4WD YAMAHA KODIAK 700 2019 User Guide

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7Do not attempt to climb hills until you have mas-
tered basic maneuvers on flat ground. Always
check the terrain carefully before attempting any
hill. In all cases avoid inclines with slippery or
loose surfaces, or obstacles that might cause you
to lose control.
To climb a hill, you need traction, momentum, and
steady throttle. For more traction and control for
climbing steeper and/or rougher slopes, select
“4WD” or 4WD-LOCK (“DIFF. LOCK”)
(YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK /
YFM70KPSK / YFM70KPLK). Travel fast enough
to maintain momentum, but not so fast that you
cannot react to changes in the terrain as you
climb.
It is important when climbing a hill to make sure
that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV.
This can be accomplished by leaning forward and,
on steeper inclines, standing on the footboards
and leaning forward over the handlebars. When-
ever possible, ride straight up hills.
Slow down when you reach the crest of the hill if
you cannot see clearly what is on the other side –
there could be another person, an obstacle, or a sharp drop-off. Use common sense and remem-
ber that some hills are too steep for you to climb
or descend.
If you are climbing a hill and you find that you have
not properly judged your ability to make it to the
top, you should turn the ATV around while you still
have forward motion (provided you have the room
to do so) and go down the hill.
If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe
you can continue up the hill, restart carefully to
make sure you do not lift the front wheels which
could cause you to lose control. If you are unable
to continue up the hill, dismount the ATV on the
uphill side. Physically turn the ATV around and
then descend the hill.
If you start to roll backwards, DO NOT apply either
brake abruptly. If you are in “2WD”, apply only the
front brake. When fully stopped, apply the rear
brake as well, and then shift to the park position. If
you are in “4WD”, because all wheels are inter-
connected by the drive train, applying either brake
will brake all wheels, therefore, avoid sudden ap-
plication of either the front or rear brake as the
wheels on the uphill side could come off the
ground. The ATV could easily tip over backwards.
Apply both the front and rear brakes gradually.
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7When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight
as far to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as pos-
sible. Move back on the seat and sit with your
arms straight. Engine compression will do most of
the braking for you. For maximum engine com-
pression braking effect, select the low-range posi-
tion and change to “4WD” before beginning to
descend the hill.
Use caution while descending a hill with loose or
slippery surfaces. Braking ability and traction may
be adversely affected by these surfaces. Improper
braking may also cause a loss of traction.
When this ATV is in “4WD”, all wheels (front and
rear) are interconnected by the drive train. This
means that applying either the front brake or the
rear brake will brake all wheels. When descending
hills, using either brake lever or the brake pedal
will brake the wheels on the downhill side. Avoid
sudden application of either the front or rear brake
because the wheels on the uphill side could come
off the ground. Apply both the front and rear
brakes gradually. Whenever possible, ride your ATV straight down-
hill. Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV
to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your path and
ride no faster than you will be able to react to ob-
stacles which may appear.
CROSSING A SLOPE
WARNING
EWB01633Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills
could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to
overturn.
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EBU29704Adjusting the throttle lever free playPeriodically check the throttle lever free play and
adjust if necessary.1. Slide the rubber cover back.
2. Loosen the locknut. 3. To increase the throttle lever free play, turn
the throttle lever free play adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the throttle lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
EBU24061Valve clearanceThe valve clearance changes with use, resulting in
improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To
prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.EBU29602BrakesReplacement of brake components requires pro-
fessional knowledge. Brake service should be
performed by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB02572Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability
and an accident.
1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever free playThrottle lever free play: 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
2WD
4WD
3
2
1
4
(b)
(a)
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EBU29844Checking the brake fluid levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark. Replenish the brake fluid
if necessary.TIPStraighten the handlebars for an accurate reading.
NOTICEECB01161Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately. As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads or brake sys-
tem leakage. Therefore, be sure to check the
brake pads for wear and the brake system for
leakage. If the brake fluid level suddenly goes
down, have a Yamaha dealer the brake system
before further riding.
WARNING
EWB02721Improper maintenance can result in loss of
braking ability. Observe these precautions:
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter
the brake system, reducing braking perfor-
mance.
 Clean the filler cap before removing. Use
only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed contain-
er.
 Use only the specified brake fluid; otherwise,
the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage.
1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
2WD
4WD
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Accessories, DC jack ................................................... 4-29
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-36
Axle boots .................................................................... 8-47BBattery ......................................................................... 8-53
Battery voltage warning light ......................................... 4-3
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-44
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-43
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-44
Brake lever, front ......................................................... 4-19
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 ................................. 4-20
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-50
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-41
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3
Brake/tail light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-63CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-48
Carrier, front ................................................................. 4-26
Carrier, rear .................................................................. 4-26
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Coolant .................................................................5-3, 8-28
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 4-3
DDifferential gear lock, indicators (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK / YFM70KPSK /
YFM70KPLK) ............................................................... 4-6
Differential gear oil ................................................5-3, 8-26
Drive lever 2WD/4WD (YFM70KDXK / YFM70KDHK) ............................................................ 4-17
Drive select lever ......................................................... 4-21
Drive select lever and driving in reverse ........................ 6-2EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .................................. 8-19
Engine stop switch ...................................................... 4-13
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-4
EPS warning light (for EPS model) ................................ 4-5FFinal gear oil ......................................................... 5-3, 8-24
Four-wheel drive icon (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK / YFM70KPSK / YFM70KPLK) .............. 4-6
Four-wheel drive indicator light (YFM70KDXK / YFM70KDHK) .............................................................. 4-5
Four-wheel drive switch (On-Command 4WD)
(YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK /
YFM70KPSK / YFM70KPLK) ..................................... 4-15
Fuel ....................................................................... 4-22, 5-3
Fuel level warning light (YFM70KDXK / YFM70KDHK) .............................................................. 4-4
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-21
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Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-56HHandlebar switches ..................................................... 4-12
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-62
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-59
High beam indicator light ............................................... 4-3
High-range indicator light (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK / YFM70KPSK /
YFM70KPLK) ............................................................... 4-2
Horn switch .................................................................. 4-14IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................. 4-14
Low-range indicator light (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK / YFM70KPSK /
YFM70KPLK) ............................................................... 4-2MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-1
Multi-function display .....................................................4-6NNeutral indicator light .....................................................4-2
OOn-Command drive switch “4WD/LOCK” (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK /
YFM70KPSK / YFM70KPLK) ..................................... 4-16
Override switch (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK / YFM70KPSK / YFM70KPLK) ............. 4-14
Owner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels, removing and installing ..................................... 8-9
Park indicator light ......................................................... 4-3
Parking ........................................................................... 6-4
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-5
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRear brake, adjusting the lever, pedal free play .......... 8-44
Rear knuckle pivots, lubricating ................................... 8-51
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-24
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front and
rear (YFM70KPXK / YFM70KPAK / YFM70KPHK /
YFM70KPSK / YFM70KPLK) ..................................... 4-26
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-39
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-17
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter ................................................................ 4-19
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 8-51
Starting the engine ......................................................... 6-1
Start switch .................................................................. 4-14
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