Operating The Reverse Knob And Driving In Reverse - Yamaha RAPTOR 700R Owner's Manual

warning light should come on, then go off. If a
warning light does not go off, see page 4-2 for
the corresponding warning light circuit check.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral. The neutral
indicator light should come on, if it does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
NOTE:
This model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions.
G
The transmission is in neutral.
G
The clutch is disengaged with the transmission
in gear. However, it is recommended to shift into
neutral before starting the engine.
4. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the start switch,
then push it again. Pause a few seconds before
the next attempt. Each cranking should be as short
as possible to preserve battery energy. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 seconds on each
attempt.
5. Continue warming up the engine until it idles
smoothly.
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CAUTION:
For maximum engine life, always warm the en-
gine up before starting off. Never accelerate
hard when the engine is cold!
NOTE:
The engine is warm when it responds normally to
the throttle.
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Operating the reverse knob and driving
in reverse
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CAUTION:
Before shifting, stop the ATV, otherwise the
transmission may be damaged.
1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop, apply the
clutch lever, and then shift the transmission
into first gear.
2. While applying the brake pedal, turn the re-
verse knob clockwise with your right hand.
3. Apply the clutch lever and shift the transmis-
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