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EBU19200
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EBU19210
Pre-operation check list
Before operating this ATV, be sure to check the items listed in the following table.
NOTE:
The maintenance of some items in the table has to be performed by a Yamaha dealer. Refer to the “Periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart” on page 8-3 to determine which service should be performed by a
Yamaha dealer.
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Fuel
• Check fuel level in fuel tank, and add recommended fuel if neces-
sary.
• Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary.
4-11, 5-4
Engine oil
• Check oil level in engine, and add recommended oil to specified lev-
el if necessary.
• Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.
5-4, 8-16
Final gear oil • Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-4, 8-21
Differential gear oil • Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-4, 8-23
Coolant
• Check coolant level in reservoir, and add recommended coolant to
specified level if necessary.
• Check cooling system for leakage. Correct if necessary.
5-4, 8-25
Front brake
• Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add recommended brake
fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary.
5-5, 8-37, 8-38, 8-40
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