Yamaha RMAX WOLVERINE 2021, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...YXE10WRLN READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information NOTICE The removal or modification of evaporative emission related parts on this OHRV is illegal Violators may be subject...

Page 2: ...reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently w...

Page 3: ...basic maintenance and inspection procedures If you have any ques tions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle please consult a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB04330 Read this manual carefully...

Page 4: ...afety alert symbol It is used to alert you to poten tial personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that fol low this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous sit...

Page 5: ...ing where to operate this vehicle It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where vehicles its size are prohibited This vehicle complies with all state off highway noise level and spark ar...

Page 6: ...5 14 Light switch 5 16 Winch switch if equipped 5 16 On Command drive knob 2WD 4WD DIFF LOCK 5 17 D mode knob SPORT TRAIL CRAWL if equipped 5 18 Suspension mode switch if equipped 5 19 Accelerator ped...

Page 7: ...r brakes 6 3 Fuel 6 3 Engine oil 6 5 Transmission 6 6 Coolant 6 6 Final gear 6 6 Differential gear 6 6 Accelerator pedal 6 6 Seat belts 6 6 Passenger handhold 6 7 Steering 6 7 Fittings and fasteners 6...

Page 8: ...pads 9 39 Checking the parking brake pads 9 40 Checking the brake fluid level 9 40 Brake fluid replacement 9 42 Checking the brake pedal 9 42 Checking the accelerator pedal 9 42 Parking brake lever f...

Page 9: ...PECIFICATIONS 11 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 12 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 12 1 Emission Regulation California 12 1 Vehicle data recording 12 1 NOISE REGULATION for USA 12 3 MAINTENANCE R...

Page 10: ...ICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EBU32800 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame The vehicle identificati...

Page 11: ...EBU32790 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 Model label 1 1 1 1 Mode...

Page 12: ...1 3 1 1 Key identification number 1 UB4M13E0 book Page 3 Thursday June 24 2021 2 40 PM...

Page 13: ...2 1 2 EBU31130 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS 2 3 2 4 5 4 4 4 6 6 7 6 7 8 9 8 9 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 13 13 12 13 1 1 UB4M13E0 book Page 1 Thursday June 24 2021 2 40 PM...

Page 14: ...2 2 2 17 18 16 15 14 17 UB4M13E0 book Page 2 Thursday June 24 2021 2 40 PM...

Page 15: ...ontain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available...

Page 16: ...and stability Do not exceed the maximum load ratings for the cargo bed trailer tongue or vehicle Secure cargo so that it will not shift a loose load could change handling unexpectedly or be thrown fo...

Page 17: ...YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A 6555 Katella Avenue Cypress California 90630 5101 U S A B4M F4164 00 The original equipment overhead structure on this vehicle meets US OSHA and ISO 3471 requirements fo...

Page 18: ...174 lbs 1440 kg maximum including vehicle weight of operator passengers accessories cargo and if applicable trailer tongue weight OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE With tires cold set as follows VEHICLE LOAD of...

Page 19: ...other accidents Secure load to prevent it from shifting Never load more than 620 N 63 kgf 141 lbf tongue weight on towing bracket Do not tow more than 8888 N 907 kgf 2000 lbf rolling weight trailer p...

Page 20: ...exceed seating capacity 1 passenger Read Owner s Manual Read Tips Guide for the Recreational Off Highway Vehicle Driver Follow All Instruction and Warnings Rollovers have caused severe injuries and d...

Page 21: ...oll reduce your risk to injury Keep a firm grip on the handhold and brace yourself Do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason Do not hold the cage and door B4J F156E 00 WAR...

Page 22: ...so use these two chapters and the labels on the vehicle to instruct new op erators and passengers Do not allow anyone else to operate your vehicle or ride as a passenger if you are unsure that he she...

Page 23: ...should wear seat belts properly Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with their backs against the backrests Passenger must be able to rea...

Page 24: ...cargo bed load limit Refer to label next to hitch for tongue weight and trailer load limits Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side and as low and as far forward as possible Secure cargo s...

