2006 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 check engine

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NOTE:_ The air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated more
often if the machine is operated in extremely dusty
areas. Each time the air filter element mainte-
nance is performed, check the air inlet to the filter
case for obstructions. Check the air filter case rub-
ber joint to the carburetor and manifold fittings for
an airtight seal. Tighten all fittings securely to
avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the
engine. _CAUTION:_ Never operate the engine with the air filter ele-
ment removed. This will allow unfiltered air to
enter, causing rapid engine wear and possible
engine damage. Additionally, operation with-
out the air filter element will affect carburetor
jetting with subsequent poor performance and
possible engine overheating. _
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8-83 1. V-belt cooling duct check hose (left front side of ATV)
1. Flexible de contrôle du conduit de refroidissement de la courroie
trapézoïdale (côté avant gauche du VTT)
1. Manguera de comprobación del conducto de enfriamiento de
la correa trapezoidal (lado delantero izquierdo del ATV)
1. V-belt case drain plug
1. Boulon de vidange du carter de courroie trapézoïdale
1. Tapón de drenaje de la caja de la correa trapezoidal
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V-belt cooling duct check hose
If dust or water collects in the V-belt cooling duct
check hose, remove the hose and clean it.
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V-belt case drain plug
After riding in water deep enough to allow it to en-
ter the V-belt case, remove this plug to drain the
water from the case.NOTE:_ If water drains from the V-belt case after removing
the plug, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the ATV
as the water may affect other engine parts. _
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EBU00724Troubleshooting chart
Starting problems or poor engine performance1. Fuel
Check if there is fuel
in the fuel tank.There is fuel.Turn the fuel cock
lever to “OFF”.No fuel.Fuel cock is
clogged.
Clean the
fuel cock. Some fuel.Turn the fuel cock
lever to “RES”.Restart the engine.
No fuel.Supply fuel.
2. Compression
Use the electric
starter to see if
there is compression.There is compression.
Compression normal.
No compression.Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect.
3. Ignition
Remove the
spark plug and
check the electrodes.WetWipe clean with dry cloth.
DryAttach spark plug cap and
ground to chassis.Use the
electric starter.Spark is good.Ignition system is
normal.
Spark is weak.
Adjust the spark plug gap
or replace the spark plug. No spark.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect. 4. Battery
Use the electric starter.Engine turns over
quickly.Battery is good.
Engine turns over
slowly.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.Check the
fuel flow.
Turn the fuel cock
lever to “ON”.
Remove the fuel hose
from the fuel cock.
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Engine overheatingNOTE:If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is
changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
WARNING
Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before removing the radiator cap. You could be burned by
hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure. Always put a thick rag over the cap when opening.
Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap. Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir and/or radiator.
Level is OK.Level is low, check the
cooling system for leakage.
No
leakage.Leakage.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect
and repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect and/or repair the cooling system.
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