5-1EVU012001- FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKSInspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition.Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Own-er’s Manual.WARNINGFailure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accidentor equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problemcannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspect-ed by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:ITEM ROUTINE PAGEBrakes • Check operation, free play, fluid level, and fluid leakage.• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-3, 8-34–8-37,8-39–8-40Parking brake • Check for proper operation, condition, and free play. 8-38–8-39Fuel • Check fuel level.• Fill with fuel if necessary. 5-4–5-5Engine oil • Check oil level.• Fill with oil to proper level if necessary. 5-6, 8-10–8-15Coolant reservoir • Check coolant level.• Fill with coolant if necessary. 5-7, 8-21–8-22
