Yamaha YFM7FGPW Service Manual page 3

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This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company primarily for use by Yamaha dealers
and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one
manual, so it is assumed that anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on
Yamaha vehicle has a basic understanding of the mechanical ideas and the procedures of vehicle
repair. Repairs attempted by anyone without this knowledge are likely to render the vehicle unsafe
and unfit for use.
This model has been designed and manufactured to perform within certain specifications in regard
to performance and emissions. Proper service with the correct tools is necessary to ensure that the
vehicle will operate as designed. If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative
that you contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This
policy is intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from his vehicle and to conform
to federal environmental quality objectives.
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all its models. Modifications and sig-
nificant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha dealers
and will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.
NOTE:
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• This Service Manual contains information regarding periodic maintenance to the emission control
system. Please read this material carefully.
• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations.
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to
the vehicle operator, a bystander or a person checking or repairing the vehicle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage
to the vehicle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTICE