Yamaha YXZ10YEXR User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
BDW-F8199-11LIT-11626-37-28
YXZ10YEXR/YXZ10YEZR
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 YXZ10YEXR / YXZ10YEZR. 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 de-
gree 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, for sport-type recre-
ational use by experienced operators. Use on public streets, roads, or highways is not
only illegal in most areas, it also increases the risk of an accident involving other vehi-
cles. 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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YXZ10YEXR / YXZ10YEZR
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2024 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, June 2023
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-11626-37-28
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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 .................... 5-10
Light switch ........................................ 5-19
Interior light switch (YXZ10YEZR) ......5-20
Winch switch (YXZ10YEZR) ...............5-20
On–Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF. LOCK” ................. 5-21
Accelerator pedal ............................... 5-22
Brake pedal ........................................ 5-22
Parking brake lever ............................ 5-23
YCC-S and shift modes ..................... 5-23
Drive select lever and shift paddles ... 5-24
Fuel tank cap...................................... 5-25
Doors.................................................. 5-25
Seats .................................................. 5-26
Adjusting the driver seat position....... 5-27
Adjusting the steering wheel
position............................................. 5-28
Rearview mirror (YXZ10YEZR) ........... 5-29
Seat belts ........................................... 5-29
Glove compartment ........................... 5-30
Cup holders........................................ 5-30
Cargo bed .......................................... 5-31
Flag pole bracket ............................... 5-32
Front shock absorbers ....................... 5-32
Rear shock absorbers ........................ 5-40
Winch (YXZ10YEZR) .......................... 5-47
Auxiliary DC jack ................................ 5-48
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DC connectors ................................... 5-49
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
Drive select lever and shift paddles .....6-7
YCC-S clutch .......................................6-7
Fittings and fasteners...........................6-7
Instruments, lights and switches..........6-8
Control cables ......................................6-8
Tires......................................................6-8
OPERATION ............................................7-1
Engine break-in.....................................7-1
Starting the engine ...............................7-2
Operating the transmission ..................7-3
Dynamic clutch engagement ................7-7
Launch system operation .....................7-8
Selecting the drive mode....................7-11
Parking................................................7-13
Loading...............................................7-13
Towing the vehicle ..............................7-14
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 Manuals..................................9-2
Maintenance charts ..............................9-3
Hoods .................................................9-10
Panels .................................................9-13
Bottom panels ....................................9-19
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Engine oil and oil filter ........................9-24
Why Yamalube ...................................9-30
Transmission oil ................................. 9-30
Final gear oil .......................................9-34
Differential gear oil ............................. 9-37
Coolant............................................... 9-39
Axle boots .......................................... 9-41
Checking the spark plugs .................. 9-41
Air filter maintenance.......................... 9-43
Cleaning the air filter case check
hoses ................................................ 9-47
Cleaning the spark arrester ................ 9-48
Valve clearance .................................. 9-50
Brakes ................................................ 9-50
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.................................................. 9-50
Checking the parking brake pads ...... 9-51
Checking the brake and YCC-S
clutch fluid levels .............................. 9-51
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluid
replacement...................................... 9-53
YCC-S clutch ..................................... 9-53
Checking the brake pedal .................. 9-54
Checking the accelerator pedal..........9-54
Parking brake lever free play
adjustment ........................................9-55
Brake light switch ...............................9-56
Cable inspection and lubrication ........9-56
Pedal lubrication.................................9-57
Checking the stabilizer bushes...........9-57
Upper and lower arm pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................9-58
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................9-59
Drive shaft universal joint
lubrication .........................................9-59
Drive shaft spline lubrication ..............9-59
Steering shaft lubrication....................9-60
Wheel removal ....................................9-60
Checking and tightening the bead
lock (YXZ10YEZR) ............................9-61
Tire replacement.................................9-61
Wheel installation................................9-62
Battery ................................................9-63
Jump-starting .....................................9-68
Fuse replacement ...............................9-69
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Headlights .......................................... 9-72
Headlight beam adjustment ...............9-72
Brake/tail light ....................................9-73
Interior lights (YXZ10YEZR) ................9-73
Troubleshooting ................................. 9-73
Troubleshooting charts ......................9-75
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
Use of your vehicle data.....................12-2
NOISE REGULATION (for USA)..........12-4
MAINTENANCE RECORD .................. 12-5
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,
U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL
SIDE-BY-SIDE LIMITED
WARRANTY (for USA).......................12-6
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) (for USA)...............................12-8
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
111
1. Model type code
2. Production code
3. Color code
*
****
-***
1
3
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1. Key identification number
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS
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4
3
5
5
674 8 3
3
9
3
1
2
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10
11
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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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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
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.
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B4J-F8459-00
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BDW-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) ~ 441 lbs (200 kg)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minimum: FRONT:
REAR:
16 psi
20 psi
15 psi
19 psi
•
VEHICLE LOAD of 441 lbs (200 kg ) ~ 668 lbs (303 kg)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minimum: FRONT:
REAR:
16 psi
24 psi
15 psi
23 psi
(110 kPa)
(140 kPa)
(103 kPa)
(131 kPa)
(110 kPa)
(170 kPa)
(103 kPa)
(159 kPa)
*
Vehicle load is weight of operator, passenger,
accessories, and cargo. Do not exceed
maximum vehicle load.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2348 lbs (1065 kg)
maximum including vehicle, weight of operator,
passenger, accessories, and cargo.
OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE: With tires cold, set as follows.
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YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
6555 Katella Avenue, Cypress,
California 90630-5101, U.S.A.
BHE-F4164-00
The original-equipment overhead structure on
this vehicle meets US OSHA and ISO 3471
requirements for rollover protection structures
m=800Kg for ISO3471
BDW-F4897-00
WARNING
•Load may affect handling and stability.
•Do not exceed the maximum load ratings for the
cargo bed, or vehicle.
•When loaded with cargo:
•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.
•Read Owner’s Manual before loading 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: 300 lbs (136 kg)
Maximum Vehicle Load: 668 lbs (303 kg)
Never carry
passengers
in cargo bed.
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BAS-F1568-01
Do not hold the cage and door.
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
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WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
Moving parts can crush
and cut.
Do not operate engine
with guard removed.
2HC-77762-01
Les pièces mobiles
peuvent entraîner des
coupures et des blessures
par écrasement.
Ne pas faire fonctionner le
moteur si le carter de
protection est déposé.
BDW-F1684-00
INTAKE MANIFOLD
#1
PRESS. SENSOR
VACUUM HOSE ROUTING
EMISSION HOSE ROUTING
THROTTLE BODY
PRESSURE
VALVE
SOLENOID
VALVE
TO FUEL TANK
#1
#2
#3
ROLL OVER
VALVE
CANISTER
TO ATMOSPHERE
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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
YXZ10YEXR / YXZ10YEZR. 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 YXZ10YEXR / YXZ10YEZR. 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 whether he or she is willing and able to follow these instruc-
tions.
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.
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