Page 25: ...urning the steering wheel too far or too fast can result in a rollover Avoid sideways sliding skidding or fishtailing rear wheel sliding and never do donuts Slow down before entering a turn and avoid...

Page 26: ...vel Do not operate the vehicle in fast flowing water or water deeper than 42 cm 17 in If you must cross shallow slow moving water choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop offs large rocks or sli...

Page 27: ...carbon monoxide poisoning leave the area immediately get fresh air and SEEK MED ICAL TREATMENT Do not run engine indoors Even if you try to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open win dows and door...

Page 28: ...cessories or modifications are not suitable because of potential safety hazards to you or others Installing aftermarket products or having other mod ifications performed to your Wolverine RMAX2 that c...

Page 29: ...6 5 8 9 7 10 11 1 Winch if equipped 2 Fuses 3 Battery 4 Air filters 5 Seat belt 6 Shoulder bolster 7 Door 8 Engine oil tank 9 Coolant reservoir 10 Brake fluid reservoir 11 Front shock absorber assemb...

Page 30: ...2 3 6 6 6 7 8 5 4 1 Brake tail light 2 Cargo bed 3 Seat belt 4 Fuel tank cap 5 Transmission oil dipstick 6 Oil filter cartridge 7 Rear shock absorber assembly 8 Spark arrester UB4M13E0 book Page 2 Th...

Page 31: ...heel 3 Multi function meter unit 4 Main switch 5 D mode knob if equipped 6 Suspension mode switch if equipped 7 Winch switch if equipped 8 Auxiliary DC jack 9 Storage compartment 10 Passenger handhold...

Page 32: ...s and the multi function meter can be confirmed at this time EBU31241 Off position All electrical circuits are switched off The key can be removed EBU31251 Start position The electric starter is engag...

Page 33: ...39330 Parking brake indicator light This indicator light comes on when the park ing brake is applied 1 Differential gear lock indicator light 2 Low range indicator light 3 High range indicator light 4...

Page 34: ...rn off When 4WD is selected is displayed And when 4WD with differential lock is selected is dis played TIP See pages 5 17 and 7 6 for more informa tion on selecting the drive mode Due to the synchroni...

Page 35: ...and allow it to cool See page 9 61 TIP When the coolant temperature is too cold engine power is restricted After the coolant temperature warning light goes off release the accelerator pedal and then t...

Page 36: ...a dealer check the vehicle EBU39381 Electric Power Steering warning light This warning light comes on when the key is turned to on and then goes off once the engine is started If the warning light re...

Page 37: ...e warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EBU39660 Helmet reminder light The reminder light comes on and stays on while the key is turned to on to remind the occupants to alway...

Page 38: ...set to MPH or km h This also changes the odometer and tripmeter units between miles and kilometers To change the display be tween MPH and km h turn the key to off then while holding the SELECT button...

Page 39: ...reset at the last maintenance Push the SELECT button to switch between the odometer ODO the tripmeters TRIP A and TRIP B and the service tripmeter in the following order ODO TRIP A TRIP B ODO To reset...

Page 40: ...nd the coolant temperature display in the following or der CLOCK HOUR VOLT CLOCK To set the clock 1 Set the display to the clock 2 Push both the SELECT button and RESET button until the hour digits st...

Page 41: ...e faulty If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the vehicle Coolant temperature display When the coolant is in normal operating tem perature range the temperature is displayed When the co...

Page 42: ...uipped This indicator comes on when the speed lim iter is turned on See page 5 14 Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The display segments of the fuel gauge disappe...

Page 43: ...select them see page 5 18 TIP YXE10WRLN When the Speed Management System switch page 5 14 is set to the on position the D mode function is deacti vated and the D mode indicator disappears Suspension...

Page 44: ...m the selected brightness level and exit the brightness control mode Error code display This model is equipped with a self diagnostic device for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in...

Page 45: ...ipped with a Speed Man agement System When the Speed Manage ment System switch is set to the position the vehicle s top speed is limited to approximately 40 km h 25 mph WARNING This system works via t...

Page 46: ...e speed management icon comes on See page 5 11 TIP The main switch must be turned to off and then back to on before Speed Management System changes are recog nized by the vehicle WARNING EWB04210 Befo...

