2019 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 check engine light

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TIPWhen in reverse, the reverse indicator light
should come on. If the indicator light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
trical circuit.
 Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the en-
gine, the indicator light may not come on until
the ATV starts moving. 4. Check behind for people or obstacles, and
then release the brake pedal.
5. Open the throttle lever gradually and continue to watch to the rear while backing.EBU36861Engine break-inThere is never a more important period in the life
of your engine than the first 240 km (150 mi) or 20
hours of operation. For this reason, you should fol-
low the engine break-in instructions carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put an ex-
cessive load on it for the first 240 km (150 mi) or
20 hours. During this period the various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves to the cor-
rect operating clearances. Avoid prolonged full-
throttle operation or any condition that might re-
sult in engine overheating. 0–120 km (0–75 mi) or 0–10 hours
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle.
Vary the speed of the ATV regularly. Do not oper-
ate it at one set throttle position.
120–240 km (75–150 mi) or 10–20 hours
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. Rev
the engine freely, but do not use full throttle at any
time.
240 km (150 mi) or 20 hours and beyond
The ATV can now be operated normally.
NOTICEECB00221If any engine trouble should occur during the
engine break-in period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the ATV. EBU27322ParkingWhen parking the ATV, stop the engine, and shift
the drive select lever into the park position.
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8To install the panel
1. Connect the coupler, and then place the pan-
el in the original position.
2. Install the quick fasteners.
3. Place the carrier in the original position, and then install the carrier bolts under the fenders.
4. Install the carrier top bolts, and then tighten all bolts to the specified torques. 5. Install the cover.
For YFM45KPXK / YFM45KPHK /
YFM45KPLK: Install the handlebar-mount-
ed light cover.
 For YFM45KDXK / YFM45KDHK: Install
the handlebar cover.
6. Install the panels.
EBU23215Checking the spark plugThe spark plug is an important engine component,
which is easy to check. Since heat and deposits
will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, the
spark plug should be removed and checked in ac-
cordance with the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart. In addition, the condition of the spark
plug can reveal the condition of the engine.
To remove the spark plug 1. Remove the spark plug cap.
Tightening torques: Carrier bolt (top):34 N·m (3.4 kgf·m, 25 lb·ft)
Carrier bolt (under fenders): 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
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2. Remove the spark plug as shown, with the
spark plug wrench included in the tool kit. To check the spark plug
1. Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medi-
um-to-light tan (the ideal color when the ATV
is ridden normally).
TIPIf the spark plug shows a distinctly different color,
the engine could be operating improperly. Do not
attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. In-
stead, have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV. 2. Check the spark plug for electrode erosionand excessive carbon or other deposits, and
replace it if necessary.
3. Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thick- ness gauge and, if necessary, adjust the gap
to specification.
1. Spark plug cap
1. Spark plug wrench
11
Specified spark plug:NGK/DR7EA
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WARNING
EWB02342Always let the exhaust system cool prior to
touching exhaust components.
Do not start the engine with the spark arrester
removed. Sparks or exhaust particulate can
cause eye injury, burns, or start a fire. 1. Remove the tailpipe bolts.
2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of themuffler, and then remove the gasket. 3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a wire
brush to remove any carbon deposits from
the spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and
inside of the tailpipe housing.
4. Check the gasket for damage. Replace if nec- essary.
5. Install the gasket onto the tailpipe, then insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the bolt
holes.
6. Install the bolts and tighten to the specified torque.
EBU23921V-belt cooling duct check hoseIf dust or water collects in the V-belt cooling duct
check hose, remove the hose and clean it.
1. Gasket
2. Spark arrester
3. Tailpipe
4. Tailpipe bolt
3
2
4
1
4
Tightening torque:
Tailpipe bolt:10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.4 lb·ft)
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4. Turn on the main switch, start the engine, and then turn on the circuit in question.
5. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
EBU34223Replacing a headlight bulbIf a headlight bulb burns out, replace it with the
specified bulb as follows.
Left and right headlight bulbs1. Remove the cover at the rear of the headlight by pulling it off.
2. Remove the bulb cover by pulling it off.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: 3.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YFM45KPHK, YFM45KPLK,
YFM45KPXK)1. Cover at the rear of the headlight
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, DC jack ...................................................4-18
Air filter, cleaning ......................................................... 8-32
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-46BBattery .......................................................................... 8-52
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-41
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-39
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-41
Brake lever, front ............................................................ 4-9
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-48
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-47
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ..................... 8-39
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................... 4-9
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-49
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-38
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3
Brake/tail light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-62CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-48
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-15
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-15
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant ................................................................. 5-3, 8-28
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDifferential gear oil ......................................................... 5-3Differential gear oil, changing ...................................... 8-27
Display unit .................................................................... 4-4
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-10
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating .......................... 8-50
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-19
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-6
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-2
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................. 4-3FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-24
Four-wheel drive indicator light ..................................... 4-3
Four-wheel drive switch (On-Command 4WD) .............. 4-7
Fuel ...................................................................... 4-12, 5-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-11
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-55HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-6
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-61
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-58
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-7IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7
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LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-7MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ................................... 8-10
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-2
Parking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever and pedal ................... 8-41
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating .................................. 8-51
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-13
Self-diagnosis device .................................................... 4-5
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and rear ............................................................................ 4-15
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-35
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-17 Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-8
Stabilizer bushes, checking ..........
............................... 8-50
Starting the engine ........................................................ 6-1
Start switch .................................................................... 4-6
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-51
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 4-14
TThrottle lever ........................................................... 4-8, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-38
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Trailer hitch (for equipped models) .............................. 4-17
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-65
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-66VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-38
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-37
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................................... 8-36
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-49
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-63
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-63
Winch pre-wiring .......................................................... 4-18
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