot.

  • Page 27: Speedometer Unit

    EBU11322 Speedometer unit 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 key has been turned to “ON”) 1. Speedometer 2. Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B 3.
  • Page 28 Odometer and tripmeter modes Clock mode Pushing the “TRIP/ODO” button switches the Pushing the “ ”/“ ” button switches the display between the odometer mode “ODO” display between the clock mode “CLOCK” and the tripmeter modes “A” and “B” in the fol- and the hour meter mode “HOUR”...

  • Page 29: Handlebar Switches

    EBU00053 Handlebar switches CAUTION: Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for more than thirty minutes. 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. EBU12050 Engine stop switch “...
  • Page 30 EBU00607 Start switch “ ” The starter motor cranks the engine when this switch is pushed. CAUTION: See starting instructions prior to starting the engine. (See pages 6-1–6-3 for details.) 1. Override switch “OVERRIDE” EBU13781 Override switch “OVERRIDE” Top speed is normally limited when operating in 4WD-LOCK.
  • Page 31 Always ride at a slow speed when the cal system. In this case, take the ATV to a ATV is in 4WD-LOCK, and allow extra Yamaha dealer at the first opportunity. time and distance for maneuvers.
  • Page 32 Four-wheel drive (4WD): Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels. Four-wheel drive with the differential gear locked (4WD-LOCK): Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels when the differen- tial gear is locked (“DIFF.LOCK”). Unlike the 4WD mode, all wheels turn at the same speed.
  • Page 33 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Changing from 2WD to 4WD or from 4WD to 4WD-LOCK (“DIFF.LOCK”), or vice-versa while the ATV is moving. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV handles differently in 2WD than in 4WD and in 4WD-LOCK in some circumstances. Changing from 2WD to 1.
  • Page 34 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding too fast while the ATV is in 4WD-LOCK. WHAT CAN HAPPEN All wheels turn at the same speed when the differential is locked, so it takes more effort to turn the ATV. The amount of effort is more the faster you go. You 1.

  • Page 35: Throttle Lever

    EBU00062 NOTE: Throttle lever When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the dif- Once the engine is running, movement of the ferential gear lock indicator light will flash throttle lever will increase the engine speed. until the differential gear is locked. Regulate the speed of the machine by varying When the indicator light is flashing, turn- the throttle position.

  • Page 36: Speed Limiter

    Correct the problem before riding the 1. Locknut 2. Adjusting screw a. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in) ATV. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you can’t find or solve the problem yourself. 4-14...

  • Page 37: Front Brake Lever

    EBU00070 Front brake lever WARNING The front brake lever is located on the right POTENTIAL HAZARD handlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to ap- Improper adjustment of the speed limit- ply the front brake. er and throttle. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle cable could be damaged.

  • Page 38: Drive Select Lever

    EBU00608 Drive select lever The drive select lever is used to shift your ma- chine into the low, high, neutral, reverse and park positions. (Refer to pages 6-4–6-6 for the drive select lever operation.) 1. Brake pedal 1. Drive select lever 1.

  • Page 39: Recoil Starter

    EBU00855 Recoil starter WARNING Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until POTENTIAL HAZARD engagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully, Starting the engine without setting the being careful not to pull the rope all the way drive select lever to the park position out.

  • Page 40: Fuel Tank Cap

    EBU00092 EBU00930 Fuel tank cap Fuel cock Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun- The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank terclockwise. to the carburetor. The fuel cock has three positions. OFF: With the lever in this position, fuel will not flow.
  • Page 41 OFF Position RES Position 1. Arrow mark pointing to “OFF” 1. Arrow mark pointing to “RES” ON Position 1. Arrow mark pointing to “ON” 4-19...

  • Page 42: Starter (Choke)

    EBU00095 EBU05670 Starter (choke) “ ” Seat Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel To remove the seat, pull the seat lock lever mixture. A separate starter circuit supplies this upward and pull up the seat at the rear. mixture.

  • Page 43: Storage Compartment

    EBU15230 To install the seat, insert the projections on Storage compartment the front of the seat into the seat holders and Maximum load limit: 2.0 kg (4 lb) push down on the seat at the rear. NOTE: The storage compartment is located under Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.

  • Page 44: Front Carrier

    EBU00582 Front carrier Maximum load limit: 40 kg (88 lb) EBU00583 Rear carrier Maximum load limit: 80 kg (176 lb) 1. Storage compartment 1. Storage compartment check hose 4-22...

  • Page 45: Front And Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment

    To decrease the spring preload, turn the ad- justing ring in direction b. 1. Spring preload adjusting ring 2. Position indicator NOTE: A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment. Standard position: 2 1- Minimum (soft) 5- Maximum (hard) 4-23...
  • Page 46 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper shock absorber adjustment. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability, which could lead to an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always adjust the shock absorbers on 1. Special wrench the left and right side to the same set- ting.