Page 47: ...for an extended period of time The battery may discharge to the point that the electric starter will not have enough power to crank the engine If this should happen remove the battery and re charge it...

Page 48: ...ied to the rear wheels only 4WD four wheel drive Power is sup plied to the front and rear wheels DIFF LOCK four wheel drive with the differential gear locked Power is supplied to the front and rear wh...

Page 49: ...Mode TRAIL Mode TRAIL offers smooth acceleration linear engine response and strong engine braking This mode is suitable for driving on tight trails or general driving Mode SPORT Mode SPORT offers str...

Page 50: ...the front and rear shock absorb ers can be adjusted This model has three suspension modes FIRM MEDIUM and COMFORT To in crease the damping force and thereby harden the damping push the suspension mod...

Page 51: ...ake pedal to slow and stop the vehicle This model is equipped with a brake override system When the accelerator pedal is pressed and then the brake pedal is also pressed engine speed will be automatic...

Page 52: ...the lever to its original position TIP Spring tension helps return the lever to its original position If you drive the vehicle with the parking brake engaged a buzzer will sound EBU31441 Drive select...

Page 53: ...he drive belt The V belt will wear more quickly when heat ed Heat stress factors include High ambient temperatures above 30 C 86 F Heavy loads passengers and or cargo Heavy drag soft sand hill climbin...

Page 54: ...cated on the inside of each door To open a door pull the handle To close a door push or pull the door inward until it is securely latched Be sure the door is SE CURELY LATCHED AFTER CLOSING IT EBU3760...

Page 55: ...passenger could fall EWB04240 EBU34993 Adjusting the driver seat position The driver seat position can be adjusted to suit the driver s preference WARNING Nev er adjust the seat position while operati...

Page 56: ...operating the vehicle otherwise the steering wheel may suddenly change posi tion which may lead to an accident EWB04000 To adjust the steering wheel position pull the steering wheel position adjusting...

Page 57: ...he seat belts properly while rid ing in the vehicle See page 8 5 TIP If the vehicle is driven without the driver seat belt fastened a buzzer will sound If the vehicle is driven without the driver seat...

Page 58: ...ent If they must be stored wrap them in appropriate cushioning material EBU37401 Storage compartments The storage compartments are located as shown When storing any documents in the storage compartmen...

Page 59: ...oning material EBU31520 Cup holders Be sure to tightly close the cap of any plastic bottle before placing it in a cup holder Some plastic bottles may not fit into the cup holders depending on their si...

Page 60: ...than seal able plastic containers in the cup hold ers otherwise they may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an ac cident EBU37880 Cargo bed WARNING EWB...

Page 61: ...lgate is not designed to hold heavy loads when open The tailgate could col lapse if you put heavy cargo or sit on it To open Pull the latch and then lower the tailgate 1 Cargo hook 1 Cargo hook Maximu...

Page 62: ...original po sition and be sure it is locked into place WARNING Keep hands body and other people away from pinch points when low ering bed Do not hold onto the cage frame while closing the bed EWB03260...

Page 63: ...kin until suspen sion components have cooled Always adjust the shock absorber as semblies on the left and right side to the same setting Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability...

Page 64: ...lower the spring preload 1 Locknut 2 Spring preload adjusting nut 3 Special wrench 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 b b a a b a Front spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 429 7 mm 16 92 in Standard Distance A...

Page 65: ...compression damping force and thereby harden the compression damp ing turn the compression damping force ad juster in direction a To decrease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compr...

Page 66: ...st compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damp ing turn the adjusting bolt in direction b Compression damping force settings Minimum soft 1 Standard 2 Maximum hard 3 1 Fast compr...

Page 67: ...se the slow compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting screw in direction b Rear fast compression damping force set tings Minimum soft 26 click s in direct...

Page 68: ...ect the shock absorber as semblies to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to explode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinders in any way Cylinder...

Page 69: ...the winch un less all bystanders are a safe distance away Use hook strap to keep hands away from fairlead when winding the winch rope NOTICE ECBM0051 Prolonged winching can overheat the winch motor an...

