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Yamaha Grizzly 550 YFM5FGA, Grizzly 550 YFM5FGPHA, Grizzly 550 YFM5FGHA, Grizzly 550 YFM5FGPA, Grizzly 700 YFM7FGPA Owner's Manual

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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
OWNER’S MANUAL
YFM7FGPSEZ
WARNING
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
43P-28199-12LIT-11626-23-52
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM7FGPSEZ. This ATV represents the result of many years of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing machines. With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of this ATV.
This manual includes important safety information. It provides information about special tech­niques and skills necessary to ride the ATV. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce-
dures. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
● Read this manual together with TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER carefully and completely before operating
your ATV. Make sure you understand all instructions.
● Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the ATV.
● Never operate an ATV without proper training or instruction. Free training is available to anyone who buys
a new ATV. Call 1-800-887-2887 for more information.
● This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS IN­JURY OR DEATH. Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential per­sonal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this sym­bol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This ATV is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. It is illegal and unsafe to operate this ATV on any public street, road or highway. This ATV complies with all applicable off-road noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations in effect at the time of manufacture. Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV.
EBU17382
YFM7FGPSEZ
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2009 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, July 2009
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
P/N LIT-11626-23-52
EWB00011
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ............................ 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 2-1
Speed limiter .............................................4-13
Front brake lever .......................................4-14
Brake pedal and rear brake lever .............4-14
Drive select lever ......................................4-15
Fuel tank cap ............................................4-15
Fuel ...........................................................4-16
Seat ..........................................................4-18
Storage compartments .............................4-19
Front carrier ..............................................4-22
Rear carrier ...............................................4-22
Adjusting the front and rear shock
absorber assemblies ...............................4-22
Auxiliary DC jack .......................................4-23
DESCRIPTION .............................................. 3-1
Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-1
Controls and instruments ............................ 3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .................................................. 4-1
Main switch ................................................ 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .............. 4-2
Multi-function display .................................. 4-5
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-7
Throttle lever ............................................ 4-13
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..........................5-1
Fuel .............................................................5-3
Engine oil ....................................................5-3
Final gear oil ...............................................5-3
Differential gear oil ......................................5-3
Coolant .......................................................5-3
Front and rear brakes .................................5-3
Throttle lever ...............................................5-4
Tires ............................................................5-4
Chassis fasteners .......................................5-6
Instruments, lights and switches .................5-7
OPERATION .................................................. 6-1
Starting the engine ..................................... 6-1
Operating the drive select lever and
driving in reverse ...................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .......................................... 6-4
Parking ....................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ..................................... 6-5
Accessories and loading ............................ 6-6
RIDING YOUR ATV ...................................... 7-1
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV............... 7-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD
JUDGMENT .............................................. 7-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE............. 7-9
TURNING YOUR ATV .............................. 7-12
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-13
RIDING DOWNHILL.................................. 7-16
CROSSING A SLOPE............................... 7-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER ................................................... 7-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ........... 7-21
SLIDING AND SKIDDING ......................... 7-21
WHAT TO DO IF... .................................... 7-22
WHAT TO DO... ........................................ 7-23
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................................8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................8-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...........................8-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..........................................................8-4
Removing and installing panels ..................8-8
Removing the radiator grills ......................8-20
Checking the spark plug ...........................8-20
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................8-22
Final gear oil .............................................8-26
Differential gear oil ....................................8-29
Coolant .....................................................8-31
Cleaning the air filter element ...................8-37
Cleaning the spark arrester ......................8-41
V-belt case drain plug ...............................8-42
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .........8-43
Valve clearance ........................................8-44
Adjusting the drive select lever safety
system cable ...........................................8-44
Brakes .......................................................8-44
Checking the front and rear brake pads ...8-44 Checking the rear brake hose
protectors ................................................8-45
Checking the brake fluid level ...................8-46
Changing the brake fluid ...........................8-47
Checking the front and rear brake lever
free play ................................................. 8-47
Adjusting the brake pedal free play .......... 8-48
Axle boots ................................................ 8-50
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-51
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers .................................... 8-51
Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal ...................................................... 8-52
Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-53
Checking the stabilizer bushes ................ 8-53
Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots ........... 8-53
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-54
Battery ...................................................... 8-54
Replacing a fuse ...................................... 8-57
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-59
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-61
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............ 8-61
Removing a wheel .................................... 8-62
Installing a wheel ...................................... 8-63
Troubleshooting ....................................... 8-64
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 8-65
CLEANING AND STORAGE.......................... 9-1
Cleaning ..................................................... 9-1
Storage ....................................................... 9-2
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.......................11-1
Identification numbers ...............................11-1
Noise regulation ........................................11-4
Maintenance record ..................................11-5
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,
U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY .........11-6
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) ...................................................11-8

