2003 YAMAHA KODIAK 400 recommended oil

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EBU01325
Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Fill with oil as necessary. (See pages 8-29–8-39
for details.)
Recommended oil:
Recommended engine oil classification:
API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
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EBU00493
Final gear oil
Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-39–8-43 for
details.)
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid gear oil may be
used for all conditions.NOTE:GL-4 is a quality and additive rating, GL-5 or GL-6
rated hypoid gear oils may also be used.
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.NOTE:Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
Brake fluid replacement:
1. When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the brake
fluid level and add fluid as required.
2. On the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper, replace the oil seals every two years.
3. Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.V-belt*•Check operation.
•Check for cracks or damage.Wheels*•Check balance/damage/runout.
•Repair if necessary.Wheel bearing*•Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
•Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*•Check operation.
•Correct if necessary.Steering system*•Check operation./Replace if damaged.
•Check toe-in./Adjust if necessary.Fittings and fasteners*•Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
•Correct if necessary.Lights and switches*•Check operation.
•Adjust headlight beam.
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
1
month3
months6
months6
months1
year
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9. Fill the engine with sufficient oil to reach the
specified level. Install the engine oil filler cap
and tighten it.CAUTION:_

In order to prevent clutch slippage (since
the engine oil also lubricates the clutch),
do not mix any chemical additives. Do not
use oils with a diesel specification of “CD”
or oils of a higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.


Make sure that no foreign material enters
the crankcase.
_
Recommended engine oil:
See page 10-2.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
2.6 L
Periodic oil change:
2.3 L
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.4 L
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‘1. Final gear oil
2. Final gear oil filler bolt
3. Proper oil level
1. Huile de transmission finale
2. Boulon de remplissage d’huile du carter de transmission finale
3. Niveau correct
1. Aceite de la transmisión final
2. Perno del orificio de llenado de aceite de la transmisión final
3. Nivel de aceite adecuado
10. Start the engine and warm it up for several
minutes. While warming up, check for oil
leakage. If oil leakage is found, stop the en-
gine immediately and check for the cause.
11. Install the panels.
EBU01145
Final gear oil
Final gear oil measurement
1. Place the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the oil filler bolt, and then check the
oil level in the final gear case.NOTE:_ The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole. _3. If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole,
add sufficient oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.CAUTION:_ Be sure no foreign material enters the final
gear case. _4. Install the oil filler bolt.
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6. Add the recommended final gear oil to the
brim of the filler hole.CAUTION:_ Be sure no foreign material enters the final
gear case. _7. Install the oil filler bolt.
8. Check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found,
check for the cause.
9. Install the final gear case cover bolts, and
then tighten them to the specified torque. Recommended oil:
See page 10-3.
Oil quantity:
0.19 L
Tightening torque:
Final gear case cover bolt:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf)
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EBU00570
Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the outer cov-
ering of control cables becomes damaged.
Cables can also become frayed or kinked. Op-
eration of controls could be restricted, which
could cause an accident or injury.Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If
the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha
dealer to replace them.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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Engine oil:
Type
Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Quantity:
Periodic oil change
With oil filter cartridge replacement
Total amount2.3 L
2.4 L
2.6 L Model YFM400A
-20˚-10˚0˚
10˚20˚30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
CAUTION:
In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the en-
gine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any
chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a higher quality
than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
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