READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! It contains important safety information. OWNER'S MANUAL YFM45FXV WARNING This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age. LIT-11626-19-42 3C2-F8199-10 EBU00776 EBU13320 1- INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM45FXV. It 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 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: G READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ATV. MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. G PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS ON THE ATV. G 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. G THIS ATV, AND ANY OTHER ATV OVER 90cc, SHOULD NOT BE RIDDEN BY ANYONE UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE. G THIS ATV IS A HIGH PERFORMANCE ATV FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY, FOR SPORT TYPE RECREATIONAL AND COMPETITIVE USE BY EXPERIENCED OPERATORS. EBU00801 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. A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the machine. A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer. CAUTION: NOTE: EBU26300 *Product and specifications are subject to change without notice. EBU15000 1- 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. EBU01067 AFFIX DEALER LABEL HERE YFM45FXV OWNER'S MANUAL ©2005 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st edition, June 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. P/N LIT-11626-19-42 EBU00014 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. CONTENTS 1 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 CONTROL FUNCTIONS .................. 4-1 Main switch...................................... 4-1 2 3 Indicator and warning lights .............4-2 Speedometer unit ............................4-3 Handlebar switches .........................4-4 Throttle lever ....................................4-7 Speed limiter ....................................4-8 Front brake lever..............................4-9 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ...............................................4-9 Drive select lever ...........................4-10 Fuel tank cap .................................4-10 Fuel cock........................................4-11 Starter (choke) ...............................4-12 Seat................................................4-13 Storage compartment ....................4-14 Front shock absorber adjustment ...................................4-15 Rear shock absorber adjustment ...................................4-17 5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............5-1 Front and rear brakes ......................5-2 Fuel ..................................................5-4 Engine oil .........................................5-6 4 Final gear oil.................................... 5-6 Differential gear oil .......................... 5-6 Coolant............................................ 5-7 Throttle lever ................................... 5-7 Fittings and fasteners...................... 5-8 Lights............................................... 5-8 Switches.......................................... 5-8 Tires ................................................ 5-8 How to measure tire pressure....... 5-10 Tire wear limit................................ 5-11 6 OPERATION..................................... 6-1 Starting a cold engine ..................... 6-1 Starting a warm engine................... 6-3 Warming up..................................... 6-3 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving............................... 6-4 Engine break-in............................... 6-7 Parking ............................................ 6-8 Parking on a slope .......................... 6-9 Accessories and loading............... 6-10 7 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 .......................... 7-22 Climbing uphill ............................... 7-24 Riding downhill .............................. 7-30 Crossing a slope............................ 7-32 Crossing through shallow water .... 7-34 Riding over rough terrain............... 7-37 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 8 Removing and installing cowlings and panels..................................... 8-6 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .... 8-14 Final gear oil .................................. 8-19 Differential gear oil replacement ... 8-22 Cooling system.............................. 8-24 Changing the coolant .................... 8-26 Axle boots...................................... 8-29 Spark plug inspection.................... 8-30 Air filter element cleaning.............. 8-32 V-belt cooling duct check hose ..... 8-35 V-belt case drain plug.................... 8-36 Spark arrester cleaning ................. 8-36 Carburetor adjustment................... 8-38 Idle speed adjustment ................... 8-38 Valve clearance adjustment .......... 8-39 Select lever safety system cable adjustment ......................... 8-39 Throttle lever adjustment............... 8-40 Front brake pad check .................. 8-40 Rear brake pad check ................... 8-41 Inspecting the brake fluid level...... 8-42 Brake fluid replacement................. 8-43 Front brake lever free play.............8-44 Adjusting the rear brake lever and brake pedal ..................................8-45 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...........................................8-47 Cable inspection and lubrication.....................................8-48 Lubricating the brake levers and brake pedal ..................................8-48 Wheel removal...............................8-49 Wheel installation...........................8-50 Battery............................................8-51 Battery maintenance......................8-52 Fuse replacement ..........................8-53 Replacing a headlight bulb ............8-55 Headlight beam adjustment...........8-58 Tail/brake light bulb replacement .................................8-58 Troubleshooting .............................8-59 Troubleshooting charts ..................8-61 9 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 10 11 12 13 14 EBU00464 1- LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS 1-1 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. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1-2 2 3 WARNING UNDER Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death. NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16. YAMAHA 4XE-F415A-00 4 1-3 5 1-4 EBU13361 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: G Read this manual and all labels carefully and follow the operating procedures described. G 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 1-800-887-2887 to find out about the training courses nearest you. G Always follow the age recommendation: - A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90cc. G 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. G Never carry a passenger on an ATV. G Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and streets. G Never operate an ATV on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or gravel one. 2-1 G G G G G G G G G G 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 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 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. 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 operating 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. Do not turn at excessive speed. Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills. 2-2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 G G G G G 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 s ...