Checking The Wheels; Checking And Lubricating The Cables; Lubricating The Levers; Lubricating The Pedal - Yamaha Grizzly550 User Manual

TIP
The arrow mark "1" on the tire must point in the
direction of wheel rotation.
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CHECKING THE WHEELS

The following procedure applies to all of the
wheels.
1. Check:
• Wheel "1"
Damage/bends → Replace.
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WARNING
• Never attempt even small repairs to the
wheel.
• Ride conservatively after installing a tire to
allow it to seat itself properly on the rim.
TIP
Always balance the wheel when a tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
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CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the in-
ner and outer cables.
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WARNING
Damaged outer cable may cause the cable to
corrode and interfere with its movement. Re-
place damaged outer cable and inner cables
as soon as possible.
1. Check:
• Outer cable
Damage → Replace.
2. Check:
• Cable operation
Rough movement → Lubricate.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable lu-
bricant
TIP
Hold the cable end upright and pour a few drops
of lubricant into the cable sheath or use a suit-
able lubricating device.
3. Apply:
• Lithium-soap-based grease
(onto end of the cable)
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LUBRICATING THE LEVERS

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the levers.
Recommended lubricant
Silicone grease
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LUBRICATING THE PEDAL

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the pedal.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
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CHASSIS
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