Yamaha YFM400FV User Manual
5FU-F8199-16LIT-11626-19-08
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
WARNING
YFM400FV
OWNER’S MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM400F. It 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 crafts-
manship 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 your ATV.
It also includes basic maintenance
and inspection procedures. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of
your ATV, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
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READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND
COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ATV. MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS.
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PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS ON THE ATV.
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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.
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THIS ATV, AND ANY OTHER ATV OVER 90cc, SHOULD NOT BE RIDDEN BY ANYONE
UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE.
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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:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe
injury or death to the machine operator, a bystander or a person
inspecting or repairing the machine.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to
avoid damage to the machine.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This ATV is designed and manufactured for OFF-ROAD use only. It is illegal and unsafe to oper-
ate this ATV on any public street, road or highway.
This ATV complies with all applicable OFF-ROAD noise level and spark arrester laws and regu-
lations in effect at the time of manufacture.
Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV.
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YFM400FV
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2005 by Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A.
1st edition, February 2005
All rights reserved. Any reprinting or
unauthorized use without the written
permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A. is expressly prohibited.
Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING
AND SPECIFICATION LABELS....... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION.................. 2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION ............................. 3-1
Identification number records.......... 3-2
Key identification number................ 3-2
Vehicle identification number .......... 3-3
Model label ...................................... 3-3
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CONTROL FUNCTIONS...................4-1
Main switch ......................................4-1
Indicator and warning lights.............4-2
Speedometer ...................................4-4
Fuel gauge .......................................4-4
Handlebar switches .........................4-5
Throttle lever ....................................4-7
Speed limiter ....................................4-8
Front brake lever..............................4-9
Brake pedal and rear brake
lever ...............................................4-9
Parking brake.................................4-10
Shift pedal ......................................4-11
Reverse knob.................................4-11
Recoil starter..................................4-12
Fuel tank cap .................................4-13
Fuel cock........................................4-13
Starter (choke) ...............................4-14
Seat................................................4-15
Storage box....................................4-16
Front carrier ...................................4-16
Rear carrier ....................................4-16
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Front shock absorber
adjustment................................... 4-17
Rear shock absorber
adjustment................................... 4-18
Auxiliary DC jack........................... 4-19
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ........... 5-1
Front and rear brakes ..................... 5-3
Fuel ................................................. 5-5
Engine oil ........................................ 5-7
Final gear oil.................................... 5-7
Differential gear oil .......................... 5-8
Throttle lever ................................... 5-8
Fittings and fasteners...................... 5-8
Lights............................................... 5-8
Switches.......................................... 5-8
Tires ................................................ 5-9
How to measure tire pressure....... 5-11
Tire wear limit................................ 5-12
OPERATION .....................................6-1
Starting a cold engine...................... 6-1
Starting a warm engine ...................6-3
Warming up ..................................... 6-3
Reverse knob operation and
reverse driving ...............................6-4
Shifting............................................. 6-5
To start out and accelerate.............. 6-5
To decelerate................................... 6-6
Engine break-in ...............................6-7
Parking............................................. 6-8
Parking on a slope........................... 6-9
Accessories and loading ...............6-10
RIDING YOUR ATV ..........................7-1
Getting to know your ATV ...............7-3
Ride with care and good
judgement...................................... 7-4
Be careful where you ride.............. 7-16
Turning your ATV ..........................7-23
Climbing uphill ............................... 7-25
Riding downhill ..............................7-30
Crossing a slope............................ 7-32
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Crossing through shallow water.... 7-34
Riding over rough terrain............... 7-36
Sliding and skidding ......................7-38
What to do if ..................................7-40
What to do ..................................... 7-40
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
Engine oil and oil filter element ....... 8-6
Final gear oil .................................. 8-11
Differential gear oil......................... 8-14
Axle boots...................................... 8-16
Spark plug inspection.................... 8-17
Air filter element cleaning.............. 8-18
Spark arrester cleaning ................. 8-21
Carburetor adjustment................... 8-22
Idle speed adjustment ................... 8-23
Valve clearance adjustment.......... 8-24
Reverse lock release cable
adjustment ...................................8-24
Throttle lever adjustment ...............8-24
Front brake pad check...................8-25
Rear brake shoe inspection...........8-25
Brake fluid level check ...................8-26
Brake fluid replacement .................8-27
Front brake lever free play.............8-28
Brake pedal and rear brake lever
adjustment ...................................8-29
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ...........................................8-32
Clutch adjustment ..........................8-33
Cable inspection and lubrication....8-34
Brake and shift pedal/
brake lever lubrication..................8-34
Wheel removal...............................8-35
Wheel installation...........................8-35
Battery............................................8-37
Battery maintenance......................8-38
Fuse replacement ..........................8-39
Replacing a headlight bulb ............8-41
Headlight beam adjustment...........8-44
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Tail/brake light bulb
replacement ................................ 8-44
Troubleshooting ............................ 8-46
Troubleshooting chart ................... 8-47
CLEANING AND STORAGE............ 9-1
A. Cleaning...................................... 9-1
B. Storage ....................................... 9-3
SPECIFICATIONS.......................... 10-1
NOISE REGULATION.................... 11-1
MAINTENANCE RECORD ............ 12-1
ATV LIMITED WARRANTY............ 13-1
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) ........................................... 14-1
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS
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Read and understand all of the labels on your
machine. They contain important information
for safe and proper operation of your ATV.
Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a
label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a
replacement label is available from your
Yamaha dealer.
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Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo improperly can change
handling, stability and braking performance and can lead to an
accident. Never exceed the maximum front cargo limit of
: 40kg (88 lbs)
NEVER sit on the carrier. Refer to instructions in the Owner's
Manual.
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WARNING
YAMAHA
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Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo improperly can change
handling, stability and braking performance and can lead to an
accident. Never exceed the maximum rear cargo limit of
: 80kg (176 lbs)
NEVER sit on the carrier. Refer to instructions in the Owner's
Manual.
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WARNING
YAMAHA
PULLING LOAD: 4020 N
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410kgf
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904 l b f
TONGUE WEIGHT: 147 N
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33 lbf
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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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 roll-
over 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:
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Read this manual and all labels carefully and follow the operating procedures described.
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Never operate an ATV without proper training or instruction.
Take a Training Course.
Begin-
ners should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call
1-800-887-2887 to find out about the training courses nearest you.
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Always follow the age recommendation:
– A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90cc.
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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.
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Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
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Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, park-
ing lots and streets.
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Never operate an ATV on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or gravel one.
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Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You
should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or
jacket, and long pants.
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Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV.
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Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions. Always go at a speed that is
proper for the terrain, visibility, operating conditions, and your experience.
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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. Al-
ways follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this man-
ual.
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Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footboards of the ATV during
operation.
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Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to
changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV.
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Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and prac-
ticed the skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain. Always be especially cautious on
these kinds of terrain.
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Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this manual. Practice turning at low
speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at excessive speed.
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Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities. Practice on smaller
hills before attempting larger hills.
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Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the ter-
rain 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 or make sudden gear
changes. Never go over the top of a hill at high speed.
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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 back-
ward. 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.
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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.
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Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall-
ing, use the proper gear and maintain a 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.
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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 op-
erating over obstacles as described in this manual.
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Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by prac-
ticing 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 con-
trol.
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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.
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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.
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Always use the size and type of tires specified in this manual.
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Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual.
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Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use of accessories.
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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.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFETY,
call the Consumer Products Safety Com-
mission at 1-800-638-2772, or the ATV Distributor’s Safety Hotline at 1-800-852-5344.
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improper handling of gasoline.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Gasoline can catch fire and you could
be burned.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always turn off the engine when refuel-
ing.
Do not refuel immediately after the en-
gine has been running and is still very
hot.
Do not spill gasoline on the engine or
exhaust pipe/muffler when refueling.
Never refuel while smoking, or in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition such as the pilot
lights of water heaters and clothes dry-
ers.
When transporting the ATV in another
vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and
that the fuel cock is in the “OFF” posi-
tion. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the
carburetor or fuel tank.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
injuries.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
If you should swallow some gasoline or
inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
some gasoline in your eyes, see your
doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on
your skin, wash with soap and water. If
gasoline spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Starting or running the engine in a
closed area.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Exhaust fumes are poisonous and may
cause loss of consciousness and death
within a short time.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always operate your ATV in an area with
adequate ventilation.
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DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
1. Spark arrester
2. Rear carrier
3. Seat
4. Auxiliary DC jack
5. Front carrier
6. Brake pedal
7. Headlights
8. Fuel cock
9. Recoil starter
10. Tail/brake light
11. Rear wheel
12. Shift pedal
13. Front wheel
14. Rear brake lever
15. Parking brake lock plate
16. Starter (choke)
17. Speedometer
18. Reverse knob
19. On-Command four-wheel
drive switch
20. Front brake lever
21. Throttle lever
22. Fuel gauge
23. Main switch
24. Left handlebar switches
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The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the figures of this
manual.
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Identification number records
Record the key identification number, vehicle
identification number and model label infor-
mation in the spaces provided for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is
stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is stamped on
the key as shown in the following illustration.
This number can be used for ordering a new
key.
1. Key identification number
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is stamped
into the frame.
1. Vehicle identification number
NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is used to
identify your machine.
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Model label
The model label is affixed to the location in the
illustration. Record the information on this la-
bel in the space provided. This information will
be needed to order spare parts from your
Yamaha dealer.