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS

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Read and understand all of the labels on your ATV. These labels contain important information for safe and
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proper operation. Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, request a replace­ment label from your Yamaha dealer.
99 lbs. (45 kg)
3B4-24875-U0
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187 lbs. (85 kg)
5880 N (600 kgf) 1322 lbf 147 N ( 15 kgf) 33 lbf
3B4-24875-S0
43P-2151K-00
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WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE : Set with tires cold
• Recommended : Front : 5.0 psi (35.0 kPa) Rear : 4.4 psi (30.0 kPa)
• Minimum : Front : 4.6 psi (32.0 kPa) Rear : 4.0 psi (27.0 kPa)
• Never set tire pressure below minimum.
It could cause the tire to dislodge from the rim.
LOADING / TRAILER TOWING
• Cargo or a trailer can affect stability and handling.
Read owner’s manual before loading or towing.
• When loading with cargo or towing a trailer :
Reduce speed and allow more room to stop. Avoid hills and rough terrain.
• Maximum weight capacity : 485 lbs. (220 kg)
Includes weight of operator, cargo and accessories (and if applicable, trailer tongue weight).
28P-2816M-U0
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WARNING
UNDER
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Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death.
NEVER
under age 16.
operate this ATV if you are
4D3-2816L-00
1 lb (0.5 kg).
3B4-2151F-U0
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This ATV complies with applicable provisions of ANSI/SVIA 1-2007 and is subject to an approved ATV action plan submitted by YAMAHA and on file with the U.S. Consumer Product safety Commission.
Certification of Compliance
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
6555 Katella Avenue, Cypress, California 90630-5101, U.S.A.
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43P-2817J-00

SAFETY INFORMATION

AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARD­OUS TO OPERATE.
An ATV handles differently from other vehicles, in­cluding motorcycles and cars. A collision or roll­over can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precau­tions. SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow these instructions:
● Read this manual and all labels carefully and fol-
low the operating procedures described.
● Never operate an ATV without proper training or
instruction. Take a Training Course.
Beginners should receive training from a certified instruc­tor. Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1­800-887-2887 to find out about the training courses nearest you.
● Always follow the age recommendation:
– A child under 16 years old should never oper­ate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc.
● Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an
ATV without adult supervision, and never allow continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely.
● Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
● Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved
surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, park­ing lots and streets.
● Never operate an ATV on any public street, road
or highway, even a dirt or gravel one.
● Never operate an ATV without wearing an ap-
proved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or a jacket, and long pants.
● Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while
operating this ATV.
● Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills
or the riding conditions. Always go at a speed that is proper for the terrain, visibility, operating conditions, and your experience.
● Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
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● Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to
make sure it is in safe operating condition. Al­ways follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this
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manual.
● Always keep both hands on the handlebars and
both feet on the footboards of the ATV during operation.
● Always go slowly and be extra careful when op-
erating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV.
● Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or
loose terrain until you have learned and prac­ticed the skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain. Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain.
● Always follow proper procedures for turning as
described in this manual. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds and never turn at excessive speeds.
● Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the
ATV or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills.
● Always follow proper procedures for climbing
hills as described in this manual. Check the ter­rain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose sur­faces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly. Never go over the top of a hill at high speed.
● Always follow proper procedures for going down
hills and for braking on hills as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill. Shift your weight backward. Never go down a hill at high speed. Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause the ve­hicle to lean sharply to one side. Go straight down the hill where possible.
● Always follow proper procedures for crossing
the side of a hill as described in this manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose sur­faces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV. Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning tech­nique described in this manual on level ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.
● Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll
backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall­ing, use the proper gear range and maintain a
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steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll backwards, follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual. Dismount on the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight up­hill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in this manual.
● Always check for obstacles before operating in a
new area.
● Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,
such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow proper procedures when operating over obsta­cles as described in this manual.
● Always be careful when skidding or sliding.
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to re­duce the chance of skidding or sliding out of con­trol.
● Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in
water deeper than that recommended in this manual. Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them several times to let friction dry out the linings.
● Always be sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you when you operate in reverse. When it is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly.
● Always use the size and type of tires specified in
this manual.
● Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-
scribed in this manual.
● Never modify an ATV through improper installa-
tion or use of accessories.
● Never exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow in­structions in this manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for brak­ing.
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EWB00071
WARNING
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
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a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nau­sea, confusion, and eventually death. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be present even if you do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in en­closed or poorly ventilated areas. If you experi­ence any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
● Do not run engine indoors. Even if you try to
ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels.
● Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or par-
tially enclosed areas such as barns, garages, or carports.
● Do not run engine outdoors where engine
exhaust can be drawn into a building through openings such as windows and doors.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFE­TY, call the Consumer Products Safety Commis-
sion at 1-800-638-2772, or the ATV Distributor’s Safety Hotline at 1-800-852-5344.
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DESCRIPTION

Left view

1. Radiator cap
2. Battery
3. Fuses
4. Air filter case
5. Spark arrester
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Oil filter cartridge
8. Coolant reservoir

Right view

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1. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring
2. Rear storage compartment and tool kit
3. Fuel tank cap cover
4. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring
5. Spark plug
6. Brake pedal
7. V-belt case drain plug
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Controls and instruments

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1. Drive select lever
2. Rear brake lever
3. Handlebar switches
4. Rear brake fluid reservoir
5. Multi-function display
6. Front brake fluid reservoir
7. On-Command four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock switch
8. Front brake lever
9. Throttle lever
10.Front storage compartment
11.Main switch
12.Auxiliary DC jack
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The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly from the figures shown in this manual.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

EWB00011
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Main switch

The positions of the main switch are as follows:
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with power. The headlights and taillight come on when the light switch is on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be re­moved.
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1. Main switch
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Indicator lights and warning lights

