2019 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 maintenance

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-17
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

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-19
8To install the spark plug
1. Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface, and then wipe off any
grime from the spark plug threads.
2. Install the spark plug with the spark

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-24
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13. Check the engine oil filler cap O-ring for dam-
age, and then install the filler cap.
14. Start the engine and let it idle for several min- utes while checking for oil leakage. If any oil
l

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-27
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EBU23439Changing the differential gear oilThe differential gear case must be checked for oil
leakage before each ride. If any leakage is found,
have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the ATV.
In

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-28
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TIPDo not exceed the specified differential gear oil
quantity when filling. Overfilling will cause the oil
to seep out of the breather hose during and af-
ter riding.
 The differential ge

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-38
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EBU29704Adjusting the throttle lever free playPeriodically check the throttle lever free play and
adjust if necessary.1. Slide the rubber cover back.
2. Loosen the locknut. 3. To increase the t

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EBU28414Checking the front brake pads and rear 
brake friction platesThe front brake pads and the rear brake friction
plates must be checked for wear at the intervals
specified in the periodic

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YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2019  Owners Manual 8-40
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TIPStraighten the handlebars for an accurate reading. NOTICEECB01161Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately. 
As the brake pads wea
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