Yamaha BRUIN 250 Owner's Manual - Caution:
6-4
EBU15450
Drive select lever operation and reverse
driving
CAUTION:
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Before shifting, you must stop the ATV
and return the throttle lever to its closed
position, otherwise the transmission may
be damaged.
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NOTE:
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When shifting into reverse, the transmission
must be in first gear.
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1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop and re-
turn the throttle lever to the closed posi-
tion.
2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into first gear.
4. Move the drive select lever toward the
“R” position until it completely stops.
1. Drive select lever
NOTE:
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When in reverse, the reverse indicator light
should be on. If the light does not come on,
ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the ATV.
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5. Check behind you for people or obsta-
cles, and then release the brake pedal.
6. Open the throttle lever gradually and con-
tinue to watch to the rear while backing.
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