Yamaha VIKING 2021 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
BHF-F8199-11LIT-11626-35-48
YXM70VPAN
YXM70VPHN
YXM70VPRN
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.

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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 YXM70VPAN / YXM70VPHN / YXM70VPRN.
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 ap-
preciate 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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Please 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. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating tech-
niques, 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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YXM70VPAN / YXM70VPHN / YXM70VPRN
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2022 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, September 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-11626-35-48
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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 ...................... 5-6
Light switch ........................................ 5-11
On–Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF. LOCK” ................. 5-11
Accelerator pedal ............................... 5-12
Brake pedal ........................................ 5-13
Parking brake lever ............................ 5-13
Drive select lever................................ 5-14
Fuel tank cap...................................... 5-14
Doors.................................................. 5-14
Seats .................................................. 5-15
Adjusting the driver seat position....... 5-16
Seat belts ........................................... 5-17
Glove compartment ........................... 5-18
Storage compartments ...................... 5-18
Cup holders........................................ 5-20
Cargo bed .......................................... 5-21
The front and rear shock absorber
assemblies ....................................... 5-23
Trailer hitch bracket and receiver....... 5-24
Auxiliary DC jack ................................ 5-25
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS.................... 6-1
Front and rear brakes........................... 6-3
Fuel....................................................... 6-3
Engine oil.............................................. 6-5
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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 ...........................................8-12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .........................................9-1
Owner’s Manual....................................9-2
Maintenance charts ..............................9-3
Hood .....................................................9-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .........9-10
Why Yamalube....................................9-15
Final gear oil .......................................9-16
Differential gear oil..............................9-18
Coolant ...............................................9-20
Axle boots...........................................9-22
Spark plug inspection.........................9-22
Cleaning the air filter element .............9-24
Air filter check hoses ..........................9-30
V-belt case drain plug.........................9-31
Cleaning the spark arrester ................9-31
Valve clearance...................................9-33
Brakes.................................................9-33
Checking the front and rear brake
pads ..................................................9-33
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Checking the parking brake pads ...... 9-34
Checking the brake fluid level ............9-34
Brake fluid replacement ..................... 9-36
Checking the brake pedal .................. 9-36
Parking brake lever free play
adjustment........................................ 9-37
Brake light switch adjustment ............ 9-38
Cable inspection and lubrication........ 9-38
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal
lubrication......................................... 9-38
Checking the stabilizer bushes .......... 9-39
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication (left and right).................. 9-39
Steering shaft lubrication ................... 9-40
Wheel removal.................................... 9-40
Tire replacement ................................ 9-41
Wheel installation ............................... 9-42
Battery ................................................ 9-42
Jump-starting ..................................... 9-46
Fuse replacement............................... 9-48
Replacing a headlight bulb................. 9-50
Headlight beam adjustment ............... 9-52
Brake/tail light bulb replacement ....... 9-52
Troubleshooting..................................9-54
Troubleshooting charts.......................9-55
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
NOISE REGULATION (for USA)..........12-2
MAINTENANCE RECORD ..................12-3
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,
U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL
SIDE-BY-SIDE LIMITED
WARRANTY (for USA).......................12-4
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) (for USA)...............................12-6
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
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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
1
1. Model type code
2. Production code
3. Color code
*
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1. Key identification number
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS
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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.
Keep hands, body, and other
people away from pinch points
when lowering bed. Do not hold
the cage/frame while closing bed.
BHF-K7764-00
WARNING
!
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
BHF-F1696-00
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) ~ 661 lbs (300 kg)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minimum: FRONT:
REAR:
11 psi
15 psi
10 psi
14 psi
•
VEHICLE LOAD of 661 lbs (300 kg) ~ 906 lbs (411 kg)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minimum: FRONT:
REAR:
11 psi
18 psi
10 psi
17 psi
(75 kPa)
(100 kPa)
(70 kPa)
(95 kPa)
(75 kPa)
(125 kPa)
(70 kPa)
(120 kPa)
*
Vehicle load is weight of operator, passengers,
accessories, cargo, and (if applicable) trailer tongue
weight. Do not exceed maximum vehicle load.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2381 lbs (1080 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.
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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.
B4J-F2259-00
WARNING
Storage should not exceed 10 lbs (4.5 kg)
Fuel vapors can be a fire or explosion hazard.
To avoid injury or death, never store fuel or
flammable liquids in this storage compartment.
BHF-F151F-00
BHF-F4897-00
WARNING
•Load or trailer may affect handling and stability.
•Do not exceed the maximum load ratings for the
cargo bed , trailer tongue, or vehicle.
•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.
•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).
•Read Owner’s Manual before loading, towing, or pulling
objects.
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: 906 lbs (411 kg)
Never carry
passengers
in cargo bed.
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BHF-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 490 N
(50 kgf)/110 lbf tongue
weight on towing bracket.
• Do not tow more than
6664 N(680 kgf)/1500 lbf
rolling weight (trailer plus
cargo).
• Tow or pull only from hitch
bracket.
• Read Owner’s Manual
before loading, towing, or
pulling objects.
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
6555 Katella Avenue, Cypress,
California 90630-5101, U.S.A.
BHF-F4164-00
The original-equipment overhead structure on
this vehicle meets US OSHA and ISO 3471
requirements for rollover protection structures
m=700Kg for ISO3471
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B4J-F151J-00
MAX 7.3 INCH
(185MM)
B
HF-F1568-0
0
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a responsible owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are responsible for the safe and proper operation of your Yamaha
Viking. While understanding all parts of this manual are important for vehicle ownership, be sure
to read this chapter and the instructions in Chapter 8 before operating your Yamaha Viking. Also
use these two chapters and the labels on the vehicle to instruct new operators and passengers.
Do not allow anyone else to operate your vehicle or ride as a passenger if you are unsure that
he/she is willing and able to follow these instructions.
Get to know your vehicle
This off-road vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from cars, ATVs, go-carts, golf-cars
and grounds-keeping vehicles. Follow these instructions to reduce your risk of an accident and
to reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.
Before you operate your Yamaha Viking
Prepare yourself and your passengers:
• This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with a valid motor vehicle li-
cense. Check local laws for minimum age requirements.
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• This vehicle is designed to carry the driver and two passengers. Never carry passengers in
the cargo bed.
• The driver and passengers should wear seat belts properly.
• The driver and passengers must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated
upright with their backs against the backrests. The passengers must be able to reach and
hold the passenger handhold within the cage/frame.
• The driver and passengers should wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly.
The driver and passengers should also wear eye protection (goggles or a face shield), gloves,
over-the-ankle boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
• Do not drive or ride as a passenger after using drugs or alcohol.
DRIVER
UNDER
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Prepare your vehicle
Perform the pre-operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe oper-
ating condition. Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an
accident or equipment damage. See page 6-1 for a list of pre-operation checks.
Prepare your load or trailer
Carrying loads, towing a trailer, or pulling objects can affect handling, stability, and cause the risk
of overturns or other accidents.
Read Chapter 7 before loading, towing, or pulling objects.
Do not overload the vehicle or trailer. Refer to label in cargo bed for 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 so that it will not shift – a loose load could change handling unexpectedly or be
thrown forward and strike occupants.
While using your Yamaha Viking
Keep your body completely inside the vehicle at all times. Keep both hands on the steering
wheel. Be sure the passengers are seated, belted, and holding onto the passenger handhold.
Close doors before driving. Any part of your body (arms, legs, and head) outside the vehicle
can be struck by objects your vehicle is passing or crushed by the vehicle cage/frame in a roll-
over accident.
Watch for branches, brush, or other hazards that could enter the vehicle.
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