wheel YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2005 Owner's Manual

8-95 1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
1. Rainure d’indication d’usure de plaquette de frein
1. Ranura del indicador de desgaste de la pastilla del freno
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Rear brake pad check
Check the brake pads for damage or wear. Wear
indicator grooves are provided on the brake pads.
These indicators allow checking of brake pad wear
without disassembling the brake. Check the wear
indicator grooves. If a brake pad has worn to the
point that the wear indicator grooves have almost
disappeared, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace the
pads as a set.NOTE:_ The wheels need to be removed to check the
brake pads. (See pages 8-115–8-117 for wheel re-
moval and installation procedures.) _
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8-115 1. Upper knuckle 2. Lower knuckle
1. Articulation supérieur 2. Articulation inférieur
1. Muñón superior 2. Muñón inferior
1. Nut (× 4)
1.Écrou (× 4)
1. Tuerca (× 4)
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Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication
Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots with
a grease gun.
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Wheel removal
1. Loosen the wheel nuts.
2. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand
under the frame.
3. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
4. Remove the wheel.Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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8-117 1. Arrow mark
1. Flèche
1. Marca en forma
1. Tapered nut
1.Écrou conique
1. Tuerca cónica
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Wheel installation
1. Install the wheel and the nuts.NOTE:_

The arrow mark on the tire must point to-
ward the rotating direction of the wheel.


Tapered nuts are used for both the front and
rear wheels. Install the nut with its tapered
side towards the wheel.
_2. Lower the ATV so that the wheel is on the
ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torque.
Wheel nut torque:
Front: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf)
Rear: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf)
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8-125 1. Main fuse 2. Fuse box
1. Fusible principal 2. Boîte à fusibles
1. Fusible principal 2. Caja de fusibles
1. Main fuse 2. Spare main fuse
1. Fusible principal 2. Fusible principal de rechange
1. Fusible principal 2. Fusible principal de repuesto
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Fuse replacement
1. The main fuse and the fuse box are located
under the seat.
2. If a fuse is blown, turn off the main switch and
the switch of the circuit in question. Then, in-
stall a new fuse of the specified amperage.
Turn on the main switch. If the fuse immedi-
ately blows again, consult a Yamaha dealer.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive fuse: 3.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
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8-127 1. Headlight fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Auxiliary DC jack fuse
4. Four-wheel-drive fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock)
7. Spare fuse (× 3)
1. Fusible de phare
2. Fusible d’allumage
3. Fusible de prise pour accessoires
4. Fusible du système quatre roues motrices
5. Fusible du système de signalisation
6. Fusible de sauvegarde (compteur kilométrique)
7. Fusible de rechange (× 3)
1. Fusible del faro
2. Fusible del sistema de encendido
3. Fusible de la toma de CC auxiliar
4. Fusible del sistema de tracción en las cuatro ruedas
5. Fusible del sistema de señalización
6. Fusible de reserva (para el cuentakilómetros)
7. Fusible de repuesto (× 3)
WARNING
_ Always use a fuse of the specified rating. Nev-
er use any type of material or object in place of
the proper fuse. An improper fuse can cause
damage to the electrical system which could
lead to a fire. _CAUTION:_ To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse. _
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will
not only enhance its appearance but will improve
its general performance and extend the useful life
of many components.
1. Before cleaning the machine:
a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe to pre-
vent 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, ap-
ply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not ap-
ply degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden
hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job.
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CAUTION:
Excessive water pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical de-
vices. Many expensive repair bills have result-
ed from improper high pressure detergent
applications such as those available in coin-
operated car washers.4. Once the majority 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-get-at
places.
5. Rinse the machine off immediately with clean
water and dry all surfaces with a chamois,
clean towel or soft absorbent cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner
to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
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B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of your ma-
chine will require some preventive procedures to
guard against deterioration. After thoroughly
cleaning the machine, prepare for storage as fol-
lows:
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add fuel
stabilizer (if available).NOTE:Use of fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain
the fuel system. Consult a Yamaha dealer if the
fuel system is to be drained instead.2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark
plug. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the
engine over several times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil.
3. Lubricate all control cables.
4. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
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SPECIFICATIONS
ModelYFM450FA
Dimensions:
Overall length 1,993 mm
Overall width 1,093 mm
Overall height 1,120 mm
Seat height 830 mm
Wheelbase 1,233 mm
Ground clearance 245 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,000 mm
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 289.0 kg
Noise and vibration level:
Noise level (77/311/EEC) (for Europe) 78.3 dB(A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008) (for Europe) Will not exceed 0.5 m/s
2
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008)
(for Europe)Will not exceed 2.5 m/s
2
Engine:
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement 421.0 cm
3
Bore
× stroke 84.5
× 75.0 mm
Compression ratio 10.00 :1
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Brake:
Front brake type Dual disc brake
operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Single disc brake
operation Left hand and right foot operation
Suspension:
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Double wishbone
Shock absorber:
Front shock absorber Coil spring / oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring / oil damper
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 160.0 mm
Rear wheel travel 180.0 mm
Electrical:
Ignition system DC-C.D.I.
Generator system A.C. magneto
Battery type YTX20L-BS
Battery voltage, capacity 12 V 18.0 Ah
Headlight type: Krypton bulbModelYFM450FA
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