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Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 1 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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Please fill out and return the warranty registration form located on the back pages of this manual. Yerf-Dog is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the use of the material in this manual.
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FORWARD Thank you for choosing the Retriever by Yerf-Dog. You are about to experience the most practical, well engineered Compact Utility Vehicle (CUV). We expect this vehicle to last for years to come with proper user operation and maintenance. We would like to facilitate this by recommending that you read and follow all proper user operation and maintenance recommendations in this owner's manual.
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BRUSH GUARD ASSEMBLY (2) Retriever Dumpbed Decals (2) 4x2 Decals (see page 48 (See page 49 for suggested decal placement) for suggested decal placement). (2) Retriever 4x2 Decal SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY (2) Seat Belts (4) 7/16” Bolts (4) 7/16” Lock Washers (4) 7/16”...
Licensed drivers differ in skills, physical abilities, and judgment. Some licensed drivers may not be able to operate a Yerf-Dog Retriever safely. Never allow anyone to operate a Yerf-Dog Retriever who is not a licensed driver or at least 16 years of age or who has not first read this owner’s manual. Never allow anyone to use this vehicle if he or she does not have the ability or judgement to operate it safely in accordance with the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the vehicle itself.
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• No one under 16 years of age or without a valid drivers license should ever operate this vehicle. Also, never leave unattended minors in the vehicle. Allowing either one could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 7 Model# 34851 •...
LOCATED ON DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE UNDER CARGO BED LATCH HANDLE LOCATED ON MAXIMUM TONGUE RECEIVER HITCH WEIGHT - 125 lbs. Page 8 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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Disconnect negative battery lead first. CHOKE TRAVEL = 3/16” - 5/16” LOCATED ON DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE LOCATED ON DASH ON PARK BRAKE PANEL Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 9 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367...
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• Do not shift the Forward/Reverse handle while the accelerator pedal is pressed. Shift the handle only when the vehicle is at a complete stop. Failure to heed this caution could result in damage to the transmission. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 11 Model# 34851 •...
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• If the free play is excessive, have it repaired by your service center. Figure 5b Brake Pedal Page 12 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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NOTE: Using the headlights for extended periods of time without the engine running, or with the engine idling, will discharge the battery. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 13 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05...
• Be sure the plastic has been removed from the seat bottom before operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a fire, property damage, personal injury or death. Page 14 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
• Be sure all persons can properly operate the vehicle prior to allowing them to drive the vehicle. • Be sure all passengers are capable of securing themselves in a vehicle before allowing them to ride in one. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 15 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05...
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It is strongly recommended that owners not install any non-Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) supplied equipment on a Yerf-Dog Retriever in order to increase its speed or power. Do not make any modification to the Yerf-Dog Retriever for that purpose. Any modification of the vehicle’s original equipment may substantially increase the risk of serious injury or death.
• Depress the brake pedal as necessary and depress the accelerator pedal partially when descending a hill. • With the accelerator pedal partially depressed, the governor will cause the engine to assist the brakes in controlling downhill speed. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 17 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05...
NOTE: The vehicle is equipped with an automatically engaging prop rod. Never tamper with or alter prop rod assembly or operation. Figure 9 Bed Latch Figure 10 Prop Rod Page 18 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
• Avoid stopping on a hill when loaded. If you must stop on a hill, avoid sudden starts, or rolling backwards and stopping suddenly. Failure to heed this warning may cause vehicle to overturn, possibly resulting in severe personal injury or death. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 19 Model# 34851 •...
• Reduce normal driving speed when transporting a vehicle or trailer. Page 20 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
Use an automotive-type 12-volt battery charger rated at 10 amps or less. 3. Drain and seal the fuel tank. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 21 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05...
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4. Adjust tires to recommended tire pressure. See Vehicle Specifications on page 31. 5. Perform the Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist on page 14. Page 22 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
Service Center perform these operations. • Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust or replace parts as necessary. NOTE: Inspection may reveal the need for replacement parts. Always use genuine Yerf-Dog parts from your local Service Center. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com...
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Failure to make necessary repairs could result in fire, property damage, severe personal injury, or death. Page 24 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
Use the following chart to record periodic maintenance work. Maintenance Servicing Servicing Center Remarks Interval Record Date or Person Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 25 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
NOTE: Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 1OW-30, and 1OW-40) will increase oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently when using them. Page 26 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
Change the gear oil after the first 30 hours of operation. The recommended gear oil is SAE 85W-140. Figure 15B Transmission Fill Plug Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 27 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367...
Call a physician immediately. - Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately. Page 28 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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Before reusing, take the battery to your Service Center for testing and recharging. Figure 17E Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 29 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05...
