2018 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 brake

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EBU25614Replacing the tail/brake light bulbIf the tail/brake light bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.1. Remove the tail/brake light bulb holder (to- gether with the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counterclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder, push it
in, and then turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Install the bulb holder (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
EBU25652Removing a wheel1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts.
1. Tail/brake light bulb holder
1
1. Tail/brake light bulb
1
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25882CleaningFrequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.1. Before cleaning the ATV: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe toprevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply
degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job. WARNING! Wet brakes may have re-
duced stopping ability, increasing the
chance of an accident. Test the brakes af-
ter washing. Apply the brakes several
times at slow speeds to let friction dry out
the linings.
[EWB02312]
NOTICE: Excessive wa-
ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical
devices. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high-pressure de-
tergent applications such as those avail-
able in coin-operated car washers.
[ECB00712]
4. Once most of the dirt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush or
bottle brush is handy for hard-to-reach pla-
ces.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
7. Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
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Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front:35.0 kPa (0.350 kgf/cm², 5.0 psi)
Rear: 30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm², 4.4 psi)
Minimum:
Front:32.0 kPa (0.320 kgf/cm², 4.6 psi)
Rear:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel (YFM45KPAJ)
Panel wheel (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)
Rim size: 12 x 6.0ATRear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel (YFM45KPAJ)
Panel wheel (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)
Rim size: 12 x 7.5ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Wet multiple disc brake
Operation: Left hand and right foot operationFront suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 171 mm (6.8 in)Rear suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
189 mm (7.4 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 Ah
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Headlight(s):Bulb type:Krypton bulbHandlebar-mounted light:Bulb type:Halogen bulb (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ, YFM45KPXJ)Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Handlebar-mounted light: 12 V, 35.0/36.5 W × 1 (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Reverse indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
EPS warning light:
LED (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ, YFM45KPXJ)
Park indicator light: LED
On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:40.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ, YFM45KPXJ)
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse:
3.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 AEBU30402For Europe only
The figures quoted are emission levels and are not
necessarily safe working levels. Whilst there is a
correlation between the emission and exposure
levels, this cannot be used reliably to determine
whether or not further precautions are required.
Factors that influence the actual level of exposure
of work-force include the characteristics of the
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-17
Air filter, cleaning ......................................................... 8-30
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-45BBattery .......................................................................... 8-51
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-39
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-38
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-39
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-10
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-47
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-46
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ..................... 8-37
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-10
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-48
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-37
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-46
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-15
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-15
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-6
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant ................................................................. 5-3, 8-26
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDifferential gear oil ......................................................... 5-3
Differential gear oil, changing ...................................... 8-24Display unit .................................................................... 4-4
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-11
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating .......................... 8-48
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-17
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-7
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................. 4-3FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-22
Four-wheel-drive indicator light ..................................... 4-4
Fuel ...................................................................... 4-11, 5-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-11
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-54HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-6
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-60
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-57
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-7IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-6LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-7
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MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-4
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command four-wheel-drive switch ......................... 4-7
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ..................................... 8-8
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-2
Parking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever and pedal ................... 8-40
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating .................................. 8-49
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-13
Self-diagnosis device .................................................... 4-6
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and rear ............................................................................ 4-15
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-33
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-15
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-9 Stabilizer bushes, checking ..........
............................... 8-49
Starting the engine ........................................................ 6-1
Start switch .................................................................... 4-7
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-50
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 4-14
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .................................... 8-61
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-8, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-36
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-63
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-64VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-36
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-35
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................................... 8-35
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-48
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-62
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-61
Winch pre-wiring .......................................................... 4-17
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