2004 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 four wheel drive

4-21 1. On- command four- wheel drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
2. Differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
1. Contacteur de commande du mode de traction “2WD”/“4WD”
2. Contacteur de blocage du différentiel “4WD”/“LOCK”
1. Selector de tracción en las cuatro ruedas “2WD”/“4WD”
2. Selector de bloqueo del diferencial “4WD”/“LOCK”
EBU00974
On-command four-wheel drive and differential
gear lock switches
This ATV is equipped with an on-command four-
wheel drive switch “2WD”/“4WD” and a differential
gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”. Select the appro-
priate drive according to terrain and the conditions.

Two-wheel drive (2WD): Power is supplied to
the rear wheels only.


Four-wheel drive (4WD): Power is supplied to
the rear and front wheels.


Four-wheel drive with the differential gear
locked (4WD-LOCK): Power is supplied to the
rear and front wheels when the differential gear
is locked (“DIFF.LOCK”). Unlike the 4WD
mode, all wheels turn at the same speed.
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4-25 1. Lever
2. On- command four- wheel drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”
1. Levier
2. Contacteur de commande du mode de traction “2WD”/“4WD”
1. Palanca
2. Selector de tracción en las cuatro ruedas “2WD”/“4WD”
1. Differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”2. Lever
1. Contacteur de blocage du différentiel “4WD”/“LOCK”
2. Levier
1. Selector de bloqueo del diferencial “4WD”/“LOCK”
2. Palanca
On-command four-wheel drive switch
“2WD”/“4WD”
To change from 2WD to 4WD, stop the ATV, and
then set the switch to “4WD”. When the ATV is in
4WD, the 4WD indicator “” will come on in the
speedometer unit display. To change from 4WD to
2WD, stop the ATV, be sure the lever is set to po-
sition
a, and then set the switch to “2WD”.
Differential gear lock switch “4WD”/“LOCK”
To lock the differential gear in 4WD, make sure the
on-command four-wheel-drive switch is set to
“4WD”, stop the ATV, move the lever to position
b, and then set the switch to “LOCK”. When the
differential gear is locked, the differential gear lock
indicator light (“DIFF.LOCK”) will come on along
with the indicator “” in the speedometer unit
display. To release the differential gear lock, stop
the ATV and set the switch to “4WD”.
DIFF.
LOCK
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8-8
* It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
** Lithium-soap-based greaseNOTE:Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
Brake fluid replacement:
1. When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, 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 cylinder, 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.Drive shaft universal
joint*•Lubricate.**Engine mount*
•Check for cracks or damage.Front axle boots*•Check operation.
•Replace if damaged.Fittings and Fasteners*•Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
•Correct if necessary.
ITEM ROUTINEWhichever
comes firstINITIAL EVERY
km 320 1,200 2,400 2,400 4,800
hours 20 75 150 150 300
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8-119 1. Main fuse 2. Fuse box
1. Fusible principal 2. Boîte à fusibles
1. Fusible principal 2. Caja de fusibles
1. Main fuse 2. Spare main fuse
1. Fusible principal 2. Fusible principal de rechange
1. Fusible principal 2. Fusible principal de repuesto
EBU00745*
Fuse replacement
1. The fuse cases are under the seat.
2. If a fuse is blown, turn off the main switch and
the switch of the circuit in question. Then, in-
stall a new fuse of the specified amperage.
Turn on the main switch. If the fuse immedi-
ately blows again, consult a Yamaha dealer.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10 A
Four-wheel-drive fuse: 3 A
Signal system fuse: 10 A
Odometer fuse (backup): 10 A
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8-121 1. Headlight fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Auxiliary DC jack fuse
4. Four-wheel-drive fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Odometer fuse (backup)
7. Spare fuse (× 3)
1. Fusible de phare
2. Fusible d’allumage
3. Fusible de prise pour accessoires
4. Fusible du système 4x4
5. Fusible de signalisation
6. Fusible du compteur kilométrique
7. Fusible de rechange (× 3)
1. Fusible del faro
2. Fusible del sistema de encendido
3. Fusible de la toma de CC auxiliar
4. Fusible del sistema de tracción en las cuatro ruedas
5. Fusible del sistema de señalización
6. Fusible del cuentakilómetros (reserva)
7. Fusible de repuesto (× 3)
WARNING
Always use a fuse of the specified rating. Nev-
er use any type of material or object in place of
the proper fuse. An improper fuse can cause
damage to the electrical system which could
lead to a fire.CAUTION:
To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse.
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10-6
Bulb voltage, wattage
× quantity:
Headlight 12 V, 30/30 W
× 2
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W
× 1
Neutral indicator light L.E.D.
Reverse indicator light L.E.D.
Coolant temperature warning light L.E.D.
Park indicator light L.E.D.
High-range indicator light L.E.D.
Low-range indicator light L.E.D.
Differential gear lock indicator light L.E.D.
Fuse:
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 A
Four-wheel-drive fuse 3 A
Signaling system fuse 10 A
Odometer fuse (backup) 10 AModel YFM450FA
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