2002 YAMAHA KODIAK 400 brake

8-95
EBU00820*
Brake fluid replacement
1. Complete fluid replacement should be done
only by trained Yamaha service personnel.
2. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the following
components during periodic maintenance or
when they are damaged or leaking.

Replace all rubber seals every two years.


Replace all hoses every four years.
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8-97 a. Free play
a. Jeu
a. Juego libre
EBU00681
Front brake adjustment
The front brake lever should have a free play of
zero mm at the lever end. If not, ask a Yamaha
dealer to adjust it.
WARNING
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:

Make sure the brakes operate smoothly
and that the free play is correct.


Make sure the brakes do not drag.


Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All
air must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
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8-99 1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt
c. Free play
1. Contre-écrou 2. Boulon de réglage
c. Jeu
1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
c. Juego libre
a. 54 mm
EBU00689
Rear brake lever adjustment
The rear brake lever free play should be 0.5 ~
2 mm.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting bolt in direction
a to in-
crease free play, and in direction
b to de-
crease free play.
3. Tighten the locknut.
If correct free play cannot be obtained, ask a
Yamaha dealer to make that adjustment.
Rear brake pedal height adjustmentNOTE:Adjust the rear brake before inspecting the rear
brake pads.The top of the brake pedal should be positioned
54 mm above the top of the footrest. If not, ask a
Yamaha dealer to adjust it.
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8-101
WARNING
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:

Make sure the brakes operate smoothly
and that the free play is correct.


Make sure the brakes do not drag.


All air must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
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8-103 1. Rear brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
1. Contacteur de feu stop sur frein arrière
2.Écrou de réglage
1. Interruptor de la luz del freno trasero
2. Tuerca de ajuste
EBU00885
Adjusting the rear brake light switch
The rear brake light switch, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake levers, is properly ad-
justed when the brake light comes on just before
braking takes effect. If necessary, adjust the brake
light switch as follows.
1. Remove panel B. (See page 8-21 for panel
removal and installation procedures.)
2. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear
brake light switch in place. To make the brake
light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in
direction
a. To make the brake light come on
later, turn the adjusting nut in direction
b.
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8-107
EBU00717
Brake lever and brake pedal lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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8-129 1. Tail/brake light unit 2. Nut (× 2)
1. Feu arrière/stop 2.Écrou (× 2)
1. Luz de freno/piloto trasero 2. Tuerca (× 2)
1. Tail/brake light unit 2. Bulb holder
1. Feu arrière/stop 2. Fixation d’ampoule
1. Luz de freno/piloto trasero 2. Portabombillas
EBU00964
Tail/brake light bulb replacement
1. Remove the nuts together with the washers.
2. Remove the bulb holder (together with the
bulb) by turning it counterclockwise.
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9-3
CAUTION:
Excessive water pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical de-
vices. Many expensive repair bills have result-
ed from improper high pressure detergent
applications such as those available in coin-
operated car washers.4. Once the majority of the dirt has been hosed
off, wash all surfaces with warm water and
mild, detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush
or bottle brush is handy for hard-to-get-at
places.
5. Rinse the machine off immediately with clean
water and dry all surfaces with a chamois,
clean towel or soft absorbent cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner
to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
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