  • Page 47: Auxiliary Dc Jack

    EBU10020 Auxiliary DC jack Maximum rated capacity for the auxiliary The auxiliary DC jack is located at the front DC jack: right side of the ATV. DC 12 V, 120 W (10 A) The auxiliary DC jack can be used for suitable work lights, radios, etc.
  • Page 48 1. Auxiliary DC jack EBU00112 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 4-26...

  • Page 49: Pre-Operation Checks

    P RE-OPERATION CHECKS Before using this machine, check the following points: ITEM ROUTINE PAGE • Check operation, lever free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. Front brake 5-2–5-3, 8-39–8-43 • Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. • Check operation, lever free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-2–5-3, 8-40–8-42, Rear brake •...

  • Page 50: Front And Rear Brakes

    Always follow the inspection and main- and there should be a firm feeling when the tenance procedures and schedules de- brakes are applied. If not, have a Yamaha scribed in the Owner’s Manual. dealer inspect the brake system. Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level.
  • Page 51 If problem cannot be corrected by the ad- the brakes do not provide proper braking per- justment procedures provided in this formance, inspect the brake pads for wear. manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for (See pages 8-39–8-40.) the cause.

  • Page 52: Fuel

    EBU01085 Fuel Your Yamaha engine has been designed to Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump tank. octane number ([R+M]/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of 91 or higher. If...
  • Page 53 Fuel can spill, which can cause a fire hol containing methanol is not recommended and severe injury. by Yamaha because it may cause fuel system Fuel expands when it heats up. If the damage or vehicle performance problems. fuel tank is overfilled, fuel could spill out due to heat from the engine or the sun.

  • Page 54: Engine Oil

    EBU10842 EBU00493 Engine oil Final gear oil Make sure the engine oil is at the specified Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-12– level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-17– 8-17.) 8-20 for details.) CAUTION:...

  • Page 55: Coolant

    Check to see that the throttle lever operates (up to the maximum level mark): correctly. It must open smoothly and spring 0.25 L (0.22 Imp qt, 0.26 US qt) back to the idle position when released. Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation.

  • Page 56: Fittings And Fasteners

    Always check the tightness of chassis fittings WARNING and fasteners before a ride. Take the machine POTENTIAL HAZARD to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Operating this ATV with improper tires, Manual for correct tightening torque. or with improper or uneven tire pres- sure.
  • Page 57 2. The tires should be set to the rec- 4. Use no more than the following ommended pressure: pressures when seating the tire Recommended tire pressure beads. Front 25 kPa (0.25 kgf/cm , 3.6 psi) Front 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Rear 25 kPa (0.25 kgf/cm , 3.6 psi)

  • Page 58: How To Measure Tire Pressure

    EBU00159 How to measure tire pressure Use the low-pressure tire gauge. NOTE: The low-pressure tire gauge is included as standard equipment. Make two measure- ments of the tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect.

  • Page 59: Tire Wear Limit

    EBU00160 Tire wear limit When the tire groove decreases to 3 mm (0.12 in) due to wear, replace the tire. a. Tire wear limit 5-11...

  • Page 60: Operation

    2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”. there is a control or function you do not 3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the en- understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine stop switch to “ ”. 4. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral...
  • Page 61 25 °C (80 °F) and warm engine does not come on, ask a Yamaha dealer start position. to inspect the respective electric circuit. The engine can be started in any gear if the rear brake lever is applied.

  • Page 62: Starting A Warm Engine

    NOTE: CAUTION: If the engine fails to start, release the See the “Engine break-in” section prior to start switch, then push the start switch operating the engine for the first time. again. Pause a few seconds before the next attempt. Each cranking should be as short as possible to preserve battery en- EBU00180 ergy.

  • Page 63: Drive Select Lever Operation And Reverse Driving

    EBU08461 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving CAUTION: Before shifting, you must stop the ATV and return the throttle lever to the closed position, otherwise the transmission may be damaged. Shifting: Neutral to High and High to Low 1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop and re- 1.
  • Page 64 If the light does not the drive select lever along the shift come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect guide. the electrical circuit. Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine, the light may not come on un- til the ATV starts moving.
  • Page 65 5. Open the throttle lever gradually and con- tinue to watch to the rear while backing. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating in reverse. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could hit an obstacle or person be- hind you, resulting in serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When you shift into reverse, make sure there are no obstacles or people behind...

  • Page 66: Engine Break-In

    If any abnormality is noticed during this peri- brand new, you must not put an excessive od, consult a Yamaha dealer. load on it for the first several hours of running. During the first 20 hours, the various parts in 0–10 hours:...

