Yamaha YFM45FGA, YFM450FAA User Manual

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
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OWNER’S MANUAL MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
YFM45FGA
YFM450FAA
1CU-F8199-60
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
PRINTED IN USA
2010.06-0.4×1 CR
(E,F,S)
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
OWNER’S MANUAL
YFM45FGA
YFM450FAA
1CU-F8199-60-E0
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.
EC Declaration of Conformity
conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC
We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan,
declare in sole responsibility, that the product
YFM450FWA (YFM45FG) (5Y4AJ14W0A0516867–)
(Make, model)
to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC
(If applicable)
and to the other relevant Directives of EEC
(Title and/or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC)
(If applicable)
To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements stated in the Directives of EEC, the following-standards and/or technical specifications were consulted:
(Title and/or number and date of issue of standards and/or specifications)
Manufacturer
YAMAHA MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION OF AMERICA
1000 GA Highway 34 East, Newnan, Georgia 30265-1320, U.S.A.
Authorized Representative
YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.
Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
2004/108/EC
ANSI/SVIA 1-2007
Signature
General Manager RV Engineering Division MC Operations YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Date of Issue
Shinya Shimada
9 March, 2010
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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM45FGA/YFM450FAA. This ATV represents the result of many years of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting 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 completely before operating your ATV. Make sure you understand all instructions.
Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the ATV.
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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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.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE

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This ATV is designed and manufactured for use on unpaved surfaces only. It is unsafe to operate this ATV on any paved surface, paved street, paved road or motorway. Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV.
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YFM45FGA/YFM450FAA
OWNERS MANUAL
©2010 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, May 2010
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is expressly prohibited.
Printed in U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ............................ 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 2-1
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 light ................ 4-2
Multi-function display .................................. 4-4
Fuel gauge ................................................. 4-5
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-5
Throttle lever ............................................ 4-11
Speed limiter ............................................ 4-11
Front brake lever ...................................... 4-12
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ............. 4-12
Drive select lever ...................................... 4-13
Fuel tank cap ............................................ 4-13
Fuel .......................................................... 4-14
Fuel cock ..................................................4-15
Starter (choke) ..........................................4-17
Seat ..........................................................4-17
Storage compartments .............................4-18
Front carrier ..............................................4-21
Rear carrier ...............................................4-21
Adjusting the front and rear shock
absorber assemblies ...............................4-21
Auxiliary DC jack .......................................4-22
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 .......................................5-7
Instruments, lights and switches .................5-7
OPERATION...................................................6-1
Starting a cold engine .................................6-1
Starting a warm engine .............................. 6-3
Operating the drive select lever and
driving in reverse ...................................... 6-3
Engine break-in .......................................... 6-5
Parking ....................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ..................................... 6-6
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... .................................... 7-23
WHAT TO DO... ........................................ 7-23
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ............................................... 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ....................... 8-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system .....................8-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..........................................................8-5
Removing and installing panels ................8-10
Checking the spark plug ...........................8-14
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................8-17
Final gear oil .............................................8-21
Differential gear oil ....................................8-24
Coolant .....................................................8-26
Cleaning the air filter element ...................8-30
Cleaning the spark arrester ......................8-33
V-belt cooling duct check hose .................8-35
V-belt case drain plug ...............................8-35
Adjusting the carburetor ............................8-36
Adjusting the engine idling speed .............8-36
Adjusting the throttle lever free play .........8-37
Valve clearance ........................................8-38
Adjusting the drive select lever safety
system cable ...........................................8-38
Brakes .......................................................8-38
Checking the front brake pads and rear
brake friction plates .................................8-39
Checking the brake fluid level ...................8-40
Changing the brake fluid ...........................8-40
Checking the front brake lever free play ...8-41
Adjusting the rear brake lever and brake
pedal free play, and the brake
pedal height ............................................ 8-41
Axle boots ................................................ 8-45
Brake light switches ................................. 8-46
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-47
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers .................................... 8-47
Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal ...................................................... 8-48
Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-48
Lubricating the drive shaft universal
joint ......................................................... 8-49
Checking the stabilizer bushes ................ 8-50
Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots ........... 8-50
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-50
Battery ...................................................... 8-51
Replacing a fuse ...................................... 8-53
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-55
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-56
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............ 8-57
Removing a wheel .................................... 8-58
Installing a wheel ...................................... 8-59
Troubleshooting ....................................... 8-60
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 8-61
CLEANING AND STORAGE ..........................9-1
Cleaning ......................................................9-1
Storage .......................................................9-2
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.......................11-1
Identification numbers ...............................11-1
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS

