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Yamaha YTF2 Owner's Manual

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YTF2
UTILITY VEHICLE
JW7-F8199-00
LIT-19626-71-09

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  • Page 1 YTF2 UTILITY VEHICLE JW7-F8199-00 LIT-19626-71-09...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Yamaha utility vehicle. This manual con- tains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care of your utility vehicle. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha.

  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: Yamaha continually seeks ● advancements in product design and quality; therefore, while this manual contains the most current This is the safety alert symbol. It is...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WARRANTY IMPORTANT LABELS OPERATOR SAFETY SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS CONTROLS PRE-OPERATION CHECKS OPERATION MAINTENANCE STORAGE SPECIFICATIONS WIRING...

  • Page 6: Warranty

    Any charges incurred in transporting a vehicle or charger to and from an authorized Yamaha golf car dealer for service or in performing field service is also excluded from this warranty.

  • Page 7: Important Labels

    IMPORTANT LABELS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION LABELS Read the following labels carefully before operating your utility vehicle, and promptly replace any labels which become damaged or removed. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to read and comply with the safety Y-1749 instruction labels.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT LABELS...
  • Page 9 IMPORTANT LABELS Y-1606 Important Emissions Information Yamaha Golf-Car Company THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO 2008 CALIFORNIA EVP REGULATIONS FOR SMALL OFF- ROAD ENGINES UNDER 13CCR SECTION 2766(D). THIS ENGINE MEETS 2008 CALIFORNIA EXH EMISSION REGULATIONS AND CONFORMS TO PHASE 2 U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES.
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT LABELS...
  • Page 11 IMPORTANT LABELS Y-1610 Y-1673a...
  • Page 12 Keep a record of these numbers for reference when ordering parts from a Yamaha Y-1750 dealer. The engine serial number ∫ is affixed in the location shown.

  • Page 13: Operator Safety

    OPERATOR SAFETY Yamaha utility vehicles are designed to be simple to operate. However, be sure to observe the following: BEFORE OPERATING THE UTILITY VEHICLE Read this Owner’s/Operator’s manual and all safety and instruction labels on the utility vehicle before operating.
  • Page 14 OPERATOR SAFETY Keep your hands on the steering wheel and your eyes on the path ahead. Use extra care in congested areas or when backing up. Always back up slowly, and watch carefully. Avoid starting or stopping abruptly. Vary the speed of the utility vehicle to match the terrain of the course.

  • Page 15: Safety Considerations

    SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Like all machines, utility vehicles can cause injury if improperly used or maintained. This section contains Do not operate utility vehicles broad safety practices required for when under the influence of safe operation. Before vehicles are alcohol or drugs. Death or serious operated, personnel should establish personal injury can result from any additional safety practices that...
  • Page 16 However, at hitch height. Adjust the load in it is not possible for Yamaha to test the trailer, if necessary, to reduce all non-Yamaha accessories, nor the weight on hitch. If you are car-...
  • Page 17 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Tie down cargo securely in the trailer. MAINTENANCE Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot REQUIRED FOR UTILITY move around. A shifting load can VEHICLE SAFETY cause an accident. Practice the following to help ensure Make sure the load does not inter- the safety of utility vehicle operators: fere with controls or your ability to see where you are going.

  • Page 18: Safety Precautions

    Properly block chassis before If new nameplates, warnings or working underneath utility vehicle. instructions are needed, contact your Yamaha dealer. Before disconnecting any part of the fuel system, drain the applicable part of the system to prevent fuel FUEL HANDLING/ leaks.
  • Page 19 CONTROLS FEATURES 1 Brake pedal 2 Parking brake pedal 3 Horn switch 4 Accelerator pedal 5 Steering wheel 6 Oil warning light 7 Main/headlight switch 8 Drive select lever 9 Choke knob Y-1612 a Seat b Front body c Front tire d Front bumper e Battery f Rear body...

  • Page 20: Controls

    CONTROLS MAIN SWITCH The main switch controls the following items: All electrical circuits are switched off. The key can be removed only in this YAMAHA position. Y-1639 Electrical circuits are switched on. The utility vehicle can be driven. Y-1640 ON WITH LIGHTS The functions for this position are the same as for the ON position;...

  • Page 21: Drive Select Lever

    CONTROLS DRIVE SELECT LEVER The drive select lever is used to shift the utility vehicle into forward or reverse. After coming to a complete stop, move the lever to the desired position. Lever Position Car Movement Y-18 FORWARD REVERSE The back-up buzzer will beep when the drive select lever is turned to “R.”...

