light YAMAHA KODIAK 450 2022 Owners Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EBU17344FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS IN-
JURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:TIPProduct and specifications are subject to change without notice.
 The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly from the figures shown in this manual.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential per-
sonal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this sym-
bol to avoid possible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid
damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ............................ 1-1Identification numbers ................................ 1-1
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .............................. 2-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................ 3-1
DESCRIPTION................................................ 4-1 Left view ...................................................... 4-1
Right view.................................................... 4-1
Controls and instruments............................ 4-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................................... 5-1 Main switch ................................................. 5-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .............. 5-1
Display unit ................................................. 5-4
Handlebar switches .................................... 5-7
Throttle lever ............................................. 5-13
Speed limiter ............................................. 5-13
Front brake lever ....................................... 5-14
Brake pedal and rear brake lever .............. 5-14
Drive select lever ....................................... 5-15 Fuel tank cap ............................................ 5-16
Fuel ........................................................... 5-17
Seat .......................................................... 5-18
Storage compartment............................... 5-19
Front carrier .............................................. 5-20
Rear carrier ............................................... 5-20
Front and rear shock absorbers .............. 5-20
Winch ....................................................... 5-22
Trailer hitch (equipped models) ................ 5-23
Auxiliary DC jack....................................... 5-24
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................... 6-1 Fuel ............................................................. 6-3
Engine oil .................................................... 6-3
Final gear oil ............................................... 6-3
Differential gear oil ...................................... 6-3
Coolant ....................................................... 6-3
Front and rear brakes ................................. 6-3
Throttle lever ............................................... 6-4
Tires ............................................................ 6-4
Chassis fasteners ....................................... 6-7
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OPERATION ................................................... 7-1Starting the engine ...................................... 7-1
Operating the drive select lever and driving in reverse ....................................... 7-2
Engine break-in ........................................... 7-4
Parking ........................................................ 7-4
Parking on a slope ...................................... 7-5
Accessories and loading ............................. 7-5
RIDING YOUR ATV ........................................ 8-1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV ................ 8-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT .............................................. 8-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE ............... 8-9
TURNING YOUR ATV................................ 8-12
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 8-13
RIDING DOWNHILL .................................. 8-16
CROSSING A SLOPE................................ 8-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER .................................................... 8-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ............. 8-20
SLIDING AND SKIDDING.......................... 8-21
WHAT TO DO IF... ..................................... 8-22
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................................ 9-1 Owner’s Manuals and Tool Kit .................... 9-2 Periodic maintenance chart: Emission
control system .......................................... 9-3
Periodic maintenance chart: General maintenance and lubrication .................... 9-5
Removing and installing panels ................ 9-10
Checking the spark plug........................... 9-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 9-19
Why Yamalube ......................................... 9-23
Final gear oil ............................................. 9-24
Changing the differential gear oil .............. 9-27
Coolant ..................................................... 9-29
Cleaning the air filter ................................. 9-33
Cleaning the spark arrester ...................... 9-36
V-belt cooling duct check hose ................ 9-37
V-belt case drain plug............................... 9-37
Adjusting the throttle lever free play ......... 9-38
Valve clearance......................................... 9-39
Brakes....................................................... 9-39
Checking the front brake pads and rear brake friction plates ................................ 9-40
Checking the brake fluid level .................. 9-40
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 9-42
Checking the front brake lever free play... 9-42
Adjusting the rear brake lever and brake pedal ....................................................... 9-42
Axle boots................................................. 9-47
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Checking and lubricating the cables......... 9-49
Checking and lubricating the front and rear brake levers ..................................... 9-49
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ....................................................... 9-50
Checking the wheel hub bearings............. 9-51
Lubricating the drive shaft universal joint ......................................................... 9-51
Checking the stabilizer bushes ................. 9-51
Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots ........... 9-52
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 9-52
Battery....................................................... 9-53
Replacing a fuse ....................................... 9-57
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 9-59
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 9-62
Replacing the brake/tail light bulb ............ 9-63
Removing a wheel ..................................... 9-63
Installing a wheel....................................... 9-64
Troubleshooting ........................................ 9-65
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 9-66
CLEANING AND STORAGE ......................... 10-1 Cleaning .................................................... 10-1
Storage...................................................... 10-2 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 11-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION....................... 12-1
Emissions Certification label (for Europe) ............................................. 12-1
INDEX .......................................................... 13-1
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technique described in this manual on level
ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.
 Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll
backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall-
ing, use the proper gear range and maintain a
steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or
roll backwards, follow the special procedure for
braking described in this manual. Dismount on
the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight up-
hill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following
the procedure described in this manual.
 Always check for obstacles before operating in
a new area.
 Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,
such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow
proper procedures when operating over obsta-
cles as described in this manual.
 Always be careful when skidding or sliding.