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Read and understand all of the labels on your ATV. These labels contain important information for safe and 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.
For Europe
67 8 119 10
1
1-1
13
1
<
40 kg
( 88 lbs)
37S-F817R-00
2
1P0-F816P-20
4
<
80 kg
( 176 lbs)
37S-F817R-10
25.0 kPa
0.25 kgf/cm²
3.6 psi
25.0 kPa
0.25 kgf/cm²
3.6 psi
5FU-F816M-M0
5
<
5880 N
<
600 kgf
<
1322 lbf
<
147 N
<
15 kgf
<
33 lbf
37S-F817S-00
1-2
67
1P0-F816L-20
8
1P0-F816R-00
1
1-3
9
1
<
0.5 kg
( 1 lb )
37S-F816N-00
10
37S-F816S-00
11
2010
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
YFM450FWA
19.4 kW 275 kg
1CU-F155A-00
1-4
Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text, then make sure to check the pictograms that apply to your model.
Read the Owners manual.
ALWAYS use an approved helmet and protective gear.
NEVER permit children under age 6 to operate this ATV. Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 6 increases the risk of severe injury or death. Adult supervision required for children under age 16.
NEVER permit children under age 10 to operate this ATV. Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 10 increases the risk of severe injury or death. Adult supervision required for children under age 16.
NEVER permit children under age 12 to operate this ATV. Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 12 increases the risk of severe injury or death. Adult supervision required for children under age 16.
NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16. Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death.
NEVER use on paved roads.
NEVER carry passengers.
1
1-5
NEVER use with drugs or alcohol.
1
Adjust the tire pressure. Improper tire pressure can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or
**.* kPa *.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
death.
NEVER store fuel or flammable liquids.
**.* kPa *.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
Turning the ATV in 4WD-LOCK (DIFF.LOCK) takes more effort. Operate at a slow speed and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers to avoid
This unit contains high-pressure nitrogen
loss of control.
gas. Mishandling can cause an explosion. Do not incinerate, puncture or open.
This pictogram shows the loading limits and/or maximum load capacity for this ATV. Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.
Use unleaded gasoline only.
Load may include the driver, passenger, human protective gear, accessories, goods, luggage, and all other load related items. Make sure you do not exceed the load limits. Overloading can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
Measure the tire pressure when the tires are cold.
1-6
This pictogram shows trailer Hitch Tow weight limit. (Combined weight of the trailer and all cargo in the trailer.) Overloading can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
This pictogram shows trailer Hitch Tongue weight limit. (Weight on the trailer tongue.) Overloading can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
1
1 2 3
****
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
****** *** kW *** kg
4
1
Year of construction
2
Model Name
3
Max. Power
4
Mass In Running Order
1-7
For Oceania
1
61 2 3 4 57 8 9
1-8
13
2
4
25 kPa, (3.6 psi) 25 kPa, (3.6 psi) 22 kPa, (3.2 psi) 22 kPa, (3.2 psi)
5
1
5FU-F816M-20
1-9
5880 N 1322
(600 kgf)
( 15 kgf)
37S-F151K-00
76
1
UNDER
16
1P0-F816L-00
1-10
8
1
WARNING
Fuel vapors can be a fire or explosion hazard. To avoid injury or death, never store fuel or flammable liquids in this storage compartment.
Storage should not exceed 0.5 kg (1 lb)
37S-F151F-00
9
1-11
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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 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.
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 paved streets.
Never operate an ATV on any paved street,
paved road or motorway.
Watch carefully for other vehicles when operat-
ing on unpaved public streets or roads. Make sure you know your countrys laws and regula­tions before you ride on unpaved public streets or roads.
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 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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2-2
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 up-
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hill. 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.
EWB00071
WARNING
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, 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
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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.
EWB02591
WARNING
When transporting the ATV in another vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is in the “OFF” position. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank.
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2-4
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DESCRIPTION

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Left view

1 2 3 4 5,6 7
3
1. Radiator cap
2. Fuel cock
3. Throttle stop screw
4. Air filter case
5. Battery
6. Fuses
7. Tail/brake light
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Oil filter cartridge
10.Coolant reservoir
11.V-belt cooling duct check hose
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Right view

1 2 3 4 5
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1. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring
2. Spark arrester
3. Rear storage compartment and tool kit
4. Spark plug
5. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring
6. Rear brake light switch
7. Brake pedal
8. V-belt case drain plug
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3-1
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Controls and instruments

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

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Main switch

The positions of the main switch are as follows:
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with power. The
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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.
1
1. Main switch
4-1
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Indicator lights and warning light

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. Coolant temperature warning light “”
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Low-range indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the low-range position.
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High-range indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the high-range position.
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Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the neutral position.
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Reverse indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the reverse position. Furthermore, this indicator light flashes when the engine is being raced for 10 seconds or more.
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If the indicator light flashes under any other circum­stances or the speedometer does not show the speed while riding, have a Yamaha dealer check the speed sensor circuit.
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Park indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the park position.
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4-2
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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.
ECB00010
NOTICE
The engine may overheat if the ATV is over-
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loaded. In this case, reduce the load to spec­ification.
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.
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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.
TIP
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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