  • Page 67: Parking

    EBU00612 10–20 hours: Parking Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. When parking, stop the engine and shift the Rev the machine freely but do not use full drive select lever into the park position, then throttle at any time. turn the fuel cock to the “OFF” position. After break-in: Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.

  • Page 68: Parking On A Slope

    EBU06151 Parking on a slope 1. Bring the machine to a stop by applying the brakes. WARNING 2. Stop the engine. POTENTIAL HAZARD 3. With the brake pedal applied, shift the Parking on a hill or other incline. drive select lever to the park position “P”. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could roll out of control, in- creasing the chance of an accident.

  • Page 69: Accessories And Loading

    Choose only accessories designed for your dlebars which could make steering difficult, ATV. Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of an accessory that limits your ability to move genuine Yamaha accessories. Other ac-...
  • Page 70 EBU15260 Loading Do not exceed the maximum tongue Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and weight. You can measure tongue weight handling of an ATV. You must use common with a bathroom scale. Put the tongue of sense and good judgment when carrying car- the loaded trailer on the scale with the go or towing a trailer.
  • Page 71 Ride more slowly than you would without a WARNING load. The more weight you carry, the slow- POTENTIAL HAZARD er you should go. Although conditions vary, Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow- it is good practice not to exceed low range ing cargo improperly.
  • Page 72 EBU15480 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 6-13...

  • Page 73: Riding Your Atv

    R iding Your...

  • Page 74: Getting To Know Your Atv

    WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. Owner’s Manual completely and understand GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV the operation of the controls. Pay particular at- This ATV is for recreation and utility use. This tention to the safety information on pages section, Riding your ATV, provides general 2-1–2-6.

  • Page 75: Ride With Care And Good Judgement

    JUDGEMENT Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the certified training Get training if you are inexperienced. course offered by Yamaha. They should Beginners should get training from a certified then regularly practice the skills learned instructor. in the course and the operating tech- Become familiar with this ATV at slow speeds niques described in this Owner’s Manu-...
  • Page 76 Not recommended for children under 16 years of age. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to follow the age recommenda- tions for this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use by children of ATVs that are not rec- ommended for their age can lead to se- vere injury or death of the child.
  • Page 77 This ATV is designed to carry operator and cargo only – passengers prohibited. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Carrying a passenger on this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV. Could cause an accident, resulting in harm to you and/ or your passenger.
  • Page 78 Apparel Operating without protective clothing WARNING increases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident. POTENTIAL HAZARD HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing an Always wear an approved motorcycle approved motorcycle helmet, eye pro- helmet that fits properly.
  • Page 79 Do not operate after consuming alcohol or WARNING drugs. POTENTIAL HAZARD Operator’s performance capability is reduced Operating this ATV after consuming al- by the influence of alcohol or drugs. cohol or drugs. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment. Could cause you to react more slowly.
  • Page 80 Pre-operation checks WARNING Always perform the pre-operation checks list- POTENTIAL HAZARD ed on page 5-1 before riding for safety and Operating this ATV with improper tires, proper care of the ATV. or with improper or uneven tire pres- WARNING sure. POTENTIAL HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN Failure to inspect the ATV before oper-...
  • Page 81 Speed limiter WARNING For riders less experienced with this model, Indicates a potential hazard that could this model is equipped with a speed limiter in result in serious injury or death. the throttle lever housing. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening, even Do not operate at speeds too fast for your when the throttle lever is pushed to the maxi- skills or the conditions.
  • Page 82 Loading and accessories WARNING Use extra caution when riding the ATV with POTENTIAL HAZARD additional loads, such as accessories or car- Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow- go. The ATV’s handling may be adversely af- ing cargo improperly. fected. Reduce your speed when adding WHAT CAN HAPPEN additional loads.
  • Page 83 During operation WARNING Always keep your feet on the footboards dur- POTENTIAL HAZARD ing operation. Otherwise your feet may con- Removing hands from handlebars or tact the rear wheels. feet from footboards during operation. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Removing even one hand or foot can re- duce your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off of the ATV.
  • Page 84 Avoid wheelies and jumping. You may lose control of the ATV or overturn. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies, jumps, and other stunts. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of an accident, in- cluding an overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt stunts, such as wheelies or jumps.
  • Page 85 Never modify this ATV through improp- er installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories added to this ve- hicle should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions. If you have questions, consult an autho- rized ATV dealer.
  • Page 86 Exhaust system Do not touch the hot exhaust system. The exhaust system on the ATV is very hot Do not park the ATV in a place where during and following operation. To prevent others might be likely to touch it. burns, avoid touching the exhaust system.