Your Retriever vehicle can be waxed with any non-abrasive paste wax. Avoid the use of harsh cleaners since they can scratch the body finish. Page 30 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
CONSUMER ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED Please carefully follow the following YERF-DOG CUV Retriever assembly instructions. If you prefer, we can arrange for an independent,local service center to assemble your Retriever for you at a minimal assembly cost. Precise manufacturing, assembly and quality care has prepared this Retriever vehicle for use. Before...
#06491 - (1) WASHER; 3/8” 1D X 1-1/4”OD; FLAT; BLACK #001203P - (2) NUT; 1/4”; NYLOCK #06380 - (2) DECAL; RETRIEVER 4X2; DUMP BED #06178 - (1) BOLT; 1/4” X 1-1/2; HEX; ZINC #06155 - (1) BOLT; 1/4” X 2-1/2”; HEX; ZINC #06157 - (2) BOLT;...
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11. Lower the dump bed a little further making sure that the prop rod is in the retaining bracket location. Prop rod (p/n: 06141) Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 33 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367...
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15. Attach the spring (p/n: 06144) to the prop rod. Flat Washer 3/8” X 1” Bolt (p/n:001614P) (p/n:06153) 16. Lower dump bed. Page 34 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
To prevent severe personal injury or death from vehicle rollover, follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and in the decals on the vehicle itself. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 35 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05...
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Step 2 Step 1 Attach Cross Member to driver and passenger side brush guards using Bolts (#07). Step 1 Page 36 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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Fixed Receptor 5) Place nut on bolt and tighten. 6) Repeat procedure for other seat. Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 37 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
The following information is provided to help you identify probable questions you may have about the operation of your Retriever vehicle. See your Service Center with any additional questions you may have. Contact Yerf-Dog Customer Service to find a service center near you - 1-888-926-6554. PROBLEM...
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FUEL FILTER ASSY 05044 15-11 FUEL TUBE D 05045 15-12 CLIP 05030 15-13 CLIP 05047 15-14 THROTTLE CABLE 05048 Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 45 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT 05060 16-13 HEX WASHER FACE BOLT 05061 16-14 RUBBER CAP 04791 16-15 RUBBER CAP 05063 Page 46 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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19-2-6 E RING 05106 19-2-7 NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT 05107 19-2-8 SPRING 05108 19-3 HEX FLANGE BOLT 05109 Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 47 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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04769 21-13 POWER PORT 04768 21-13-1 RUBBER WASHER 05152 21-14 MAIN KEY SWITCH ASS'Y 04770 21-15 STRAP 05154 Page 48 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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06379 SEAT BELTS 06054 CABLE TRAY ED BLACK; CUV 04705 4 x 2 DECAL; ORANGE 06429 DECAL; RETRIEVER 4X2; DUMPBED 06380 Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 49 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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Bolt; Carriage; 3/8 x 2; Black Zinc w/Sems Washer 06458 Pivot; Latch Handle; CUV 06424 Washer; Lock; 3/8”; CZ 001664P Nut; Hex; 3/8-16; CZ 001215P Page 50 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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Bolts; U; 5/16 – 18x1 – 3/8 x 3 06105 Nut; Nylock; 5/16 – 18; C2 9 HH1256T Bracket 06091 Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 51 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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BOLT; 4MM X 16MM; CUV 05199 WASHER; FLAT; 4MM; CUV 05200 NUT; NYLOCK; 4MM; CUV 05201 SHIFTER MOUNT FACE PLATE; CUV 05310 Page 52 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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RIVET; 1/8X1/2; BLACK OXIDE; CUV 05193 WASHER; FLAT; 1/8; BLACK OXIDE 05194 CABLE THROTTLE; CUV 04144 ASSY; SEAT FRAME; BLACK 04662 Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 53 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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05195 NUT; NYLOCK; 1/4-20; BLACK ZINC 04767 BOLT; 1/2-20X3; GR5; BLACK ZINC 04694 NUT; LOCK; 1/2; CUV 04695 Page 54 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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CABLE; SHIFT; 144”; CUV 04741 WIRE HARNESS; FRONT (UNDER DASH PANEL) 04670 CABLE; SPLITTER (IN FRONT OF FIREWALL) 04665 Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual www.yerf-dog.com Page 55 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 Manual# 06367 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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ASSY; WDMT; MAIN FRAME; BLACK; CUV 04654 BUMPER; RECESSED; VIBRATION DAMPENER; RUBBER 06172 SCREW; #10-16 X 1-1/2”; HEX HEAD 06177 Page 56 www.yerf-dog.com Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual Manual# 06367 Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05 For questions in USA, 888-926-6554...
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As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that Yerf-Dog may deny warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
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Please use this form to send us any comments on your experience with the Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV. We appreciate your comments. Please Fax, Email or Mail your comments to our Yerf-Dog Customer Service Center. Retriever Feedback Flexible Flyer Wheel Goods...
Warranty service must be performed by a designated service center authorized by Yerf-Dog to sell and/or service the type of product involved, which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by Yerf-Dog. Warranty service will be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor.