Yamaha RMAX WOLVERINE 2021 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
B4M-F8199-13LIT-11626-35-21
YXE10WRAN/YXE10WRCN
YXE10WRZN/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 to civil and/or criminal
penalties as provided under California and federal law.

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Operating, servicing and
maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can
expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust,
carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other 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 when servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YXE10WRAN / YXE10WRCN / YXE10WRZN /
YXE10WRLN. It represents the result of many years of Yamaha experience in the production of
fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing vehicles. 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 vehicle. It also includes 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
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Do not attempt to operate this
vehicle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its controls and operating fea-
tures.
For models equipped with a winch: Read the Winch Owner’s Manual carefully and com-
pletely before operating the winch. Make sure you understand all instructions.
Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating techniques,
will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this vehicle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERI-
OUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety 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 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 clear-
er.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT USE
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This vehicle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. Use on public streets,
roads, or highways is not only illegal in most areas, it also increases the risk of an acci-
dent involving other vehicles. This vehicle does not meet federal motor vehicle safety
standards for on-road use.
Check the laws and regulations in force before choosing 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 arrester laws and
regulations.
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YXE10WRAN / YXE10WRCN / YXE10WRZN /
YXE10WRLN
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2022 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, May 2021
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-11626-35-21
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CONTENTS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ..................... 1-1
Identification numbers..........................1-1
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 2-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 3-1
DESCRIPTION......................................... 4-1
Left view ............................................... 4-1
Right view............................................. 4-2
Controls and instruments ..................... 4-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS............................................5-1
Main switch .......................................... 5-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .......5-2
Multi-function meter unit ...................... 5-7
Speed Management System
(if equipped)...................................... 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 pedal ............................... 5-19
Brake pedal ........................................ 5-20
Parking brake lever ............................ 5-21
Drive select lever................................ 5-21
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT)................................................. 5-22
Fuel tank cap...................................... 5-22
Doors.................................................. 5-23
Passenger seat cushion ..................... 5-23
Adjusting the driver seat position....... 5-24
Adjusting the steering wheel
position............................................. 5-25
Rearview mirror (if equipped) ............. 5-26
Seat belts ........................................... 5-26
Glove compartment ........................... 5-27
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Storage compartments ......................5-27
Cup holders........................................ 5-28
Cargo bed ..........................................5-29
Front and rear shock absorber
assemblies........................................ 5-31
Winch (if equipped).............................5-38
Trailer hitch bracket and receiver....... 5-39
Auxiliary DC jacks...............................5-39
Auxiliary DC connectors.....................5-41
SSV Works®audio system
(if equipped)...................................... 5-41
Yamaha Adventure Pro powered by
Magellan®(for USA) .........................5-41
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS.................... 6-1
Front and rear 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 ...........................6-7
Instruments, lights and switches ..........6-7
Control cables ......................................6-7
Tires ......................................................6-7
OPERATION ............................................7-1
Engine break-in.....................................7-1
Starting the engine ...............................7-2
Drive select lever operation and
reverse driving ....................................7-3
On-Command drive knob .....................7-6
Parking..................................................7-8
Loading.................................................7-8
BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE...............8-1
KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ........................8-1
LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR
VEHICLE ...........................................8-11
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT......................................... 9-1
Owner’s Manuals ................................. 9-2
Maintenance charts.............................. 9-3
Hood..................................................... 9-9
Engine oil and oil filter ........................9-10
Why Yamalube ...................................9-19
Transmission oil ................................. 9-20
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT)................................................. 9-23
Final gear oil ....................................... 9-24
Differential gear oil ............................. 9-26
Coolant............................................... 9-28
Axle boots .......................................... 9-30
Checking the spark plugs .................. 9-31
Air filter maintenance.......................... 9-32
Air filter check hoses .......................... 9-36
V-belt case drain plug ........................9-37
Cleaning the spark arrester ................ 9-37
Valve clearance .................................. 9-39
Brakes ................................................ 9-39
Checking the front and rear brake
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 free play
adjustment ........................................9-43
Brake light switch adjustment ............9-43
Cable inspection and lubrication ........9-44
Pedal lubrication.................................9-45
Checking the stabilizer bushes...........9-45
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................9-45
Steering shaft lubrication....................9-46
Wheel removal ....................................9-46
Checking and tightening the bead
lock (if equipped) ..............................9-47
Tire replacement.................................9-47
Wheel installation................................9-48
Battery ................................................9-49
Jump-starting .....................................9-52
Fuse replacement ...............................9-54
Headlights...........................................9-56
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Headlight beam adjustment ............... 9-56
Auxiliary lights ....................................9-57
Brake/tail light ....................................9-58
Interior lights (if equipped)..................9-58
Troubleshooting ................................. 9-58
Troubleshooting charts ......................9-60
CLEANING AND STORAGE .................. 10-1
Cleaning .............................................10-1
Storage...............................................10-2
SPECIFICATIONS ................................. 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 RECORD .................. 12-4
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,
U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL
SIDE-BY-SIDE LIMITED
WARRANTY (for USA).......................12-5
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) (for USA)...............................12-7
INDEX ....................................................13-1
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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Identification numbers
Record the vehicle identification number,
model label information and key identification
number in the spaces provided below.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is stamped
into the frame.
The vehicle identification number is used to
identify your vehicle.
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Model label
The model label is affixed at the location
shown.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
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1
Your specific model can be identified by
checking the model type code found on the
model label.
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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
111
1. Model type code
2. Production code
3. Color code
*
****
-***
1
3
2
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1
1. Key identification number
1
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2
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS
232
4544
4
66767 89
89
101010
111111
1212 131312 13
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2
17
18
161514
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2
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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain 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 from your Yamaha dealer.
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B4J-K8483-00
WARNING
Do not rest hands or arms on door or shoulder bolster.
To avoid Injury, keep hands and arms completely
Inside the vehicle by holding the steering wheel or handhold.
31 YXE10WRLN
2
WARNING
B4M-F4897-01
Never carry
passengers
in cargo bed.
Improper use of cargo bed or
cage/frame can result
in severe injury or
death from loss of
control, overturn or
other accidents.
Maximum Load in Cargo Bed: 600 lbs (272 kg)
Maximum Vehicle Load: 1256 lbs (570 kg)
• Load or trailer may affect handling 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
forward and strike occupants.
• Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side and
as low as possible. Top-heavy loads increase the risk of a
rollover.
• Do not tow or pull objects from any point other than
the trailer hitch bracket or winch (if installed).
• When loaded with cargo or towing a trailer:
• Reduce speed and allow more room to stop.
• Turn gradually and slowly.
• Avoid hills and rough terrain.
• Read Owner’s Manual before loading, towing, or pulling objects.
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WARNING
This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explosion.
Read owner’s manual for instructions.
Do not incinerate, puncture or open.
B4M-F2259-00
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 for rollover protection structures
m=900Kg for ISO3471
B4J-F847C-00
B4J-F8459-00
4
6 YXE10WRZN / YXE10WRLN 7 YXE10WRZN / YXE10WRLN
5
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B4M-F1696-01
WARNING
• Improper tire pressure or overloading this vehicle may
cause severe injury or death from loss of control or
rollover.
• Never set or allow tire pressure to be below the minimum.
Tire may dislodge from rim.
• VEHICLE LOAD of 0 lb (0 kg) ~ 441 lbs (200 kg)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minimum: FRONT:
REAR:
14 psi
14 psi
13 psi
13 psi
(100 kPa)
(100 kPa)
(90 kPa)
(90 kPa)
*
Vehicle load is weight of operator, passenger,
accessories, cargo, and (if applicable) trailer tongue
weight. Do not exceed maximum vehicle load.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 3174 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 441 lbs (200 kg) ~ 1256 lbs (570 kg)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minimum: FRONT:
REAR:
14 psi
32 psi
13 psi
30 psi
(100 kPa)
(220 kPa)
(90 kPa)
(210 kPa)
BFN-F1684-00
INTAKE MANIFOLD
#1
PRESS. SENSOR
THROTTLE BODY
SOLENOID VALVE
#1
#2 ROLL OVER
VALVE
CANISTER
TO ATMOSPHERE
FROM FUEL TANK
VACUUM HOSE ROUTING
EMISSION HOSE ROUTING
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A. certifies this ROV
complies with the American National Standard for Recreational
Off-Highway Vehicles, ANSI/ROHVA-1-2016 Standard.
B4J-F4163-01
89
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PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
91 Min. Pump Octane (R+M) / 2
1TD-F415E-00
B4J-F151K-00
WARNING
Improperly loading a trailer
or pulling an object can
affect handling, stability, and
risk of overturn or 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 plus
cargo).
• Tow or pull only from hitch
bracket.
• Read Owner’s Manual
before loading, towing, or
pulling objects.
B4J-F151J-00
MAX 7.3 INCH
(185MM)
11
13
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Improper Use of Off-Highway Vehicle Can Cause
Severe Injury or Death
WARNING
Drive Responsibly
Avoid loss of control and rollovers:
Avoid abrupt maneuvers, sideways sliding,
skidding, or fishtailing, and never do donuts.
Slow down before entering a turn.
Avoid hard acceleration when
turning, even from a stop.
Plan for hills, rough terrain, ruts, and
other changes in traction, and terrain.
Avoid paved surfaces.
Avoid side hilling (riding across slopes).
Do not allow anyone to ride the cargo bed.
Require Proper Use of Your Vehicle
Do your part to prevent injuries:
Do not allow careless or reckless driving.
Make sure operators are 16 or older with valid driver’s license.
Do not let people drive or ride after using alcohol or drugs.
Do not allow operation on publicroads (unless designated for off-
highway vehicle access)-collisions with cars and trucks can occur.
Do not 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 death,
even on flat, open
areas.
B4M-F1568-00
•
•
•
•
•
•
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•
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•
DRIVERDRIVER
UNDERUNDER
1616
DRIVER
UNDER
16
WARNING
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Improper Use of Off-Highway
Vehicle Can Cause Severe Injury
or Death
Be Prepared
Fasten seat belts.
Wear an approved
helmet, eye protection
and protective gear.
Driver must be able to
comfortably reach all
controls while sitting
upright with back against seat.
Passengers must be able to
reach the handhold while
keeping feet flat on floor and
sitting upright with back against seat.
Stay completely inside the vehicle.
Pay Attention and Plan Ahead
If you think or feel the vehicle may tip
or roll, reduce your risk to injury:
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel
or 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-F156D-00
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