2006 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 engine

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-85
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Carburetor adjustment
The carburetor is a vital part of the engine and re-
quires very sophisticated adjustment. Most adjust-
ing should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the
profession

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-87 1. Throttle stop screw
1. Vis d’arrêt de l’accélérateur
1. Tornillo de tope del acelerador
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Idle speed adjustmentNOTE:_ A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this pro-
cedure. _

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-89
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Valve clearance adjustment
The correct valve clearance changes with use, re-
sulting in improper fuel/air supply or engine noise.
To prevent this, the valve clearance must be ad-
justed

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-91 1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt
1. Contre-écrou 2. Bolhon de réglage
1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
a. Throttle lever free play
a. Jeu au levier d’accélération
a. Juego libre de la palanca

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-111
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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

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-141
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

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 8-142
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
W

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2006  Owners Manual 9-1
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will
not only enhance its appearance but will improve
its general performance and extend the useful life
of ma