Engine Break-In - Yamaha BIG BEAR 400 Owner's Manual

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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engaging a lower gear when the engine
speed is too high.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The wheels could stop rotating and lose
traction. This could cause loss of control, an
accident and injury. It could also cause en-
gine or drive train damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Make sure the engine has sufficiently
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slowed before shifting to a lower gear.
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CAUTION:
Even with the transmission in the neutral posi-
tion, do not coast for long periods of time with
the engine off, and do not tow the ATV for long
distances. The transmission is properly lubri-
cated only when the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication
transmission.
WARNING
may damage
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Engine break-in

NOTE:
G For ATVs equipped with an odometer or an hour
meter, follow the figures given in km (mi) or the
figures given in hours.
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For ATVs not equipped with an odometer or
hour meter, follow the figures given in hours.
There is never a more important period in the life of
your engine than the first 320 km (200 mi) or 20
hours of riding. For this reason, you should read
the following material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put an ex-
cessive load on it for the first 320 km (200 mi) or 20
hours. The various parts in the engine wear and
polish themselves to the correct operating clear-
ances. During this period, prolonged full-throttle
operation or any condition that might result in en-
gine overheating must be avoided.
0–160 km (0–100 mi) or 0–10 hours
the
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle. Vary
the speed of the ATV regularly. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
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