1. Model label
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CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch
Functions of the respective switch positions
are as follows:
ON:
The engine can be started only at this position
and the headlights, taillight and meter lighting
come on when the light switch is on.
OFF:
All electrical circuits are switched off. The key
can be removed in this position.
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Indicator and warning lights
1. Reverse indicator light “REVERSE”
2. Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”
3. Oil temperature warning light “”
4. Four-wheel-drive indicator light “”
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Reverse indicator light “REVERSE”
This indicator light comes on when the trans-
mission is in reverse.
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Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”
This indicator light comes on when the trans-
mission is in neutral.
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Oil temperature warning light “”
When the oil temperature reaches a specified
level, this light comes on to warn that the en-
gine oil temperature is too hot. If the light
comes on during operation, stop the engine
as soon as it is safe to do so and allow the en-
gine to cool down for about 10 minutes.
CAUTION:
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The engine may overheat if the ATV is
overloaded. If this happens, reduce
the load to specification.
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Restart after making sure that the light
is out. Continuous use while the light
is on may cause damage to the en-
gine.
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Four-wheel-drive indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the 2WD/
4WD switch is in the 4WD position.
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Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the
differential gear case, the light may not come
on until the ATV starts moving.
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Oil temperature warning light checking method
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Turn the main switch to “ON” and the
engine stop switch to “”.
Oil temperature warning
light does not come on.
Oil temperature warning
light comes on.
Check engine oil temperature.
Oil temperature warning
light does not come on.
Engine oil temperature and
electrical circuit are OK. Go
ahead with riding.
Push start switch with the
transmission in neutral.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect the electrical circuit.
Oil tempera-
ture is low.
Allow to cool.
Oil tempera-
ture is high.
Oil temperature
warning light comes
on momentarily.
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Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed. This
speedometer is equipped with an odometer
and trip odometer. The trip odometer can be
reset to “0” with the reset knob. Use the trip
odometer to estimate how far you can ride on
a tank of fuel before going to reserve. This in-
formation will enable you to plan fuel stops in
the future.
1. Reset knob
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer
4. Trip odometer
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Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in
the fuel tank. When the needle reaches the
red line, refill the tank at the first opportunity.
1. Fuel gauge 2. Red line
NOTE:
If the machine runs out of fuel, move the fuel
cock lever to the “RES” position. Approxi-
mately 4.0 L (0.88 Imp gal, 1.06 US gal) of fuel
will be remaining in the tank.
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Handlebar switches
1. Light switch “ //OFF”
2. Engine stop switch “ / ”
3. Start switch “”
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Engine stop switch “ / ”
Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to
“” before starting the engine. The engine
stop switch controls ignition and can be used
at all times to stop the engine, especially in an
emergency. The engine will not start or run
when the engine stop switch is set to “”.
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Start switch “”
The starter motor cranks the engine when this
switch is pushed.
CAUTION:
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See starting instructions prior to starting
the engine. (See page 6-1 for details.)
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Light switch “ //OFF”
Set the switch to “” to turn on the low
beams, the taillight and the meter lighting.
Set the switch to “” to turn on the high
beams, the taillight and the meter lighting.
Set the switch to “OFF” to turn off all the lights.
CAUTION:
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Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for more than thirty minutes.
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.
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On-Command four-wheel drive switch
“2WD/4WD”
To change from two-wheel drive (2WD) to
four-wheel drive (4WD), stop the ATV and set
the switch to the 4WD position.
To change from four-wheel drive (4WD) to
two-wheel drive (2WD), stop the ATV and set
the switch to the 2WD position.
1. On-Command four-wheel drive switch “2WD/4WD”
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Changing from 2WD to 4WD or from
4WD to 2WD while the ATV is moving.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The ATV handles differently in 2WD
than in 4WD in some circumstances.
Changing from 2WD to 4WD or from
4WD to 2WD while moving may cause
the ATV to unexpectedly handle differ-
ently. This could distract the operator
and increase the risk of losing control
and an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always stop the ATV before changing
from 2WD to 4WD or vice-versa.
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Throttle lever
Once the engine is running, movement of the
throttle lever will increase the engine speed.
Regulate the speed of the machine by varying
the throttle position. Because the throttle is
spring-loaded, the machine will decelerate,
and the engine will return to an idle any time
the hand is removed from the throttle lever.
1. Throttle lever
Before starting the engine, check the throttle
to be sure it is operating smoothly. Make sure
it returns to the idle position as soon as the le-
ver is released.
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Malfunction of throttle.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The throttle could be hard to operate,
making it difficult to speed up or slow
down when you need to. This could
cause an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Check the operation of the throttle lever
before you start the engine. If it does not
work smoothly, check for the cause.
Correct the problem before riding the
ATV. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you
can’t find or solve the problem yourself.
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