warning light YAMAHA KODIAK 700 2018 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
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .............................. 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................ 2-1
DESCRIPTION................................................ 3-1Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-1
Controls and instruments............................ 3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................................... 4-1 Main switch ................................................. 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .............. 4-1
Multi-function display (YFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ /
YFM70KPSJ) ............................................. 4-5
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-8
Drive lever “2WD/4WD” (YFM70KDXJ / YFM70KDHJ) .......................................... 4-13
Throttle lever ............................................. 4-14
Speed limiter ............................................. 4-15
Front brake lever ....................................... 4-15
Brake pedal and rear brake lever .............. 4-16 Drive select lever ...................................... 4-16
Fuel tank cap ............................................ 4-17
Fuel ........................................................... 4-17
Seat .......................................................... 4-19
Storage compartment............................... 4-20
Front carrier .............................................. 4-21
Rear carrier ............................................... 4-22
Front and rear shock absorbers
(YFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ /
YFM70KPHJ / YFM70KPSJ) .................. 4-22
Trailer hitch (YFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ /
YFM70KPSJ) .......................................... 4-23
Auxiliary DC jack....................................... 4-24
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................... 5-1 Fuel ............................................................. 5-3
Engine oil .................................................... 5-3
Final gear oil ............................................... 5-3
Differential gear oil ...................................... 5-3
Coolant ....................................................... 5-3
Front and rear brakes ................................. 5-3
Throttle lever ............................................... 5-4
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gerous 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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EBU17715Controls and instrumentsYFM70KDXJ / YFM70KDHJYFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ /
YFM70KPSJ1. Drive select lever
2. Rear brake lever
3. Handlebar switches
4. Horn switch
5. Drive lever “2WD / 4WD”
6. Warning and indicator lights
7. Front brake fluid reservoir
8. Front brake lever
9. Throttle lever
10.Auxiliary DC jack
11.Main switch123
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1. Drive select lever
2. Rear brake lever
3. Handlebar switches
4. Horn switch
5. Multi-function display
6. Front brake fluid reservoir
7. On-Command 4WD switches
8. Front brake lever
9. Throttle lever
10.Auxiliary DC jack
11.Main switch123 56
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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.
EBU26697Indicator lights and warning lightsYFM70KDXJ / YFM70KDHJ
1. Main switch
1
1. Fuel level warning light “ ”
2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
3. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “N”
5. Reverse indicator light “R”
6. Park indicator light “P”
7. Four-wheel drive indicator light “ ”
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YFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ /
YFM70KPSJ
EBU17992Low-range indicator light “ ” (YFM70KPXJ /
YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ / YFM70KPSJ)
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the low-range position.EBU17982High-range indicator light “ ” (YFM70KPXJ /
YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ / YFM70KPSJ)
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the high-range position.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.
1. Differential gear lock in
dicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
2. Low-range indicator light “L”
3. High-range indicator light “H”
4. Neutral indicator light “N”
5. Reverse indicator light “R”
6. Park indicator light “P”
7. Four-wheel drive icon “ ”
8. Differential gear lock icon “ ”
9. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
10.Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
11.Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
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EBU34561Coolant 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.NOTICEECB02401The engine may overheat if the ATV is over-
loaded. Reduce the load to specification.
 The engine may overheat if mud or dirt has
accumulated on the radiator. Gently clean
the radiator. (See page 9-1.)
 Continuous use while the warning light is on
will damage the engine.
EBU29933Fuel level warning light “ ” (YFM70KDXJ /
YFM70KDHJ)
This warning light comes on when the fuel level
drops below approximately 4.0 L (1.06 US gal,
0.88 Imp.gal). When this occurs, refuel as soon as
possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by setting the engine stop switch to “ ”
and 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.EBU27288Engine trouble warning light “ ”
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
vehicle.
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YFM70KDXJ / YFM70KDHJ
This warning light comes on or flashes when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine is not work-
ing correctly. When this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the self-diagnosis system.
YFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ /
YFM70KPSJ
This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem
is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the
engine. When this occurs, the display will indicate
an error code (see page 4-8). Have a Yamaha
dealer check the self-diagnosis system.
EBU30571Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
(for EPS model)
This warning light comes on when the key is
turned to “ ” (on), and then goes off once the
engine is started. If the warning light remains on or
comes on after the engine is started, the EPS sys-
tem may not be working correctly. When this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the EPS
system. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). If the
warning light does not come on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
TIP
If the engine is stopped using the engine stop
switch and the key is in the “ ” (on) position,
the EPS warning light comes on to indicate that
the power assistance for the steering is not
functioning.
 If the steering load is too heavy (i.e., excessive
steering use when the ATV is traveling at a slow
speed), the power assist is reduced to protect
the EPS motor from overheating. EBU37210Four-wheel drive indicators
Four-wheel drive indicator light “ ”
(YFM70KDXJ / YFM70KDHJ)
This indicator light comes on when the drivetrain
is set to “4WD” (four-wheel drive).
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Error code display
This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis de-
vice for various electrical circuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those circuits,
the engine trouble warning light will come on or
flash, and the display will indicate an error code.
If the display indicates an error code, note the
code number and have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.
NOTICEECB00812If the multi-function display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked as soon
as possible in order to avoid engine damage. EBU18067Handlebar switchesYFM70KDXJ / YFM70KDHJ
1. Error code display
2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
1
2
1. Light switch “ / /OFF”
2. Engine stop switch “ / ”
3. Start switch “ ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
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EBU30466On-Command drive switch “4WD/LOCK”
(YFM70KPXJ / YFM70KPAJ / YFM70KPHJ /
YFM70KPSJ)
Stop the ATV and push this switch to change from
standard four-wheel drive to four-wheel drive with
the differential locked. Select the appropriate
switch position according to the terrain and the
conditions.
“4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to
the front and rear wheels, with the front differen-
tial unlocked.
 “LOCK” (four-wheel drive with the differential
gear locked): Power is supplied to the front and
rear wheels and the differential gear is locked.
Unlike in four-wheel drive, all wheels turn at the
same speed, giving maximum traction.
WARNING
EWB00132Always stop the ATV before changing from
four-wheel drive to four-wheel-drive differen-
tial gear lock or vice versa.
The ATV handles differently in four-wheel drive
than in differential gear lock in some circum-
stances. Changing from four-wheel drive to
differential gear lock or vice versa while mov-
ing may cause the ATV to handle differently un- expectedly. This could distract the operator
and increase the risk of losing control and
causing an accident.
To access the “4WD/LOCK” switch, set the
“2WD/4WD” switch to “4WD”, and then move the
drive switch lock lever to the right.TIP
When the switch is set to “LOCK” or “4WD”, the
differential gear lock icon and indicator light will
flash until the differential gear is completely
locked or unlocked.1. On-Command drive switch “4WD/LOCK”
2. Drive switch lock lever
LOCK4WD
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