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1. On-Command differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
2. Low-range indicator light “L”
3. High-range indicator light “H”
4. Neutral indicator light “N”
5. Reverse indicator light “R”
6. Park indicator light “P”
7. On-Command four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock indicator “”/“”
8. Engine trouble warning light “”
9. Coolant temperature warning light “”
10.Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
Low-range indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the low-range position.
High-range indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the high-range position.
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the neutral position.
Reverse indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the reverse position.
Park indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the park position.
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Coolant temperature warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the engine over­heats. When this occurs during operation, stop the engine as soon as it is safe to do so and allow it to cool down for about 10 minutes. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to “ON”. The warning light should come on for a few seconds, and then go off. If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to “ON”, or if the warning light re­mains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electri­cal circuit.
NOTICE
● The engine may overheat if the ATV is over-
loaded. In this case, reduce the load to spec­ification.
● The engine may also overheat if mud or dirt
has accumulated on the radiator (i.e., after riding in wet terrain). In this case, see page 8-20 for an explanation on how to access the radiator.
● Start the engine after making sure that the
warning light is out. Continuous use while the warning light is on may cause damage to the engine.
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is not work­ing correctly. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the self-diagnosis system. (See page 4-7 for an explanation of the self-diagnosis device.) The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to “ON”. The warning light should come on for a few seconds, and then go off. If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to “ON”, or if the warning light re­mains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electri­cal circuit.
Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
This warning light comes on when the key is turned to “ON”, and then goes off once the engine is start­ed. If the warning light remains on or comes on af-
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ter the engine is started, the EPS system may not be working correctly. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the EPS system. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to “ON”. If the warning light does not come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
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● If the engine is stopped using the engine stop
switch and the key is in the “ON” position, the EPS warning light comes on to indicate that the power assistance for the steering is not function­ing.
● If the steering load is too heavy (i.e., excessive
steering use when the ATV is traveling at a slow speed), the power assist is reduced to protect the EPS motor from overheating.
On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator “”, On-Command differential gear lock indicator “” and indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
The On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator “” comes on when the On-Command four-wheel­drive switch is set to the “4WD” position.
The On-Command differential gear lock indicator “” and the On-Command differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK” come on when the On-Command differential gear lock switch is set to the “LOCK” position.
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● Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the dif-
ferential gear case, the four-wheel-drive indica­tor may not come on until the ATV starts moving.
● When the On-Command differential gear lock
switch is set to “LOCK”, the indicator “” and the indicator light “DIFF. LOCK” will flash until the differential gear is locked. If the indicator and the indicator light continue to flash, the differen­tial is not locked. In this case, start moving to al­low time for the differential to lock.
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Multi-function display

1. “CLOCK” button
2. “RESET” button
3. “SELECT” button
4. Speedometer
5. Fuel meter
6. Clock/Hour meter
7. Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B
The multi-function display is equipped with the fol­lowing:
● a speedometer
● an odometer
● two tripmeters (which show the distance trav-
eled since they were last set to zero)
● a clock
● an hour meter (which shows the total time the
engine has been running)
● a fuel meter
● a self-diagnosis device
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches the display between the odometer mode “ODO” and the trip­meter modes “TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the follow­ing order: ODO → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO To reset a tripmeter, select it by pushing the “SE- LECT” button, and then push the “RESET” button for at least three seconds. The tripmeters can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with a full tank of fuel. This information will enable you to plan future fuel stops.
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Pushing and holding in the “SELECT” button, and turning the key to “ON” while the button is pushed, switches the display between “mph” and “km/h”.
Clock mode
Pushing the “CLOCK” button switches the display between the clock mode “CLOCK” and the hour meter mode “HOUR” in the following order:
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CLOCK → HOUR → CLOCK
To set the clock
1. Set the display to the clock mode.
2. Push the “SELECT” button and “RESET” but- ton together for at least three seconds.
3. When the hour digits start flashing, push the “RESET” button to set the hours.
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4. Push the “SELECT” button, and the minute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the “RESET” button to set the minutes.
6. Push the “SELECT” button and then release it to start the clock.
Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The display segments of the fuel meter disappear from “F” (full) towards “E” (empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the “E” segment disap­pears and the fuel level warning indicator flashes, refuel as soon as possible.
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This fuel meter is equipped with a self-diagnosis system. If the electrical circuit is not working cor­rectly, all the display segments and fuel level warn­ing indicator will start flashing. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
1. Fuel level warning indicator
2. Fuel meter
3. “E” segment
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Self-diagnosis device

