2017 YAMAHA KODIAK 700 brake fluid

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EBU29843Checking the brake fluid levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid lev-
el with the top of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
WARNING
EWB02721Improper maintenance can result in loss of
braking ability. Observe these precautions:
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter
the brake system, reducing braking perfor-
mance.
 Clean the filler cap before removing. Use
only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed contain-
er.
 Use only the specified brake fluid; otherwise,
the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage.
 Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Add-
ing a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result
in a harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water does not enter the
brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of the flu-
id and may result in vapor lock.
NOTICEECB01161Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately. As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to check the
1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
2WD
4WD
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brake pads for wear and the brake system for
leakage. If the brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer check the cause be-
fore further riding.
EBU24283Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals
of the brake master cylinder and calipers as well
as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two years.
 Brake hoses: Replace every four years.EBU24395Checking the front brake lever free
playThe brake lever free play must be checked at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. The brake lever should have
no free play as shown. If there is free play, have a
Yamaha dealer check the brake system.
EBU34242Adjusting the rear brake lever and
brake pedal free playThe rear brake lever and brake pedal free play
must be checked and, if necessary, adjusted at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
Adjusting the brake lever free play
The brake lever free play should measure 6.0–7.0
mm (0.24–0.28 in) (YFM70KDXH, YFM70KPAH,
YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPXH). If the free play is in-
correct, adjust it as follows.1. No brake lever free play
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Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel (YFM70KPSH)
Panel wheel (YFM70KDXH, YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPXH)
Rim size: 12 x 6.0ATRear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel (YFM70KPSH)
Panel wheel (YFM70KDXH, YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPXH)
Rim size: 12 x 7.5ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Wet multiple disc brake
Operation:
Left hand and right foot operationFront suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper Wheel travel:
193 mm (7.6 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 232 mm (9.1 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 18.0 AhHeadlight(s):Bulb type:Krypton bulbHandlebar-mounted light:Bulb type:
Halogen bulb (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-26
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-37
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-48BBattery ......................................................................... 8-53
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-45
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-44
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-45
Brake lever, front ......................................................... 4-18
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-49
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-48
Brake pads and friction plates, checking .................... 8-42
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-18
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-50
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-42
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-49
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-23
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-23
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................5-3, 8-29
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 4-3DDifferential gear lock indicator (YFM70KPSH) ............... 4-6
Differential gear oil ................................................5-3, 8-27Drive lever (YFM70KDXH / YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPAH) .................................... 4-15
Drive select lever ......................................................... 4-19
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-20
Engine stop switch ...................................................... 4-10
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-4
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................ 4-5FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-24
Four-wheel-drive indicator light (YFM70KDXH) ............. 4-5
Four-wheel-drive indicator (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) ............. 4-5
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-19, 5-3
Fuel level warning light (YFM70KDXH) .......................... 4-4
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-19
Fuses, replacing .......................................................... 8-57HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-9
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-62
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-59
High-range indicator light (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) ............. 4-3
Horn switch .................................................................. 4-10IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
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