Page 70: ...receiver for a stan dard trailer hitch Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer See page 7 8 for loading information EBU39751 Auxiliary DC jacks YXE10WRZN YXE10WRLN 1 Trailer hitch...

Page 71: ...ower plug into the jack 6 Turn the accessory on TIP Turn off the accessory before plugging in to unplugging from the jack When the auxiliary DC jack is not being used cover it with the cap NOTICE ECB0...

Page 72: ...eping your eyes and mind on the road EBU39471 Yamaha Adventure Pro powered by Magellan for USA YXE10WRAN YXE10WRCN This vehicle is equipped with a connector for a GPS and navigation display See your Y...

Page 73: ...ccident or equipment damage Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem If a problem can not be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer...

Page 74: ...old Check for stability and proper fastening 6 7 8 8 Steering Check for proper operation 6 7 Fittings and fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners 6 7 Instruments lights and switches Check for prope...

Page 75: ...rake fluid leakage Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir Apply the brakes firmly for one minute If there is any leakage have the vehicle inspec...

Page 76: ...mediately 4 Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed se curely WARNING EWB02532 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause inju ry or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should s...

Page 77: ...th the cap tightened before driving the vehicle Always place a portable fuel container on the ground before filling it Before removing the container cap touch the container with the fuel dispenser noz...

Page 78: ...ack to the idle position when released Also check the accelerator pedal for excessive free play If the accelerator pedal is not in correct work ing order have the vehicle inspected before starting off...

Page 79: ...es or a rough feeling Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation EBU35700 Fittings and fasteners Always check the tightness of chassis and wheel fittings and fasteners before starti...

Page 80: ...me on both sides and must be adjust ed according to vehicle loading conditions Set the tire pressure as specified below WARNING Operation of this vehicle with improper tire pressure may cause severe i...

Page 81: ...0 psi Front Minimum 90 0 kPa 0 900 kgf cm 13 0 psi Rear Minimum 90 0 kPa 0 900 kgf cm 13 0 psi VEHICLE LOAD of 200 0 570 0 kg 441 1256 lb FRONT Recommended 100 0 kPa 1 000 kgf cm 14 0 psi REAR Recomm...

Page 82: ...parts in the engine wear and polish them selves to achieve the correct operating clear ances During this period prolonged full throttle op eration or any condition that might result in excessive engi...

Page 83: ...started in any gear if the brake pedal is applied However it is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine 5 With your foot off the accelerator pedal start the engine by turning the...

Page 84: ...ur Improper gear selection may shorten the life of V belt Shifting neutral to high and high to low 1 Stop the vehicle and take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 Apply the brake pedal then shift by...

Page 85: ...ake your foot off the ac celerator pedal and check behind you 2 Apply the brake pedal 3 Shift from neutral to reverse by moving the drive select lever along the shift guide When in reverse the reverse...

Page 86: ...eople or obstacles and then release the brake pedal 6 Press the accelerator pedal gradually and continue to watch to the rear while back ing 1 Drive select lever 2 L Low range 3 H High range 4 N Neutr...

Page 87: ...elected drive mode The drive train icon and the differential gear lock indicator light come on as follows Knob position Indication Drive mode 2WD two wheel drive Power is supplied to the rear wheels 4...

Page 88: ...and forth will help the differential gear lock to engage or disengage Driving with the differential gear not properly engaged or disengaged e g when the differential gear lock indicator light and the...

Page 89: ...er hitch drawbar designed for use with a 2 5 cm receiver See page 5 39 WARNING EWB04260 Improper loading or towing can increase the risk of loss of control an overturn or other accident Keep weight in...

Page 90: ...u are carrying heavier loads or when towing a trailer WARNING EWB03320 Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in crease the risk of loss of control an over turn or other accident To reduce the risk of...

Page 91: ...that product and only attach to the hitch or hitch bracket of the Wolverine RMAX2 WARNING Improperly pulling can cause serious injury or death Never exceed the pulling load limit of the Wolverine RMAX...

Page 92: ...YOUR VEHICLE This off road vehicle will handle and maneu ver differently from cars ATVs go carts golf cars and grounds keeping vehicles The Wolverine RMAX2 has higher ground clear ance and other featu...