  • Page 87: Be Careful Where You Ride

    BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE This ATV is designed for off-road use only. Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of control. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATVs are designed for off-road use only. Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV, and may cause the vehicle to go out of con-...
  • Page 88 Do not ride on any public road, street, or high- way. Riding on public roads can result in collisions with other vehicles. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets, roads or highways. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or...
  • Page 89 Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cau- tiously in unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for holes, rocks, or roots in the terrain, and oth- er hidden hazards which may cause the ATV to upset. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this ATV on unfamiliar terrain.
  • Page 90 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of traction or vehicle control, which could result in an acci- dent, including an overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills neces-...
  • Page 91 When riding in an area where you might not WHAT CAN HAPPEN easily be seen, such as desert terrain, mount You could be in a collision. You could a caution flag on the ATV. DO NOT use the be injured. flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch.
  • Page 92 Select a large, flat area off-road to become fa- With the engine idling, shift the drive select le- miliar with your ATV. Make sure that this area ver to the low position “L” or the high position is free of obstacles and other riders. You “H”.

  • Page 93: Turning Your Atv

    TURNING YOUR ATV HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD To achieve maximum traction while riding off- Always follow proper procedures for road in 2WD or 4WD, the two rear wheels turn turning as described in this Owner’s together at the same speed. Furthermore, Manual.
  • Page 94 Once you have learned this technique you should be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter curves. Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the ATV to tip.

  • Page 95: Climbing Uphill

    CLIMBING UPHILL HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle Never operate the ATV on hills too steep overturns on hills. Be sure that you can ma- for the ATV or for your abilities. Practice neuver your ATV well on flat ground before at- on smaller hills before attempting large tempting any incline and then practice riding hills.
  • Page 96 WARNING An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other POTENTIAL HAZARD side of the hill. Climbing hills improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this Own- er’s Manual.
  • Page 97 If you are climbing a hill and you find that you WARNING have not properly judged your ability to make POTENTIAL HAZARD it to the top, you should turn the ATV around Improperly crossing hills or turning on while you still have forward motion (provided hills.
  • Page 98 When crossing the side of a hill: Always follow proper procedures as de- scribed in the Owner’s Manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV. 7-27...
  • Page 99 If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you the front and rear brakes gradually, or dis- believe you can continue up the hill, restart mount the ATV immediately on the uphill side. carefully to make sure you do not lift the front WARNING wheels which could cause you to lose control.
  • Page 100 If you begin rolling backwards: Keep weight uphill. 2WD: Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards. Apply the front brake. When fully stopped, shift to the parking position “P”. 4WD or 4WD-LOCK: Apply both front and rear brakes gradually. When fully stopped, shift to the parking position “P”.

  • Page 101: Riding Downhill

    RIDING DOWNHILL When this ATV is in 4WD or 4WD-LOCK, all When riding your ATV downhill, shift your wheels (front and rear) are interconnected by weight as far to the rear and uphill side of the the drive train. This means that applying either ATV as possible.
  • Page 102 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn. Always follow proper procedures for go- ing down hills as described in this Own- er’s Manual. Note: a special technique is required when braking as you go down a hill.

  • Page 103: Crossing A Slope

    CROSSING A SLOPE WARNING Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV re- POTENTIAL HAZARD quires you to properly position your weight to Improperly crossing hills or turning on maintain proper balance. Be sure that you hills. have learned the basic riding skills on flat WHAT CAN HAPPEN ground before attempting to cross a sloping Could cause loss of control or cause the...
  • Page 104 7-33...

  • Page 105: Crossing Through Shallow Water

    CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER Remember that wet brakes may have re- The ATV can be used to cross slow moving, duced stopping ability. Test your brakes shallow water of up to a maximum of 35 cm after leaving water. If necessary, apply (14 inches) in depth.
  • Page 106 Test your brakes after leaving the water. Do CAUTION: not continue to ride your ATV without verifying After riding your ATV in water, be sure to that you have regained proper braking ability. drain the trapped water by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case, the V-belt cooling duct check hose, the drive select lever box check hose and...
  • Page 107 1. V-belt cooling duct check hose (left front side of ATV) 1. Storage compartment check hose 1. Drive select lever box check hose 1. V-belt case drain plug 7-36...

  • Page 108: Riding Over Rough Terrain

    RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN WARNING Riding over rough terrain should be done with POTENTIAL HAZARD caution. Look out for obstacles which could Improperly operating over obstacles. cause damage to the ATV or could lead to an WHAT CAN HAPPEN upset or accident. Be sure to keep your feet Could cause loss of control or a colli- firmly mounted on the footboards at all times.

  • Page 109: Sliding And Skidding

    SLIDING AND SKIDDING If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide Care should be used when riding on loose or sideways, control can usually be regained (if slippery surfaces since the ATV may slide. If there is room to do so) by steering in the direc- unexpected and uncorrected, sliding could tion of the slide.
  • Page 110 With practice, over a period of time, skill at WARNING controlled sliding can be developed. The ter- POTENTIAL HAZARD rain should be chosen carefully before at- Skidding or sliding improperly. tempting such maneuvers, since both stability WHAT CAN HAPPEN and control are reduced. Bear in mind that You may lose control of this ATV.