  • Page 22: Parking Brake

    CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE PEDAL Press down on the parking brake pedal whenever parking the utility vehicle. ç Parking brake pedal Y-22a Release the parking brake by depressing the accelerator pedal. The parking brake will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
  • Page 23 CONTROLS HEADLIGHT/TAILLIGHT ON POSITION YAMAHA Turn the main switch all the way to the right to the second ON position. This will activate the headlights and taillights. Y-1641 HORN SWITCH The horn is located adjacent to the brake pedal, and is activated by depressing with your foot.
  • Page 24 CONTROLS OPENING AND CLOSING THE TAILGATE To open, unhook the latches, and then lower the tailgate. To close, place the tailgate in its original position, and then hook the latches. å Tailgate ∫ Latch Y-1644 RAISING AND LOWERING THE CARGO BED To raise, pull the cargo bed release lever toward the rear to unlatch the latches.
  • Page 25 CONTROLS Uncontrolled Movement Hazard Fire or Explosion Hazard Never exceed the stated load Do not fill fuel containers in the capacity for this vehicle. plastic cargo bed. Distribute the load evenly. Set fuel container on the ground. Secure cargo in cargo bed. Keep fuel nozzle in contact with Never tow cargo that is not can inlet while filling.

  • Page 26: Trailer Hitch

    CONTROLS TRAILER HITCH BRACKET This vehicle is equipped with a 5 cm (2 in.) receiver bracket for a standard trailer hitch. Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer. å Trailer hitch bracket Y-1647...

  • Page 27: Pre-Operation Checks

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Pre-operation checks should be made each time you use your utility vehicle. Get in the habit of perform- ing the following checks in the same way so that they become second nature. To keep vehicle from moving while performing pre-operation checks: Remove main switch key.

  • Page 28: Fuel System

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS FUEL SYSTEM Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank and that the fuel shutoff valve is open. Also check fuel line and connections for leakage. å Fuel tank ∫ Fuel cap ç Fuel shutoff valve Y-514a Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive.

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ENGINE OIL With the utility vehicle parked on level ground, remove the dipstick and make sure the engine oil is between the MIN and MAX marks (the crosshatched area on the end of the dipstick). Y-514 å Oil level dipstick ∫...

  • Page 30: Tire Air Pressure

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Engine Cooling Inlet Duct Check the engine cooling inlet duct for debris. Remove any debris present. å Engine cooling inlet duct BATTERY Y-1347 Check that the battery is held securely in place to prevent the battery from being damaged from vibration or jarring.

  • Page 31: Steering System

    PEDAL OPERATION Y-33 Check the following pedal controls for proper operation. If a pedal does not work properly, consult a Yamaha dealer. Accelerator Pedal Before checking operation of the accelerator pedal, be sure the main switch is in the “OFF”...
  • Page 32 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Brake Pedal Make sure the brake pedal feels firm when pressed and returns to its original position when released. ∫ Brake pedal Parking Brake Pedal Y-21a Make sure the parking brake pedal locks in place with a positive click, and releases when the accelerator pedal is pressed.
  • Page 33 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Headlights/Taillights Ensure the headlights and taillights are operational. Never operate the utility vehicle Y-1650 at night or during inclement weather without properly working headlights/taillights. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to comply with warning instructions in this manual.

  • Page 34: Operation

    OPERATION STARTING 1. With the parking brake applied, turn the drive select lever to “FWD” for forward, or “REV” for reverse. NOTICE Y-18 Do not shift from “FWD” forward to “REV” reverse while the utility vehicle is moving. Transmission damage can result. 2.
  • Page 35 OPERATION The parking brake automatically releases when the accelerator pedal is depressed. STOPPING To stop the utility vehicle, gradually press down on the brake pedal. å Brake pedal When the vehicle has come to a stop, apply the parking brake pedal Y-65c and turn the main switch to “OFF.”...
  • Page 36 OPERATION Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight. You can measure tongue weight with a bathroom Uncontrolled Movement Hazard scale. Put the tongue of the Never exceed the stated load loaded trailer on the scale with capacity for this vehicle. the tongue at hitch height.
  • Page 37 Check shock absorbers for oil leaks and damaged springs Items without a page number reference should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. This manual does not contain these procedures. They are contained in the Service Manual.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Inspect brake shoes and adjust or replace if necessary Items without a page number reference should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. This manual does not contain these procedures. They are contained in the Service Manual.

  • Page 39: Exhaust Emission Control System And Components

    System.” dealer Clogged Clean carburetor – It is recommended that these items carburetor Consult Yamaha be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or dealer other qualified mechanic. Electrical System Spark plug dirty Clean carbon or with carbon, or wipe spark plug...

