wheel YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2018 Owner's Guide

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25882CleaningFrequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.1. Before cleaning the ATV: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe toprevent 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, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply
degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job. WARNING! Wet brakes may have re-
duced stopping ability, increasing the
chance of an accident. Test the brakes af-
ter washing. Apply the brakes several
times at slow speeds to let friction dry out
the linings.
[EWB02312]
NOTICE: Excessive wa-
ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical
devices. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high-pressure de-
tergent applications such as those avail-
able in coin-operated car washers.
[ECB00712]
4. Once most 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-reach pla-
ces.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
7. Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
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EBU27264StorageShort-term
Always store your ATV in a cool, dry place and, if
necessary, protect it against dust with a porous
cover. NOTICE: Storing the ATV in a poorly ven-
tilated room or covering it with a tarp while it is
still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep
in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of the presence
of ammonia) and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
[ECB00722]
Long-term
Before storing your ATV for several months: 1. Make any necessary repairs and perform all outstanding maintenance.
2. Follow all the instructions in the Cleaning sec- tion of this chapter.
3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (Fu- el Med Rx if available), and then run the en-
gine for 5 minutes to distribute the treated
fuel. 4. Perform the following steps to protect the en-
gine from internal corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall
with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug, and then install the spark plug and
the spark plug cap.
5. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals.
6. Put the frame on stands or blocks to raise all wheels off the ground. (Alternatively, turn the
wheels each month to prevent the tires from
degrading in one spot.)
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
Specified amount:
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:2035 mm (80.1 in)
Overall width: 1180 mm (46.5 in)
Overall height:
1160 mm (45.7 in)
Seat height: 855 mm (33.7 in)
Wheelbase: 1240 mm (48.8 in)
Ground clearance:
245 mm (9.6 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3200 mm (126 in)Weight:Curb weight:
289.0 kg (637 lb) (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ)
295.0 kg (650 lb) (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):78.0 dB(A) (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
78.3 dB(A) (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR) Uncertainty of measurement:
3.0 dB(A) (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008): 0.6 m/s² (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 0.0 m/s² (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
0.3 m/s² (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008):
2.9 m/s² (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 0.4 m/s² (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
0.5 m/s² (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Single cylinder
Displacement: 421 cm³
Bore × stroke:
84.5 × 75.0 mm (3.33 × 2.95 in)
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Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front:35.0 kPa (0.350 kgf/cm², 5.0 psi)
Rear: 30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm², 4.4 psi)
Minimum:
Front:32.0 kPa (0.320 kgf/cm², 4.6 psi)
Rear:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel (YFM45KPAJ)
Panel wheel (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)
Rim size: 12 x 6.0ATRear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel (YFM45KPAJ)
Panel wheel (YFM45KDHJ, YFM45KDXJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)
Rim size: 12 x 7.5ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Wet multiple disc brake
Operation: Left hand and right foot operationFront suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 171 mm (6.8 in)Rear suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
189 mm (7.4 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 Ah
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Headlight(s):Bulb type:Krypton bulbHandlebar-mounted light:Bulb type:Halogen bulb (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ, YFM45KPXJ)Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Handlebar-mounted light: 12 V, 35.0/36.5 W × 1 (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ,
YFM45KPXJ)
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Reverse indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
EPS warning light:
LED (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ, YFM45KPXJ)
Park indicator light: LED
On-Command four-wheel-drive indicator light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:40.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YFM45KPAJ, YFM45KPHJ, YFM45KPXJ)
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse:
3.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 AEBU30402For Europe only
The figures quoted are emission levels and are not
necessarily safe working levels. Whilst there is a
correlation between the emission and exposure
levels, this cannot be used reliably to determine
whether or not further precautions are required.
Factors that influence the actual level of exposure
of work-force include the characteristics of the
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-17
Air filter, cleaning ......................................................... 8-30
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-45BBattery .......................................................................... 8-51
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-39
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-38
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-39
Brake lever, front .......................................................... 4-10
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-47
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-46
Brake pads and friction plates, checking ..................... 8-37
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-10
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-48
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-37
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-46
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-15
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-15
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-6
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant ................................................................. 5-3, 8-26
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDifferential gear oil ......................................................... 5-3
Differential gear oil, changing ...................................... 8-24Display unit .................................................................... 4-4
Drive select lever .......................................................... 4-11
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
Drive shaft universal joint, lubricating .......................... 8-48
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-17
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-7
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................. 4-3FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-22
Four-wheel-drive indicator light ..................................... 4-4
Fuel ...................................................................... 4-11, 5-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-11
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-54HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-6
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-60
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-57
Horn switch .................................................................... 4-7IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-6LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-7
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MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-4
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOn-Command four-wheel-drive switch ......................... 4-7
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ..................................... 8-8
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-2
Parking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever and pedal ................... 8-40
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating .................................. 8-49
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-13
Self-diagnosis device .................................................... 4-6
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and rear ............................................................................ 4-15
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-33
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-15
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-9 Stabilizer bushes, checking ..........
............................... 8-49
Starting the engine ........................................................ 6-1
Start switch .................................................................... 4-7
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-50
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 4-14
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .................................... 8-61
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-8, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-36
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-63
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-64VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-36
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-35
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................................... 8-35
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-48
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-62
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-61
Winch pre-wiring .......................................................... 4-17
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