  • Page 111: What To Do If

    WHAT TO DO IF ... If your ATV starts to slide sideways: This section is designed to be a reference Steer in the direction of the slide if you have guide only. Be sure to read each section on the room. Applying the brakes or accelerat- riding techniques completely.
  • Page 112 If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface: Be sure to ride with your weight positioned towards the uphill side of the ATV to main- tain proper balance. If the ATV starts to tip, steer down the hill (if there are no obstacles in your way) to regain balance.

  • Page 113: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    EBU00515 P ERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Have a Yamaha dealer perform service if ADJUSTMENT you are not familiar with machine ser- vice. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrica- tion will keep your machine in the safest and EBU14510 most efficient condition possible. Safety is an Owner’s manual and tool kit...
  • Page 114 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD during a service operation requiring one, take Never modify this ATV through improp- your machine to a Yamaha dealer to check er installation or use of accessories. All the torque settings and adjust them as neces- parts and accessories added to this ve- sary.

  • Page 115: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

    ATV isn’t used for a long period of time, the month maintenance intervals should be followed. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.

  • Page 116: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

    EBU15720 General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL EVERY month Whichever ITEM ROUTINE comes first 1,300 2,500 2,500 5,000 (mi) (200) (800) (1,600) (1,600) (3,200) hours • Clean. Every 20–40 hours Air filter element • Replace if necessary. (More often in wet or dusty areas.) Engine oil •...
  • Page 117 INITIAL EVERY month Whichever ITEM ROUTINE comes first 1,300 2,500 2,500 5,000 (mi) (200) (800) (1,600) (1,600) (3,200) hours Rear upper and lower • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. knuckle pivots* Drive shaft universal joint* • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Engine mount* •...

  • Page 118: Panel Removal And Installation

    EBU00614 Panel removal and installation The panels illustrated need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a panel has to be removed or reinstalled. 1. Panel C 2. Panel D 3.
  • Page 119 EBU00700 Panel A, D To remove 1. Remove the seat. 2. Pull outward on the areas shown, and then pull upward.
  • Page 120 To install 1. Place the panel in its original position. 2. Install the seat.
  • Page 121 EBU01147 EBU15370 Panel B Panel C To remove To remove Remove the bolt, and then take the panel off. 1. Remove the top carrier bolts. To install Place the panel in the original position and in- stall the bolt. CAUTION: When installing the panel, be sure not to pinch the cables or wires.
  • Page 122 To install 1. Place the panel in the original position, and then install the quick fastener screws. 2. Place the carrier in the original position, and then install the carrier bolts under the fenders. 3. Install the top carrier bolts, and then tight- en all bolts to the specified torques.
  • Page 123 EBU01013 EBU00638 Panel E Panel F To remove To remove Remove the bolts, and then take the panel off. Pull outward on the areas shown. To install Place the panel in the original position, and then install the bolts. 1. Panel F 1.

  • Page 124: Engine Oil And Oil Filter Cartridge

    EBU10992 To install Engine oil and oil filter cartridge Place the panel in its original position. The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the inter- vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
  • Page 125 1. Engine oil filler cap 1. Maximum level mark 2. Minimum level mark 6. Insert the dipstick in the oil filler hole 7. If the engine oil is at or below the mini- (without screwing it in), and then remove mum level mark, add sufficient oil of the it again to check the oil level.
  • Page 126 NOTE: To change the engine oil (with or without Skip steps 5–9 if the oil filter cartridge is not oil filter cartridge replacement) being replaced. 1. Remove panel F. (See pages 8-11–8-12 for panel removal and installation proce- 5. Remove panels D and E. (See pages dures.) 8-7–8-8, 8-11 for panel removal and in- 2.
  • Page 127 8. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an An oil filter wrench is available at a nearby oil filter wrench, and then tighten it to the Yamaha dealer. specified torque with a torque wrench. 7. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the Tightening torque: O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge.
  • Page 128 Recommended engine oil: See page 10-2. Oil quantity: Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 2.30 L (2.02 Imp qt, 2.43 US qt) With oil filter cartridge replacement: 2.40 L (2.11 Imp qt, 2.54 US qt) CAUTION: 1. Torque wrench In order to prevent clutch slippage 9.

  • Page 129: Final Gear Oil

    EBU15380 12. Start the engine and warm it up for seve- Final gear oil Checking the final gear oil level ral minutes. While warming up, check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found, turn 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. the engine off immediately and check for 2.
  • Page 130 Changing the final gear oil CAUTION: 1. Remove the engine guard and the final Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case guard by removing the bolts. gear case. 4. Install the oil filler bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque.
  • Page 131 4. Remove the oil filler bolt and the drain 6. Add the recommended final gear oil to bolt to drain the oil. the brim of the filler hole. Recommended oil: SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil Oil quantity: 0.16 L (0.14 Imp qt, 0.17 US qt) CAUTION: Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case.