  • Page 40: Spark Plug Inspection

    MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Inspection You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. Dirty or worn spark plugs can cause poor performance. å Spark plug ∫ Spark plug cap 1. Check for discoloration and Y-516 remove carbon deposits with a spark plug cleaner or wire brush.
  • Page 41 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Replacement 1. Warm up the engine for several minutes, place the utility vehicle on a level surface, then stop the engine. Use caution not to touch hot engine oil or hot engine parts, during the following procedure. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to comply with warning instructions in this...
  • Page 42 After replacing engine oil, check for oil leaks Y-515 around the drain plug. If oil leaks are found, consult a Yamaha dealer. Air Filter To remove the air filter elements: 1. Unlatch the air filter cover clips and remove cover.

  • Page 43: Drive Belt

    MAINTENANCE Inspection and cleaning: 3. Wash the foam pre-filter in soap and water. Allow it to dry. å Soap and water ∫ Foam element 4. Check the filter element. If damaged or dirty, replace it. Y-508 NOTICE Do not wring out the foam pre-filter, this could cause it to tear.
  • Page 44 MAINTENANCE Inspection: To inspect the drive belt, check for frayed edges or tears, and measure drive belt against the following specification. If the belt shows excessive wear or damage, replace the belt with a new one. å New: 31.0 mm (1.22 in.) ∫...
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Antidote: EXTERNAL: Flush with water. INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil.

  • Page 46: Fuse Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Fuse Replacement Be sure to use the specified fuse. Using a wrong fuse can cause electrical system damage and create a fire hazard. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to comply with warn- ing instructions in this manual. NOTICE When replacing a fuse, be sure the main switch is turned off to...
  • Page 47 1.4-1.9 m . kg (124-168 in . lb). Recommended oil: SAE 90 gear oil 8. Install the vent cap. Gearcase capacity: SAE 90 gear oil/800 mL, For transaxle oil replacement, 800 cc (0.9 US qt) consult a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. 8-11...

  • Page 48: Brake Adjustment

    Before you operate the vehicle, press down on the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes are functioning properly. Consult your Yamaha dealer before using your utility vehicle if you suspect brake problems. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to comply with warning instructions in this manual.
  • Page 49 MAINTENANCE Brake Pedal Free Play Adjustment NOTICE Before adjusting brake pedal free play, pump the brake pedal several times to self-adjust the brakes. To adjust the brake pedal free play: 1. Remove the floor mat and service lid from the floor of the utility vehicle.

  • Page 50: Storage

    If any gasoline gets on your eliminates the need to drain the fuel skin, immediately wash with system. Consult a Yamaha dealer if soap and water. Change the fuel system needs to be drained clothing if gasoline spills on it.

  • Page 51: Engine Preparation

    STORAGE ENGINE PREPARATION 2. Have the battery recharged every 60-90 days to keep it fully With the key removed and the spark charged. The battery must be plug lead disconnected, turn the kept fully charged to avoid clutch by hand until compression is damage.

  • Page 52: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Items YTF2 Dimensions: Overall length 2922 mm (115 in.) Overall width 1243 mm (48.9 in.) Overall height (steering height) 1198 mm (47.1 in.) Height of floor 300 mm (11.8 in.) Wheelbase 1917 mm (75.5 in.) Tread: Front 990 mm (39.0 in.)
  • Page 53 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Items YTF2 Description: ˚ Engine type 4-stroke, Gasoline, 60 incline OHV Number of cylinders Single Displacement 357 cm Bore x stroke 85 x 63 mm (3.30 x 2.48 in.) Compression ratio Rated output 8.5 kw/3500 rpm/11.4 hp Cooling system...
  • Page 54 SPECIFICATIONS BATTERIES Items YTF2 Battery: BCI group 24, RC: minimum 75 min CCA: minimum 400A CHASSIS Items YTF2 Suspension: Front Independent (oil-over strut type) Rear Pivoted trailing arm (mono-link) Lighting: Front Dual 35W halogen multi-reflector headlights Rear Heavy-duty rectangular taillights...

  • Page 55: Wiring

    WIRING YTF2 WIRING DIAGRAM 11-1...
  • Page 56 WIRING YTF2 WIRING DIAGRAM 11-2...
  • Page 57 WIRING YTF2 WIRING DIAGRAM 11-3...
  • Page 58 NOTES...
  • Page 59 YAMAHA GOLF-CAR Printed in U.S.A COMPANY 2008-KCC 1000 HWY 34 East Newnan, GA 30265 770-254-4000...

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