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Yamaha Big Bear 400 YFM40FBB Owner's Manual

Yamaha Big Bear 400 YFM40FBB Owner's Manual (156 pages)

Brand: Yamaha | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
6
Location of the Warning and Specification Labels
9
Safety Information
13
Description
18
- Left View
  18
- Right View
  18
- Controls and Instruments
  19
Instrument and Control Functions
20
- Main Switch
  20
- Indicator Lights and Warning Light
  21
- Speedometer
  22
- Fuel Gauge
  23
- Handlebar Switches
  24
- Throttle Lever
  29
- Speed Limiter
  30
- Front Brake Lever
  30
- Brake Pedal and Rear Brake Lever
  31
- Parking Brake
  32
- Shift Pedal
  32
- Reverse Knob "REV
  33
- Recoil Starter
  33
- Fuel Tank Cap
  34
- Fuel
  34
- Fuel Cock
  36
- Starter (Choke)
  37
- Seat
  38
- Storage Compartment
  39
- Front Carrier
  39
- Rear Carrier
  40
- Auxiliary DC Jack
  40
Pre-Operation Checks
42
- Fuel
  44
- Engine Oil
  44
- Final Gear Oil
  44
- Differential Gear Oil
  44
- Front and Rear Brakes
  44
- Throttle Lever
  45
- Specifications
  45
- Tires
  45
- Chassis Fasteners
  47
- Instruments, Lights and Switches
  47
Operation
48
- Starting a Cold Engine
  48
- Starting a Warm Engine
  50
- Shifting
  50
- Operating the Reverse Knob and Driving in Reverse
  51
- Engine Break-In
  52
- Parking
  53
- Parking on a Slope
  54
- Accessories and Loading
  54
Riding Your Atv
58
- Getting to Know Your Atv
  59
- Ride with Care and Good Judgment
  59
- Be Careful Where You Ride
  66
- Turning Your Atv
  69
- Climbing Uphill
  71
- Riding Downhill
  74
- Crossing a Slope
  75
- Crossing through Shallow Water
  76
- Riding over Rough Terrain
  77
- Sliding and Skidding
  78
- What to Do if
  79
- What to Do
  79
Periodic Maintenance and Adjustment
81
- Owner's Manual and Tool Kit
  82
- Periodic Maintenance Chart for the Emission Control System
  83
- General Maintenance and Lubrication Chart
  85
- Checking the Spark Plug
  89
- Engine Oil and Oil Filter Element
  91
- Cleaning
  92
- Final Gear Oil
  95
- Differential Gear Oil
  98
- Cleaning the Air Filter Element
  100
- Cleaning the Spark Arrester
  104
- Adjusting the Carburetor
  105
- Adjusting the Engine Idling Speed
  106
- Adjusting the Throttle Lever Free Play
  107
- Valve Clearance
  107
- Adjusting the Reverse Lock Release Cable
  108
- Brakes
  108
- Checking the Front Brake Pads and Rear Brake Friction Plates
  108
- Checking the Brake Fluid Level
  109
- Changing the Brake Fluid
  111
Checking the Front Brake Lever Free Play
111
Adjusting the Brake Pedal and Rear Brake Lever Free Play
111
Axle Boots
115
Brake Light Switches
116
Adjusting the Clutch Free Play
116
Checking and Lubricating the Cables
117
Checking and Lubricating the Front and Rear Brake Levers
118
Checking and Lubricating the Brake and Shift Pedals
119
Checking the Wheel Hub Bearings
120
Lubricating the Drive Shaft Universal Joint
120
Checking the Stabilizer Bushes
120
Lubricating the Rear Knuckle Pivots
120
Lubricating the Steering Shaft
121
Battery
121
Replacing a Fuse
124
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
125
Adjusting a Headlight Beam
128
Replacing the Tail/Brake Light Bulb
128
Removing a Wheel
130
Installing a Wheel
130
Troubleshooting
132
Troubleshooting Chart
133
Cleaning and Storage
134
- Cleaning
  134
- Storage
  135
Specifications
137
Consumer Information
141
- Identification Numbers
  141
- Noise Regulation
  144
- Maintenance Record
  145
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.s.a. Atv Limited Warranty
  146
- Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)
  148

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