Page 93: ...6 or older with a valid motor ve hicle license Check local laws for minimum age requirements The driver must be able to place both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with his her back ag...

Page 94: ...he passenger handhold Allow only one passenger in the vehicle and only in the designated passenger seat Do not carry any other passengers Do not car ry passengers in the cargo bed Do not allow someone...

Page 95: ...to gether and when properly used these fea tures will help protect the occupants in the event of an accident If these features are not used properly they can cause injury 1 Seat belt 2 Shoulder bolst...

Page 96: ...d outside of the vehicle can be crushed by the vehicle cage frame Seat belts Seat belts should be worn by the driver and passenger The driver must be sure that the passenger is belted before driving B...

Page 97: ...the follow ing 1 Hold the latch plate as you pull the belt across your lap and chest Make sure the belt is not twisted and is not caught on any portion of the vehicle your clothing or any equipment yo...

Page 98: ...act 6 Check if the seat belt shoulder position suits the size of the driver and passenger To adjust the seat belt shoulder position move the seat belt height adjuster left and right while pulling it t...

Page 99: ...maintain proper position and balance Holding onto the handhold helps to reduce the likelihood that the pas senger puts a hand outside the vehicle if the vehicle begins to tip The driver should make s...

Page 100: ...ows you to brace your feet which helps you keep your body in the vehicle in the event of an accident or rollover Keep your feet on the floorboard during operation Steering wheel Keep both hands on the...

Page 101: ...his quick motion could injure your thumbs or wrist if your thumbs or hand s are inside the steering wheel Grip the steering wheel so that your thumbs will not be hit by the spokes As an example see th...

Page 102: ...ries if any part of you is outside the vehicle cage frame pro tective structure during a rollover Help protect you if outside objects intrude inside the vehicle during operation Help protect you in th...

Page 103: ...turn Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the oper ation of your vehicle Remember driving ag gressively or making abrupt maneuvers even on flat open areas can cause side rollover...

Page 104: ...accelerator pedal to regain directional control and avoid rollover For example if you feel the back of the vehi cle start to slide to your right steer to the right If you think or feel that the vehicl...

Page 105: ...el Al ways allow for greater braking distance on rough loose or slippery surfaces Engine braking Engine compression braking is designed to assist you when operating your Wolverine RMAX2 off road With...

Page 106: ...pedal 2 Put the vehicle in DIFF LOCK 3 Turn the key to off 4 With the brake pedal applied set the parking brake 5 Block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Loading The total weight o...

Page 107: ...on sense and remember that some hills are too steep for you to climb or descend Use proper driving techniques to avoid rearward for ward or sideways rollovers on hills and slopes Drive straight up and...

Page 108: ...stop Do not at tempt to turn the vehicle around With your foot on the brake pedal look behind you and plan your descent Shift the drive select lever into reverse so you can use engine braking to slow...

Page 109: ...vehicle airborne as injury loss of control and damage to the vehicle could occur Pavement This vehicle is designed for off road use only Avoid paved surfaces Turn gradually and go slowly if you must d...

Page 110: ...l slow down and put the vehicle in four wheel drive before driving on a slippery surface and plan your path to avoid making abrupt ma neuvers If you feel the vehicle begin to slide sideways or fishtai...

Page 111: ...here it is safe to do so Set the parking brake and get out to inspect the area thoroughly Look from both your approach side and exit side If you believe you can continue safely choose the path that wi...

Page 112: ...ile using the ve hicle If you are not familiar with vehicle service have a Yamaha dealer perform the service WARNING EWB02563 Turn off the engine when performing main tenance unless otherwise specifie...

Page 113: ...in this manual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor repairs Tools such as a torque wrench and other equipment a...

Page 114: ...l system NO ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 240 150 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 15 80 160 160 320 1 Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or da...

Page 115: ...l system for damage Replace if necessary 8 Air induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Check condition and clean or replace if nec essary 9 Spark arrester Clean NO...

Page 116: ...Every 2 years 2 Primary air filter foam Clean Replace if necessary Every 300 600 km 200 400 mi more often in wet or dusty condi tions Secondary air fil ter paper Replace Every 2000 5000 km 1200 3000...