Handlebar switches

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1. Error code display
This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis de­vice for various electrical circuits. If a problem is detected in any of those circuits, the multi-function display will indicate an error code. If the multi-function display indicates an error code, note the code number, and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
NOTICE
If the multi-function display indicates an error code, the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage.
1. Light switch “ //OFF”
2. Start switch “”
3. Engine stop switch “ / ”
4. Override switch “OVERRIDE”
Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “” before starting the engine. The engine stop switch controls the ignition and stops the engine when it is running. Use this switch to stop the engine in an emergency situation. The engine will not start or run when this switch is set to “”.
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Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine with the start­er. See the starting instructions on page 6-1 prior to starting the engine.
Light switch “ //OFF”
Set this switch to “” to turn on the low beams
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and the taillight. Set the switch to “” to turn on the high beams and the taillight. Set the switch to “OFF” to turn off all the lights.
NOTICE
Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for an extended period of time, oth­erwise the battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly. If this should happen, remove the battery and recharge it. See page 8-54 for battery charging information.
Override switch “OVERRIDE”
1. Override switch “OVERRIDE”
Top speed is normally limited when operating in differential gear lock. If conditions require more en­gine power when riding forward, push and hold this switch to override the differential gear lock speed limiting function. (See page 4-10.) Releasing the switch restores the speed limiting function. While the override switch is pushed, the segments of the speedometer digits will appear as shown in the figure.
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If the digits of the speedometer appear as shown when the switch is NOT being pushed, this could indicate a malfunction in the electrical system. In this case, take the ATV to a Yamaha dealer at the first opportunity.
EWB00150
WARNING
Always ride at a slow speed when the ATV is in four-wheel-drive differential gear lock, and al­low extra time and distance for maneuvers. All wheels turn at the same speed when the dif­ferential is locked, so it takes more effort to turn the ATV. The effort needed to turn increas-
es with the riding speed. You may lose control and have an accident if you cannot make a sharp enough turn for the speed you are trav­eling.
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
EWB00163
WARNING
Always stop the ATV before changing from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive and vice versa. The ATV handles differently in two­wheel drive than in four-wheel drive in some circumstances. Changing from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive or vice versa while moving may cause the ATV to unexpectedly handle differently. This could distract the oper­ator and increase the risk of losing control and of causing an accident.
This ATV is equipped with a switch to change from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive and vice versa. Select the appropriate drive according to the ter­rain and the conditions.
● “2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied to
the rear wheels.
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● “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to
the rear and front wheels. To change from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive, stop the ATV and push the switch in to the “4WD” position. Then, the four-wheel-drive indicator “” comes on in the multi-function dis- play. To change from four-wheel drive to two-wheel
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drive, stop the ATV and push the switch in to the “2WD” position.
2WD
4WD
1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
EWB00131
WARNING
Always stop the ATV before changing from four-wheel drive to four-wheel-drive differen­tial gear lock or vice versa. The ATV handles differently in four-wheel drive than in differential gear lock in some circum­stances. Changing from four-wheel drive to dif­ferential gear lock or vice versa while moving
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may cause the ATV to handle differently unex­pectedly. This could distract the operator and increase the risk of losing control and causing an accident.
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WARNING
Always ride at a slow speed when the ATV is in differential gear lock, and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers. All wheels turn at the same speed when the dif­ferential gear is locked, so it takes more effort to turn the ATV. The effort needed to turn in­creases with the riding speed. You may lose
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control and have an accident if you cannot make a sharp enough turn for the speed you are traveling.
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This ATV is equipped with a switch allowing you to lock the differential gear when in four-wheel drive. Select the appropriate switch position according to the terrain and the conditions.
● “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to
the rear and front wheels.
● “LOCK” (four-wheel drive with the differential
gear locked): Power is supplied to the rear and front wheels and the differential gear is locked. Unlike in four-wheel drive, all wheels turn at the same speed.
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4WD
1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
2. On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
To lock the differential gear in four-wheel drive, make sure the On-Command four-wheel-drive switch is pushed in to the “4WD” position.
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4WD
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1. Differential gear lock lever
2. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
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Stop the ATV, move the differential gear lock lever to position (a), and then push the differential gear lock switch in to the “LOCK” position. When the dif­ferential gear is locked, the differential gear lock in­dicator light “DIFF. LOCK” will come on along with the indicator “” in the multi-function display.
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4WD
1. On-Command differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
To release the differential gear lock, stop the ATV and push the switch to the “4WD” position.
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● When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the differential
gear lock indicator and indicator light will flash until the differential gear is locked.
● When the indicator and indicator light are flash-
ing, turning the handlebar back and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage.
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