  • Page 132: Differential Gear Oil

    EBU07063 9. Install the engine guard and the final gear Differential gear oil Checking the differential gear oil case guard by installing the bolts, and then tightening them to the specified 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. torques. 2.
  • Page 133 CAUTION: Be sure no foreign material enters the dif- ferential gear case. 3. Install the differential gear oil filler bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Differential gear oil filler bolt: 23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf) 1.

  • Page 134: Cooling System

    EBU12560 Cooling system Recommended oil: 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil 2. Check the coolant level in the coolant Oil quantity: reservoir when the engine is cold as the 0.23 L (0.20 Imp qt, 0.24 US qt) coolant level will vary with engine tem- perature.
  • Page 135 3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum NOTE: If water is added, have a Yamaha dealer level mark, remove panel D (See pages check the antifreeze content of the cool- 8-7–8-8 for panel removal and installa- ant as soon as possible.

  • Page 136: Changing The Coolant

    EBU12572 Changing the coolant 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. 2. Remove panels E and F. (See pages WARNING 8-11–8-12 for panel removal and installa- POTENTIAL HAZARD tion procedures.) Removing the radiator cap when the en- 3. Place a container under the engine, and gine and radiator are still hot.
  • Page 137 5. Remove the radiator cap. 1. Trough 4. Remove the front carrier and panel C. 1. Radiator cap (See pages 8-9–8-10 for removal and in- 6. Remove panel D. (See pages 8-7–8-8 for stallation procedures.) panel removal and installation proce- dures.) 7.
  • Page 138 11. Install the coolant reservoir hose. 12. Pour the recommended coolant into the reservoir to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap and panel D. 13. Pour the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full, and then install the radiator cap.

  • Page 139: Axle Boots

    15. Check for coolant leakage. NOTE: If any leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal- er check the cooling system. 1. Front axle boot (× 2 each side) 16. Install the panels and the front carrier.

  • Page 140: Spark Plug Inspection

    EBU00864 Spark plug inspection Removal 1. Remove panel A. (See pages 8-7–8-8 for panel removal and installation proce- dures.) 2. Remove the spark plug cap. 1. Rear axle boot (× 2 each side) 1. Spark plug cap 8-28...
  • Page 141 Do not attempt to diagnose such problems to remove the spark plug as shown. yourself. Instead, take the ATV to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.
  • Page 142 NOTE: If a torque wrench is not available when you are installing a spark plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4 to 1/2 turn past finger tight. Have the spark plug tightened to the specified torque as soon as possible. 4.

  • Page 143: Air Filter Element Cleaning

    EBU15140 Air filter element cleaning NOTE: There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case. If dust or water collects in this hose, empty the hose and clean the air filter element and air filter case. 1.
  • Page 144 4. Pull off the lock plate, and then remove WARNING the air filter element from its frame. POTENTIAL HAZARD Using low flash point solvents or gaso- line to clean the air filter element. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Low flash point solvents or gasoline can catch fire or explode.
  • Page 145 NOTE: 8. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other The air filter element should be cleaned every quality foam air filter oil to the air filter el- 20–40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubri- ement. cated more often if the machine is operated in NOTE: extremely dusty areas.

  • Page 146: V-Belt Cooling Duct Check Hose

    NOTE: If water drains from the V-belt case after re- moving the plug, have a Yamaha dealer in- spect the ATV as the water may affect other engine parts. 1. V-belt cooling duct check hose (left front side of ATV) 1.

  • Page 147: Spark Arrester Cleaning

    EBU13581 Spark arrester cleaning Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool before cleaning the spark arrester. 1. Remove the bolts. 2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the muffler. 1. Tailpipe 2. Spark arrester 4. Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the bolt holes.

  • Page 148: Carburetor Adjustment

    The carburetor is a vital part of the engine and POTENTIAL HAZARD requires very sophisticated adjustment. Most Improper cleaning of the spark arrester. adjusting should be left to a Yamaha dealer Hot exhaust system who has the professional knowledge and ex- WHAT CAN HAPPEN perience to do so.

  • Page 149: Idle Speed Adjustment

    EBU12580 Idle speed adjustment 3. Connect the tachometer to the spark plug lead, and then set the idle to the specified NOTE: idling speed by adjusting the throttle stop A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this screw. Turn the screw in direction a to procedure.

  • Page 150: Valve Clearance Adjustment

    This adjust- ment however, should be left to a professional 1. Loosen the locknut. Yamaha service technician. 2. Turn the adjusting bolt until the throttle le- ver free play is 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12– 0.20 in).

