warning light YAMAHA KODIAK 700 2017 User Guide

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7As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to
turn the handlebars in the desired direction. As
you do so, put your weight on the footboard to the
outside of the turn (opposite your desired direc-
tion) and lean your upper body into the turn. Use
the throttle to maintain an even speed through the
turn. This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside
of the turn slip slightly, allowing the ATV to make
the turn properly.
This procedure should be practiced at slow speed
many times in a large unpaved area with no obsta-
cles. If an incorrect technique is used, your ATV may continue to go straight. If the ATV doesn’t
turn, come to a stop and then practice the proce-
dure again. If the riding surface is slippery or
loose, it may help to position more of your weight
over the front wheels by moving forward on the
seat.
Once you have learned this technique, you should
be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter
curves.
Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throt-
tle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body
movements, or too much speed for the sharpness
of the turn may cause the ATV to tip. If the ATV be-
gins to tip over to the outside while negotiating a
turn, lean more to the inside. It may also be nec-
essary to gradually let off on the throttle and steer
to the outside of the turn to avoid tipping over.
Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are
thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV.
CLIMBING UPHILL
WARNING
EWB01672Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns
or loss of control. Use proper riding techniques
described in this Owner’s Manual.
1. Lean towards inside of turn.
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
Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.
 Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any
hill until you have mastered the turning tech-
nique as described in the Owner’s Manual on
level ground. Be very careful when turning
on any hill.
Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires
you to properly position your weight to maintain
proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the
basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting
to cross a sloping surface. Avoid slopes with slip-
pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your
balance.
As you travel across a slope, lean your body in the
uphill direction. It may be necessary to correct the
steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing
the front wheels slightly uphill. When riding on
slopes, be sure not to make sharp turns either up
or down hill.
If your ATV does begin to tip over, gradually steer
in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles
in your path. As you regain proper balance, grad-
ually steer again in the direction you wish to travel. CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER
WARNING
EWB01642Operating this vehicle through deep or fast-
flowing water can lead to loss of control or an
overturn. To reduce your risk of drowning or
other injuries, use care when crossing through
water. Never operate this ATV water deeper
than the depth specified in your Owner’s Man-
ual, as tires may float, increasing the risk of an
overturn.
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EBU24905Checking and lubricating the cablesThe operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-
essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
WARNING
EWB02582Inspect cables frequently and replace if
damaged. Corrosion can result when the ca-
ble sheaths become damaged, and cables
can also become frayed or kinked, which
could restrict the operation of controls and
lead to an accident or injury.
 Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in cold
weather. If the control cables are frozen or
do not work smoothly, you could be unable
to control the ATV, which could lead to an
accident or collision. EBU28712Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake leversThe operation of the front and rear brake levers
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
1. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
2. Rear brake light switchRecommended lubricant:
Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant
1
2 (b)
(a)
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NOTICEECB00641To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse. 2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install anew fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec-
ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02173]
3. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and turn on the elec-trical circuits to check if the devices operate.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A (YFM70KDXH)
15.0 A (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: 10.0 A (YFM70KPSH)
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)
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2. Lower the ATV to the ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torques.
EBU25741TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha ATVs receive a thorough in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems, for exam-
ple, can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts represent
quick and easy procedures for checking these vi-
tal systems yourself. However, should your ATV
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer,
whose skilled technicians have the necessary
tools, experience, and know-how to service the
ATV properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts. Im-
itation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWB02281Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe inju-
ry or property damage. Make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area, including pi-
lot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
1. Tapered nutTightening torques:Front wheel nut:55 N·m (5.5 kgf·m, 40 lb·ft)
Rear wheel nut: 55 N·m (5.5 kgf·m, 40 lb·ft)1
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Handlebar-mounted light:12 V, 35.0/36.5 W × 1 (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: EL (Electroluminescent) (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)
Neutral indicator light: LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED (YFM70KDXH)
Reverse indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
EPS warning light:
LED (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH)
Park indicator light:
LED
Four-wheel-drive indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1 (YFM70KDXH)
Four-wheel-drive indicator: LCD (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPXH)
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
High-range indicator light: LED (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH) Low-range indicator light:
LED (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH)
Differential gear lock indicator light: LED (YFM70KPSH)
Fuses:Main fuse:
40.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
EPS fuse: 40.0 A (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH)
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A (YFM70KDXH)
15.0 A (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH)
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
10.0 A
Four-wheel-drive motor fuse: 10.0 A (YFM70KPSH)
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, auxiliary jack ........................................... 4-26
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-37
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-48BBattery ......................................................................... 8-53
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-45
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-44
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-45
Brake lever, front ......................................................... 4-18
Brake levers, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-49
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-48
Brake pads and friction plates, checking .................... 8-42
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ................................. 4-18
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-50
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-42
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-49
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-23
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-23
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................5-3, 8-29
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 4-3DDifferential gear lock indicator (YFM70KPSH) ............... 4-6
Differential gear oil ................................................5-3, 8-27Drive lever (YFM70KDXH / YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPAH) .................................... 4-15
Drive select lever ......................................................... 4-19
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-20
Engine stop switch ...................................................... 4-10
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-4
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................ 4-5FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-24
Four-wheel-drive indicator light (YFM70KDXH) ............. 4-5
Four-wheel-drive indicator (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) ............. 4-5
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-19, 5-3
Fuel level warning light (YFM70KDXH) .......................... 4-4
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-19
Fuses, replacing .......................................................... 8-57HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-9
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-62
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-59
High-range indicator light (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) ............. 4-3
Horn switch .................................................................. 4-10IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
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Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................. 4-10
Low-range indicator light (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) .............. 4-3MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-1
Multi-function display (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) ...................................... 4-6NNeutral indicator light .....................................................4-3OOn-Command differential gear lock switch (YFM70KPSH) ............................................................ 4-13
On-Command four-wheel-drive switch (YFM70KPSH) ............................................................ 4-12
Override switch (YFM70KPSH) .................................... 4-11
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ..................................... 8-9
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-3
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever, pedal free play ........... 8-45 Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-52
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-3
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-21
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH) ............................................................. 4-24
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-39
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-17
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-17
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 8-51
Starting the engine ......................................................... 6-1
Start switch .................................................................. 4-10
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-52
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartment .................................................. 4-22TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-63
Throttle lever ........................................................ 4-16, 5-4
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-41
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Trailer hitch (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH) .................................... 4-25
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-65
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-66VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-42
V-belt case drain plug .................................................. 8-41
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
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