Page 117: ...e pad wear Correct if necessary Replace pads if worn to the limit 11 Brake fluid Change Every 2 years 12 Accelerator pedal Check operation and free play 13 V belt Check operation Check for wear cracks...

Page 118: ...ge Correct if necessary 18 Steering system Check operation and for looseness Replace if damaged Check toe in Adjust if necessary 19 Stabilizer bushes Check for cracks or other damage and re place if n...

Page 119: ...fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged Transmission service Have the V belt inspected regularly Replace when worn or sooner if damaged 22 Front and rear axle boots C...

Page 120: ...0 Hood To remove 1 Pull the tab on each hood lock up and then turn the hood locks 1 4 turn clock wise 2 Remove the hood 1 Tab 1 1 1 1 Tab 2 Hood lock 1 Hood 1 2 1 UB4M13E0 book Page 9 Thursday June 24...

Page 121: ...oil filter Check the engine oil level regularly In addi tion the oil must be changed and the filter re placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart NOTICE ECB03020 Do not use oi...

Page 122: ...e the dipstick with a clean rag 5 Insert the dipstick back into the oil tank without screwing it in and then remove it again to check the oil level TIP The engine oil level should be between the tip o...

Page 123: ...e used engine oil 5 Remove the engine oil tank filler cap and the cylinder head cap 6 Remove the engine oil tank drain bolt and its gasket to drain the engine oil from the oil tank Use a trough or a s...

Page 124: ...heir gaskets to drain the oil from the en gine 9 Place an oil pan under the oil cooler drain to collect the used engine oil 10 Remove the oil cooler drain bolts and their gaskets to drain the oil from...

Page 125: ...ngine oil to the oil tank 14 Check the O rings for damage and re place them if necessary 15 Install and tighten the engine oil tank filler cap and the cylinder head cap 16 Start the engine warm it up...

Page 126: ...ne and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 21 Turn the engine off and then check the oil le...

Page 127: ...5 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench Make sure that the O ring is removed together with the oil filter car tridge If the O ring remains attached to the crankcase oil leakage may...

Page 128: ...properly seated 7 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 1 Oil filter wrench 2 Oil filter cartridge 1 1 2 1 2 1...

Page 129: ...o steps 11 21 of the To change the engine oil section for the oil filling procedure 9 Install the right rear panel by installing the bolts and quick fastener screws and then tighten the bolts to the s...

Page 130: ...and have them develop the engine together with the oil it will use Yamalube oils take full advantage of the base oil s qualities and blend in the ideal bal ance of additives to make sure the final oi...

Page 131: ...e periodic mainte nance chart NOTICE ECB02910 When checking or changing the transmis sion oil make sure that no foreign material enters the transmission If necessary clean the filler cap and surroundi...

Page 132: ...5 With the arrow mark pointing outward fully insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole and then remove it again 1 Rubber cover 1 1 1 1 Transmission oil dipstick 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level...

Page 133: ...ut do not overfill 7 Install the dipstick 8 Install the rubber cover 9 Install the passenger seat cushion To change the transmission oil 1 Place an oil pan under the transmission case to collect the u...

Page 134: ...tall the dipstick 8 Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leakage 9 Stop the engine and check the oil level one last time 10 Install the rubber cover and passenger seat cushion EBU39...

Page 135: ...el and change the final gear oil at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart NOTICE ECB03590 When checking or changing the final gear oil make sure that no foreign material en ters th...

Page 136: ...Changing the final gear oil 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Place an oil pan under the final gear case to collect the used oil 3 Remove the final gear oil filler bolt the fi nal gear oil drain...

Page 137: ...the differential gear oil at the intervals specified in the period ic maintenance chart NOTICE ECB03600 When checking or changing the differen tial gear oil make sure that no foreign ma terial enters...

Page 138: ...its gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque Changing the differential gear oil 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Place an oil pan under the differential gear case to collect th...

Page 139: ...check for the cause EBU39530 Coolant The coolant level should be checked regular ly In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance chart 1 Differential...

Page 140: ...se hard water or salt water since they are harmful to the engine To check the coolant level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Wait for the engine to cool for an accurate reading 3 Look at the co...

Page 141: ...ave a Yamaha dealer change the coolant WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWB04250 EBU32400 Axle boots Check the axle boots for holes or tears If any damage is fou...

Page 142: ...uld be a me dium to light tan color the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally and all spark plugs installed in the engine should have a similar color If any spark plug shows a dis tinctly di...

Page 143: ...oupler may be damaged The spark plug cap may be difficult to remove be cause the rubber seal on the end of the cap fits tightly To remove the spark plug cap simply twist it back and forth while pullin...

Page 144: ...from the throttle body for proper fit and sealing tighten all fittings securely to avoid the pos sibility of unfiltered air entering the engine NOTICE ECB02270 Never operate the engine with the air fi...

Page 145: ...ing gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air fil ter element can cause a fire or explo sion which could lead to serious injury EWB03360 6 Squeeze out the excess solvent NOTICE Do not twis...

Page 146: ...her quality foam air filter oil Do not use a spray type product The foam air filter element should be wet but not dripping 11 Pull the foam air filter element over its frame and then install the lock...

Page 147: ...se at the bottom of the air filter case and at the bottom of the air intake duct If dust or water collects in a check hose the air filter elements may be soiled Clean the check hose and air filter cas...

Page 148: ...ave a Yamaha dealer inspect the vehicle as the water may affect other engine parts EBU37511 Cleaning the spark arrester WARNING EWB03370 Hot exhaust system may cause burns To avoid burns or fires make...

Page 149: ...its from the spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing 4 Install the gasket and then insert the tail pipe into the muffler and align the bolt holes TIP Make sure that t...

Page 150: ...equires professional knowledge Brake service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB02572 Operating with improperly serviced or ad justed brakes could lead to a loss in brak ing ability and...

Page 151: ...for wear and damage and if necessary re place them as a set EBU32501 Checking the brake fluid level Before starting off check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid...

Page 152: ...Be careful that water does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Wa ter will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock NOTICE ECB01161 Brake fluid m...

Page 153: ...hart There should be no free play in the brake pedal The brakes should operate smoothly and there should be no brake drag If the brakes feel soft or spongy this could in dicate air in the brake system...

Page 154: ...e parking brake lever If the parking brake lever free play is out of specification have a Yamaha dealer ad just it EBU37480 Brake light switch adjustment The brake light switch which is activated by t...

Page 155: ...ake light come on later EBU32561 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING EWB03380 Damaged cables could restrict operation which may cause an accident or injury In spect control cables frequently and...

Page 156: ...tabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the stabilizer bushes if necessary EBU32590 Rear knuckle...

Page 157: ...l 1 Loosen the wheel nuts 2 Elevate the vehicle and place a suitable stand under the frame 3 Remove the nuts from the wheel 4 Remove the wheel Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommend...

Page 158: ...aced Tighten the bead lock bolts to the specified torque in a crisscross pattern EBU32620 Tire replacement Always use the same size and type of tires recommended in this owner s manual The tires that...

Page 159: ...olverine RMAX2 can affect handling and stability This can cause a loss of control The tires listed below have been approved by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America for this model EBU33090...

Page 160: ...terminals cleaned if corroded If the battery seems to have discharged re charge it as soon as possible WARNING EWB03410 Avoid battery contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield eyes when working near b...

Page 161: ...ery holding plate by re moving the bolts 4 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead by remov ing their bolt NOTICE When removing the battery the main switch must be of...

Page 162: ...le will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it and then place it in a cool dry place If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a mon...

Page 163: ...tarted proceed as follows WARNING EWB03430 To avoid battery explosion and or serious damage to the electrical system Do not connect the negative lead of the jumper cable to the negative terminal of th...

Page 164: ...etal sur face of the frame of the vehicle to be started 5 Start the engine See page 7 2 6 After the engine starts disconnect the negative lead of the jumper cable from the frame and charged battery an...