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by
practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as
ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to
reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of
control. 
Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in
water deeper than that recommended in this
manual. Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after
leaving water. If necessary, apply them several
times to let friction dry out the linings.
 Always be sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you when you operate in reverse. When
it is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly.
 Always use the size and type of tires specified in
this manual.
 Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-
scribed in this manual.
 Never exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached. Reduce speed and follow in-
structions in this manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for brak-
ing.
 Do not operate your ATV during darkness un-
less it is equipped with a properly functioning
headlight. Off-road riding is inherently danger-
ous and additionally, off-road trails do not have
streetlights to guide you.
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Never maintain an ATV without proper knowl-
edge. Contact an authorized ATV dealer to in-
form you on basic ATV maintenance. Certain
maintenance can only be carried out by certified
staff.
In the event of an accident 1. If serious injuries are incurred, you may be safer staying next to your vehicle; it may
shield you from oncoming riders. Depending
on your injuries and position in the trail; you
must make a judgment call as to whether you
should move to a position off the trail. If you
have sustained head, neck, or back injuries,
or cannot feel your limbs, you should not
move. Keep your helmet on and remain mo-
tionless. Lie down next to your vehicle and
wait for help.
2. If less serious injuries are incurred and you can walk, then move to a position off the trail.
Check yourself for injuries and apply first aid
as needed.
3. If your injuries are light, when safe to do so, move your vehicle off the trail to avoid colli-
sions with oncoming riders. Check for injuries
and apply first aid as necessary. If you can
physically operate your vehicle, inspect your vehicle. If the vehicle is in safe operating con-
dition and you can safely operate it, restart it
and ride gently back to camp or other known
location where you can receive medical at-
tention. If necessary, contact your riding party
or local authorities to let them know where
you are and what has happened.
In the event of a breakdown 1. If your vehicle will not restart or is not in safe operating condition, turn off the main switch
and engine stop switch. If the breakdown oc-
curs at twilight or night, leave the main switch
on so that your lights may warn other riders of
your stopped vehicle.
2. Get out of danger. Check for oncoming vehi- cles and when safe, push your vehicle to the
side of the trail or even off the main trail to
avoid any possible collisions with oncoming
riders. If you cannot move your vehicle by
yourself, when safe, walk to the nearest van-
tage point and signal an oncoming rider to
help you push your vehicle to a safe place off
the trail.
3. Inspect your vehicle for any immediate haz- ardous conditions. The most obvious hazard-
ous conditions are leaking fuel and
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3gerous loss of lights or engine power. Also, the
battery tends to discharge more quickly if elec-
trical accessories are added.
WARNING
EWB00073Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nau-
sea, confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless,
tasteless gas which may be present even if you
do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
and you can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can linger for hours or days in en-
closed or poorly ventilated areas. If you experi-
ence any symptoms of carbon monoxide
poisoning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.

Do not run engine indoors. Even if you try to
ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open
windows and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels. 
Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or par-
tially enclosed areas such as barns, garages,
or carports.
 Do not run engine outdoors where engine
exhaust can be drawn into a building through
openings such as windows and doors.

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DESCRIPTION
EBU17691Left view
EBU17701Right view
1. Radiator cap
2. Air filter
3. Battery
4. Fuses
5. Brake/tail light
6. Engine oil filler cap
7. Oil filter cartridge
8. Coolant reservoir
9. V-belt cooling duct check hose
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2
3
4
5
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1. Spark arrester
2. Storage compartment and tool kit
3. Fuel tank cap
4. Spark plug
5. Auxiliary DC jack
6. Front shock absorber
7. Winch
8. Rear brake light switch
9. Brake pedal
10.V-belt case drain plug
11.Rear shock absorber111
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EBU29913Main switch“” (on)
All electrical systems are supplied with power. The
engine can be started. The key cannot be re-
moved.
“ ” (off)
All electrical systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
EBU26699Indicator lights and warning lightsFor non-differential gear lock models
OFF ON
1. Neutral indicator light “N”
2. Reverse indicator light “R”
3. Park indicator light “P”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Four-wheel drive indicator light “ ”1
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5For differential gear lock models
EBU17861Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the neutral position.
EBU17831Reverse indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the reverse position.EBU17971Park indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the park position.EBU34562Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the engine
overheats. When this occurs during operation,
stop the engine as soon as it is safe to do so and
allow it to cool down for about 10 minutes.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). The
warning light should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on initially when
the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if the warning
light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.TIPThe radiator fan turns on or off automatically ac-
cording to the coolant temperature.
1. Neutral indicator light “N”
2. Reverse indicator light “R”
3. Park indicator light “P”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
6. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
7. Four-wheel drive indicator light “ ”
8. Differential gear lock indicator light “ ” 1
2
3
4
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7
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DIFF.LOCK
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