  • Page 151: Select Lever Safety System Cable Adjustment

    The select lever safety system cable stretch- If a brake pad thickness is less than 1.0 mm es with use, resulting in improper function. To (0.04 in), have a Yamaha dealer replace the prevent this, the cable must be adjusted regu- pads as a set.

  • Page 152: Rear Brake Pad Check

    Check the wear indicator grooves. If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disappeared, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace the pads as a set. 1. Brake pad wear indicator groove...

  • Page 153: Inspecting The Brake Fluid Level

    EBU06221 Inspecting the brake fluid level FRONT Insufficient brake fluid may let air enter the brake system, possibly causing the brakes to become ineffective. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and replenish when necessary. A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake sys- tem leakage.

  • Page 154: Brake Fluid Replacement

    Always clean up spilled the top of the master cylinder reservoirs are fluid immediately. level. Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if Use only the designated quality brake fluid. the brake fluid level goes down. Otherwise, the rubber seals may deterio-...

  • Page 155: Front Brake Lever Free Play

    The front brake lever should have a free play POTENTIAL HAZARD of zero mm (zero in) at the lever end. If not, Operating with improperly serviced or have a Yamaha dealer check the brake sys- adjusted brakes. tem. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident.

  • Page 156: Adjusting The Rear Brake Lever And Brake Pedal

    EBU09631 Adjusting the rear brake lever and brake If correct free play cannot be obtained, ask a pedal Yamaha dealer to make that adjustment. Adjusting the rear brake lever NOTE: The rear brake lever free play should be 0.5– When adjusting the rear brake lever free play: 2.0 mm (0.02–0.08 in).
  • Page 157 The top of the brake pedal should be posi- POTENTIAL HAZARD tioned 72 mm (2.83 in) above the top of the Operating with improperly serviced or footrest. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust adjusted brakes. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident.

  • Page 158: Adjusting The Rear Brake Light Switch

    EBU12590 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 2. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the The rear brake light switch, which is activated rear brake light switch in place. To make by the brake pedal and rear brake lever, is the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a.

  • Page 159: Cable Inspection And Lubrication

    Inspect cables frequently. Replace dam- aged cables. Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-47...

  • Page 160: Rear Knuckle Upper And Lower Pivot Lubrication

    EBU13110 Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots with a grease gun. 1. Upper knuckle 2. Lower knuckle Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 8-48...

  • Page 161: Wheel Removal

    EBU01112 EBU11211 Wheel removal Wheel installation 1. Loosen the wheel nuts. 1. Install the wheel and the nuts. 2. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable NOTE: stand under the frame. The arrow mark on the tire must point 3. Remove the nuts from the wheel. toward the rotating direction of the wheel.

  • Page 162: Battery

    Therefore it is not necessary to check the electrolyte or add distilled water in the bat- tery. If the battery seems to have discharged, consult a Yamaha dealer. 1. Tapered nut 2. Lower the ATV so that the wheel is on the ground.
  • Page 163 CAUTION: HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not try to remove the sealing caps of Avoid contact with skin, eyes or cloth- the battery cells. You may damage the bat- ing. Always shield eyes when working tery. near batteries. Keep out of reach of chil- dren.

  • Page 164: Battery Maintenance

    CAUTION: amperage. Turn on the main switch. If A special battery charger (constant volt- the fuse immediately blows again, con- age/ampere or constant voltage) is re- sult a Yamaha dealer. quired recharging sealed-type battery. Using a conventional battery charger may shorten the battery life.
  • Page 165 1. Main fuse 2. Fuse box 1. Headlight fuse 2. Ignition fuse 3. Auxiliary DC jack fuse 4. Four-wheel drive fuse 5. Signaling system fuse 6. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock) 7. Spare fuse (× 3) Specified fuses: Main fuse: 30.0 A Headlight fuse: 15.0 A...

  • Page 166: Replacing A Headlight Bulb

    EBU15951 Replacing a headlight bulb WARNING If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as fol- POTENTIAL HAZARD lows. Using an improper fuse. 1. Remove the bulb holder cover at the rear WHAT CAN HAPPEN of the headlight by pulling it off. An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire.
  • Page 167 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler by lift- 3. Remove the headlight bulb holder as- ing the tab as shown and pulling out the sembly by turning it counterclockwise. coupler. 1. Headlight bulb holder assembly 1. Headlight coupler NOTE: The headlight bulb cannot be removed from the headlight bulb holder.
  • Page 168 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and immediately after it is turned off. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned, or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flamma- ble. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 1.

  • Page 169: Headlight Beam Adjustment

    Headlight beam adjustment 6. Install the headlight bulb holder cover at CAUTION: the rear of the headlight. It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. To raise the beam, turn the adjusting screw in direction a. To lower the beam, turn the adjusting screw in direction b.

