2021 YAMAHA KODIAK 450 battery

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9
WARNING
EWB02161Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, as it contains sulfuric acid, which can
cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of
ignition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. To remove the battery1. Remove the seat. NOTICE: When removing
the battery, the main switch must be off,
and the negative lead must be disconnect-
ed before the positive lead.
[ECB01002]
2. Remove the battery holding plate by remov- ing the bolts.
3. Disconnect the negative battery lead first, then the positive battery lead by removing
their bolts.
4. Pull the battery out of its compartment.1. Battery holding plate
2. Bolt
3. Negative battery lead (black)
4. Positive battery lead (red)
2
3
4
1
2
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NOTICEECB00622Never attempt to open the battery or remove
the battery cell seals, as this would permanent-
ly damage the battery. To charge the battery
Confirm the recommended charging rate as
specified on the battery itself.
 Select a suitable charger and follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions.NOTICEECB00933To charge a VRLA (valve-regulated lead-acid)
battery, a special battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery charger will dam-
age the battery. To store the battery
If the ATV will not be used for more than one
month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
 If the battery will be stored for more than two
months, check it at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
NOTICEECB00942Always keep the battery charged. Storing the
battery in a discharged state for an extended
period of time will cause permanent battery
damage.
 Do not store the battery in an excessively
cold or warm place [below freezing or above
30 °C (90 °F)]. To install the battery
1. Place the battery in its compartment. NOTICE: When installing the battery, the
main switch must be off, and the positive
lead must be connected before the nega-
tive lead.
[ECB01111]
2. Connect the positive battery lead first, then connect the negative battery lead by installing
their bolts.
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TIPMake sure the positive battery lead is routed be-
hind the guides. 3. Install the battery holding plate by installingthe bolts.
TIPMake sure the negative battery lead is routed un-
derneath the battery holding plate. 4. Install the seat.
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Guide
1
2
3
1. Bolt
2. Battery holding plate
3. Negative battery lead (blackF
3
1
1
2
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EBU27696Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug. Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
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108. Remove the battery and fully charge it. (See
page 9-53.)
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Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 18.0 AhLights:Headlight:T19L, 30.0 W/30.0 W
Handlebar-mounted light: T15H, 35.0 W/36.5 W (YFM450FWBD)
Brake/tail light:
21.0 W/5.0 W
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
Reverse indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Park indicator light: LED
Four-wheel-drive indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
Differential gear lock indicator light: LED (YFM450FWBD) EPS warning light:
LED (YFM450FWBD)
Fuses:Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse:
10.0 A (YFM450FWBD)
3.0 A (YFM450FWB)
Radiator fan motor fuse:
20.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YFM450FWBD)EBU30403Noise and vibration levels statement (for Eu-
rope)
The figures quoted are emission levels and are not
necessarily safe working levels. Whilst there is a
correlation between the emission and exposure
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 7-5
Accessories, DC jack ...................................................5-24
Air filter, cleaning ......................................................... 9-33
Axle boots .................................................................... 9-47BBattery .......................................................................... 9-53
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................9-42
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 9-40
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 9-42
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 5-14
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 9-49
Brake light switches ..................................................... 9-48
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ..................... 9-40
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 5-14
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 9-50
Brakes .......................................................................... 9-39
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 6-3
Brake/tail light bulb, replacing ..................................... 9-63CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 9-49
Carrier, front ................................................................. 5-20
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 5-20
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 6-7
Cleaning ....................................................................... 10-1
Coolant ................................................................. 6-3, 9-29
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 5-2DDifferential gear lock, indicator (equipped models) ....... 5-4Differential gear oil ......................................................... 6-3
Differential gear oil, changing ...................................... 9-27
Display unit .................................................................... 5-4
Drive select lever .......................................................... 5-15
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 7-2
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating .......................... 9-51
EEmissions Certification label (for Europe) .................... 12-1
Engine break-in .............................................................. 7-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 6-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 9-19
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 5-9
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 5-3
EPS warning light (equipped models) ............................ 5-3FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 6-3, 9-24
Four-wheel drive indicator light ..................................... 5-4
Four-wheel drive switch (On-Command 4WD) ............ 5-11
Fuel ...................................................................... 5-17, 6-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 5-16
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 9-57HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 5-7
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 9-62
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 9-59
Horn switch .................................................................... 5-9IIdentification numbers ................................................... 1-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 5-1
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