check engine light YAMAHA KODIAK 400 2002 Owners Manual

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1-CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ...................... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION ................................... 3-1
Identification number records .............. 3-3
Key identification number .................... 3-5
Vehicle identification number ............... 3-7
Model label ........................................... 3-9
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ........................ 4-1
Main switch .......................................... 4-1
Indicator lights ..................................... 4-3
Coolant temperature warning light
checking method ............................... 4-7
Speedometer ..................................... 4-11
Fuel gauge ........................................ 4-13
Handlebar switches ........................... 4-15
Throttle lever ..................................... 4-21
Speed limiter ..................................... 4-23
Front brake lever ............................... 4-25
Rear brake pedal and lever ............... 4-27
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Drive select lever .............................. 4-29
Recoil starter ..................................... 4-29
Fuel tank cap .................................... 4-31
Fuel cock ........................................... 4-33
Starter (choke) “” .......................... 4-35
Seat ................................................... 4-37
Storage box ....................................... 4-39
Front carrier ...................................... 4-39
Rear carrier ....................................... 4-39
Front shock absorber adjustment ..... 4-41
Rear shock absorber adjustment ...... 4-45
Auxiliary DC jack ............................... 4-49
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .................. 5-1
Front and rear brakes ......................... 5-7
Fuel .................................................... 5-11
Engine oil ........................................... 5-15
Final gear oil ..................................... 5-19
Differential gear oil ............................ 5-21
Throttle lever ..................................... 5-21
Fittings and Fasteners ...................... 5-21
Lights ................................................ 5-23
Switches............................................. 5-23
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DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION1. Rear spring preload
adjusting ring
2. Storage box and tool kit
3. Spark plug
4. Rear brake fluid reservoir
5. Radiator cap
6. Front spring preload
adjusting ring
7. V-belt case
8. Rear brake pedal
9. Front spring preload
adjusting ring
10. Fuel cock
11. Air filter case
12. Fuses
13. Tail/brake light14. V-belt cooling duct check
hose
15. Coolant reservoir
16. Oil filter cartridge
17. Engine oil dipstick
18. Rear brake lever
19. Left handlebar switches
20. Starter (choke)
21. Horn switch
22. Drive select lever
23. Speedometer
24. Main switch
25. Fuel tank cap
26. Auxiliary DC jack
27. Right handlebar switch
28. Throttle lever
29. Front brake leverNOTE:The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the figures of this
manual.
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4-5
The coolant temperature warning light circuit can
be checked according to the procedure on page
4-7.CAUTION:

The engine may overheat if the ATV is
overloaded. If this happens, reduce the
load to specification.


Restart after making sure that the light is
out. Continuous use while the light is on
may cause damage to the engine.
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Four-wheel-drive indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the 2WD/4WD
switch is in the 4WD position.NOTE:Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ-
ential gear case, the light may not come on until
the ATV starts moving.
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Coolant temperature warning light checking method
ACB-09E
Turn the main switch to “ON” and the
engine stop switch to “”.
Coolant temperature warning
light does not come on.
Coolant temperature
warning light comes on.
Coolant temperature
warning light does not
come on.
Coolant temperature and
electrical circuit are OK. Go
ahead with riding.
Push the start switch with the
transmission in the neutral position.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect the electrical circuit.
Coolant temperature
warning light comes on
momentarily.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
BrakesCheck operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-7 ~ 5-9,
8-89 ~ 8-95
FuelCheck fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-11 ~ 5-13
Engine oilCheck oil level.
Fill with oil if necessary.5-15 ~ 5-17,
8-31 ~ 8-41
Coolant reservoirCheck coolant level.
Fill with coolant if necessary.8-53 ~ 8-63
Final gear oil/
Differential gear oilCheck for leakage. 5-19, 8-41 ~ 8-51
ThrottleCheck for proper throttle cable operation. 5-21, 8-87
Wheels and tiresCheck tire pressure, wear and damage.5-25 ~ 5-31,
8-109 ~ 8-111
Fittings and FastenersCheck all fittings and fasteners. 5-21
LightsCheck for proper operation. 5-23, 8-123 ~ 8-131
Axle bootsCheck for damage. 8-63
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Lights
Check the headlights and taillight to make sure
they are in working condition. Repair as necessary
for proper operation.
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Switches
Check the operation of the light switch, engine
stop switch and any other switches. Repair as nec-
essary for proper operation.
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Starting a warm engine
To start a warm engine, refer to the “Starting a cold
engine” section. The starter (choke) should not be
used. The throttle should be opened slightly.
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Warming up
To get maximum engine life, always warm up the
engine before starting off. Never accelerate hard
with a cold engine! To see whether or not the en-
gine is warm, check if it responds to the throttle
normally with the starter (choke) turned off.
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