  • Page 170: Tail/Brake Light Bulb Replacement

    EBU09640 Tail/brake light bulb replacement 1. Remove the nuts together with the wash- ers. 1. Tail/brake light unit 2. Tail/brake light bulb holder 3. Remove the defective bulb from the bulb holder by pushing it inward and turning it counterclockwise. 1.

  • Page 171: Troubleshooting

    EBU00412 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha machines receive a rigid in- spection before shipment from the factory, trouble may occur during operation. Any prob- lem in the fuel, compression, or ignition sys- tems can cause poor starting and loss of power. The troubleshooting chart describes a quick, easy procedure for making checks.
  • Page 172 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Checking the fuel system while smok- ing or near an open flame. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can ignite or explode, causing se- vere injury or property damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.

  • Page 173: Troubleshooting Charts

    No fuel. 2. Compression There is compression. Compression normal. Use the electric starter to see if there is compression. Ask a Yamaha dealer to No compression. inspect. 3. Ignition Wipe clean with dry cloth. Ignition system is Spark is good.

  • Page 174: Engine Overheating

    Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a Level is OK. Yamaha dealer to inspect and/or repair the cooling system. NOTE: If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.

  • Page 175: Cleaning And Storage

    EBU00419 C LEANING AND STORAGE CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may cause wa- A. CLEANING ter seepage and deterioration of wheel Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine bearings, brakes, transmission seals and will not only enhance its appearance but will electrical devices. Many expensive repair improve its general performance and extend bills have resulted from improper high the useful life of many components.
  • Page 176 6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery WARNING cleaner to keep the cover pliable and POTENTIAL HAZARD glossy. Operation with wet brakes after wash- 7. Automotive type wax may be applied to ing. all painted and chrome plated surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Avoid combination cleaner-waxes.

  • Page 177: Storage

    Do not apply oil to fuel) any rubber parts or the seat cover. NOTE: 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 instead.
  • Page 178 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)). NOTE: Make any necessary repairs before storing the machine.

  • Page 179: Specifications

    EBU00428 S PECIFICATIONS Model YFM45FAV Dimensions: Overall length 1,993 mm (78.5 in) Overall width 1,093 mm (43.0 in) Overall height 1,120 mm (44.1 in) Seat height 830 mm (32.7 in) Wheelbase 1,233 mm (48.5 in) Ground clearance 245 mm (9.65 in) Minimum turning radius 3,000 mm (118.1 in)
  • Page 180 Model YFM45FAV Engine oil: Type 0˚ 10˚ 30˚ 70˚ 90˚ 110˚ 130˚F 50˚ YAMALUBE 4 (20W40) or SAE 20W40 YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) or SAE 10W30 SAE 5W30 -20˚ -10˚ 0˚ 20˚ 30˚ 40˚ 50˚C 10˚ Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher...
  • Page 181 Model YFM45FAV Final gear case oil: Type SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0.16 L (0.14 Imp qt, 0.17 US qt) Differential gear case oil: Type SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0.23 L (0.20 Imp qt, 0.24 US qt) Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.30 L (1.14 Imp qt, 1.37 US qt)
  • Page 182 Model YFM45FAV Spark plug: Type/manufacturer DR8EA / NGK Spark plug gap 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in) Clutch type: Wet, centrifugal automatic Transmission: Primary reduction system V-belt Secondary reduction system Shaft drive 39/24 × 24/18 × 33/9 (7.944) Secondary reduction ratio Transmission type...
  • Page 183 Model YFM45FAV Brake: Front brake type Dual disc brake operation Right hand operation Rear brake type Single disc brake operation Left hand and right foot operation Suspension: Front suspension Double wishbone Rear suspension Double wishbone Shock absorber: Front shock absorber...
  • Page 184 Model YFM45FAV Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: 12 V 30W/30.0 W × 2 Headlight 12 V 5W/21.0 W × 1 Tail/brake light Indicator light: Neutral indicator light Reverse indicator light Coolant temperature warning light Park indicator light High-range indicator light...

  • Page 185: Noise Regulation

    EBU00430 N OISE REGULATION TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inop- erative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any de- vice or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

  • Page 186: Maintenance Record

    EBU15740 M AINTENANCE RECORD Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts you purchase and install will be required to docu- ment maintenance done in accordance with the warranty. The chart below is printed only as a re- minder to you that the maintenance work is required. It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work.

  • Page 187: Atv Limited Warranty

    EBU00432 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY 13-1...
  • Page 188 13-2...

  • Page 189: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)

    EBU00435 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) 14-1...
  • Page 190 EBU00436 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 14-2...
  • Page 191 EBU00437...
  • Page 192 LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. (For replacement manual, call 1-800-532-1558) YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. PRINTED IN USA 2005.09-4.0×1 CR...

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