2016 YAMAHA KODIAK 700 Owners Manual

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EBU34270Brake light switchesThe brake light, which is activated by the brake
pedal and brake levers, should come on just be-
fore braking takes effect.
The rear brake light switch can be adjust

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WARNING
EWB02582Inspect cables frequently and replace if
damaged. Corrosion can result when the ca-
ble sheaths become damaged, and cables
can also become frayed or kinked, which
could restr

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Rear brake lever
EBU28833Checking and lubricating the brake 
pedalThe operation of the brake pedal should be
checked before each ride, and the pedal pivot
should be lubricated if necessary.TIPT

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EBU25023Checking the stabilizer bushesThe stabilizer bushes must be checked for cracks
or damage at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha deal

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EBU25094Lubricating the steering shaftThe steering shaft must be lubricated by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe- riodic maintenance and lubrication chart.TIPFor parts equipp

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EBU2904DBatteryThe battery is located under panel A. (See page
8-10.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve Regu-
lated Lead Acid) battery. There is no need to
check the electrolyte or to a

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3. Remove the battery holding plate by remov-
ing the nuts.
4. Disconnect the negative battery lead first, then the positive battery lead by removing
their bolt.  NOTICE: When removing the bat-

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NOTICEECB00932To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid)
battery, a special (constant-voltage) battery
charger is required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the battery. To