Yamaha YFM450DE - User Manual

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This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.

WARNING

OWNER’S MANUAL

2LC-F8199-10LIT-11626-27-20

YFM450DE/YFM450DAE

YFM450PE/YFM450PHE

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!

It contains important safety information.

DIC2342

Main Page

Table of Contents6
Location of the Warning and Specification Labels9
Safety Information14
Description21
Left View21
Right View21
Controls and Instruments22
Instrument and Control Functions23
Main Switch23
Indicator Lights and Warning Lights24
Multi-Function Display27
Fuel Gauge28
Handlebar Switches28
Throttle Lever34
Speed Limiter35
Front Brake Lever36
Brake Pedal and Rear Brake Lever36
Drive Select Lever37
Fuel Tank Cap37
Fuel37
Fuel Cock39
Starter (Choke)40
Seat41
Storage Compartments42
Front Carrier44
Rear Carrier44
Auxiliary DC Jack44
Pre-Operation Checks46
Fuel48
Engine Oil48
Final Gear Oil48
Differential Gear Oil48
Coolant48
Front and Rear Brakes48
Throttle Lever49
Tires49
Chassis Fasteners51
Instruments, Lights and Switches52
Operation53
Starting a Cold Engine53
Starting a Warm Engine55
Operating the Drive Select Lever and Driving in Reverse55
Engine Break-In57
Parking57
Parking on a Slope58
Accessories and Loading58
Riding Your Atv62
Getting to Know Your Atv63
Ride with Care and Good Judgment63
Be Careful Where You Ride70
Turning Your Atv73
Climbing Uphill74
Riding Downhill77
Crossing a Slope78
Crossing through Shallow Water79
Riding over Rough Terrain82
Sliding and Skidding82
What to Do if83
What to Do84
Periodic Maintenance and Adjustment85
Owner's Manual and Tool Kit86
Periodic Maintenance Chart for the Emission Control System87
General Maintenance and Lubrication Chart89
Removing and Installing Panels94
Checking the Spark Plug98
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Cartridge101
Final Gear Oil105
Differential Gear Oil108
Coolant110
Cleaning the Air Filter Element114
Cleaning the Spark Arrester117
V-Belt Cooling Duct Check Hose119
V-Belt Case Drain Plug119
Adjusting the Carburetor120
Adjusting the Engine Idling Speed120
Adjusting the Throttle Lever Free Play121
Valve Clearance122
Adjusting the Drive Select Lever Safety System Cable122
Brakes122
Checking the Front Brake Pads and Rear Brake Friction Plates123
Checking the Brake Fluid Level124
Changing the Brake Fluid125
Checking the Front Brake Lever Free Play125
Adjusting the Rear Brake Lever and Brake Pedal Free Play, and the Brake Pedal Height125
Axle Boots131
Brake Light Switches132
Checking and Lubricating the Cables132
Checking and Lubricating the Front and Rear Brake Levers133
Checking and Lubricating the Brake Pedal133
Checking the Wheel Hub Bearings134
Lubricating the Drive Shaft Universal Joint134
Checking the Stabilizer Bushes135
Lubricating the Rear Knuckle Pivots135
Lubricating the Steering Shaft136
Battery136
Replacing a Fuse139
Replacing a Headlight Bulb142
Adjusting a Headlight Beam143
Replacing the Tail/Brake Light Bulb144
Removing a Wheel145
Installing a Wheel146
Troubleshooting147
Troubleshooting Charts148
Cleaning and Storage150
Cleaning150
Storage151
Specifications153
Consumer Information158
Identification Numbers158
Noise Regulation161
Maintenance Record162
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.s.a. Atv Limited Warranty163
Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)165

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Yamaha YFM450DE Specifications

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Brand	Yamaha
Model	YFM450DE
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English

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