Page 165: ...se 3 EPS fuse 4 Fuel injection system spare fuse 5 Fuel injection system fuse 6 SCU fuse if equipped 3 3 3 1 2 4 1 2 6 4 5 5 1 Spare fuse 2 Accessory fuse ACC 3 Electronic throttle valve fuse ETV 4 Au...

Page 166: ...an improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system and may lead to a fire EWB03440 Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A...

Page 167: ...on check for a loose connection check the headlight fuse and then have a Yamaha dealer check the ve hicle TIP When the headlights are set to low beam the outer two headlights come on When the headligh...

Page 168: ...k fasten er screws 5 Install the hood EBU39560 Auxiliary lights This model is equipped with LED auxiliary lights there are no replaceable bulbs If an auxiliary light does not come on check for a loose...

Page 169: ...ck the vehicle EBU32700 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha vehicles receive an inspec tion before shipment from the factory trouble may occur during operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignit...

Page 170: ...moke and make sure there are no open flames or sparks in the area including pilot lights from water heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or explode causing severe injury or prope...

Page 171: ...aha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check...

Page 172: ...mmended coolant as soon as possible The engine will tend to overheat if the radiator is caked with mud or if air was not properly bled from the cooling system Wait until the engine has cooled Check th...

Page 173: ...kes several times at slow speeds to let friction dry the brakes Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability in creasing the chance of an accident EWB03471 NOTICE Excessive water pres sure may cause w...

Page 174: ...d amount of Fuel Med Rx available from your Yamaha dealer or equivalent product Follow the instruc tions on the product label Operate the vehicle for at least 5 minutes to distribute treated fuel thro...

Page 175: ...the battery in an ex cessively warm or cold place more than 30 C 90 F or less than 0 C 32 F Use of Fuel Med Rx or another high quality fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Cons...

Page 176: ...WRCN 837 0 kg 1845 lb YXE10WRAN 851 0 kg 1876 lb YXE10WRZN 855 0 kg 1885 lb YXE10WRLN Engine Combustion cycle 4 stroke Cooling system Liquid cooled Valve train DOHC Cylinder arrangement Inline Number...

Page 177: ...Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 45 L 0 48 US qt 0 40 Imp qt Radiator including all routes 4 35 L 4 60 US qt 3 83 Imp qt Fuel Recommended fuel Premium unleaded...

Page 178: ...weight of all occupants cargo accessories and tongue Front brake Type Hydraulic disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic disc brake Front suspension Type Double wishbone Rear suspension Type Double wishbo...

Page 179: ...applicable ARB evaporative emission control standards A violation of this require ment is punishable by civil and or criminal punishment EBU39281 Vehicle data recording This model s control unit s sto...

Page 180: ...lose this data to a third party except in the following cases In addi tion Yamaha may provide vehicle data to a contractor in order to outsource services re lated to the handling of vehicle data Even...

Page 181: ...purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered i...

Page 182: ...the maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work MAINTENANCE INTERVAL DATE OF SERVICE MILEAGE SERVICING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS REMARKS month km mi hours 1 240 150 15 3...

Page 183: ...for inspection and repairs at such dealer s place of business 2 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of...

Page 184: ...any later date 3 Each Yamaha Side x Side dealer is held responsible for his setup service and war ranty repair work Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing...

Page 185: ...to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP give...

Page 186: ...Limited Warranty expires You can also save money Y E S costs less within the first 90 days after you buy your Yamaha See your dealer today A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient conta...

Page 187: ...tenance 9 28 Coolant Pre operation check 6 6 Coolant temperature warning light 5 4 Cup holders 5 28 D Data recording vehicle 12 1 Differential gear lock indicator light 5 3 Differential gear oil Perio...

Page 188: ...nction meter unit 5 7 N Neutral indicator light 5 2 Noise regulation for USA 12 3 O On Command drive knob operation 7 6 Owner s Manuals 9 2 P Parking 7 8 Parking brake indicator light 5 2 Parking brak...

Page 189: ...ceiver 5 39 Transmission oil 9 20 Transmission Pre operation check 6 6 Troubleshooting 9 58 Troubleshooting charts 9 60 V Valve clearance 9 39 V belt case drain plug 9 37 Vehicle Emission Control Info...

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