Yamaha KODIAK 450 2023

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DIC183

BEY-F8199-12LIT-11626-36-07

This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.

WARNING

YFM45KDXP/YFM45KPAP

YFM45KPHP/YFM45KPSP

OWNER’S MANUAL

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!

It contains important safety information.

Main Page

Important Manual Information4
Important Notice5
Table of Contents6
Vehicle Identification9
Identification Numbers9
Location of the Warning and Specification Labels11
Safety Information16
Description22
Left View22
Right View22
Controls and Instruments23
Instrument and Control Functions24
Main Switch24
Indicator Lights and Warning Lights24
Display Unit27
Handlebar Switches30
Throttle Lever36
Speed Limiter37
Front Brake Lever37
Brake Pedal and Rear Brake Lever38
Drive Select Lever39
Fuel Tank Cap39
Fuel40
Seat41
Storage Compartment42
Front Carrier43
Rear Carrier43
Front and Rear Shock Absorbers43
Winch (YFM45KPSP)45
Trailer Hitch (Equipped Models)46
Auxiliary DC Jack47
Winch Pre-Wiring (Non-Winch Models)48
Pre-Operation Checks49
Fuel51
Engine Oil51
Final Gear Oil51
Differential Gear Oil51
Coolant51
Front and Rear Brakes51
Throttle Lever52
Tires52
Chassis Fasteners54
Instruments, Lights and Switches54
Operation55
Starting the Engine55
Operating the Drive Select Lever and Driving in Reverse56
Engine Break-In58
Parking58
Parking on a Slope59
Accessories and Loading59
Riding Your Atv63
Getting to Know Your Atv64
Ride with Care and Good Judgment64
Be Careful Where You Ride72
Turning Your Atv75
Climbing Uphill78
Riding Downhill80
Crossing a Slope82
Crossing through Shallow Water83
Riding over Rough Terrain85
Sliding and Skidding85
What to Do if86
Periodic Maintenance and Adjustment88
Owner's Manuals89
Periodic Maintenance Chart: Emission Control System90
Periodic Maintenance Chart: General Maintenance and Lubrication92
Removing and Installing Panels97
Checking the Spark Plug104
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Cartridge106
Why Yamalube110
Final Gear Oil111
Changing the Differential Gear Oil114
Coolant116
Cleaning the Air Filter120
Cleaning the Spark Arrester123
V-Belt Cooling Duct Check Hose124
V-Belt Case Drain Plug124
Adjusting the Throttle Lever Free Play125
Valve Clearance126
Brakes126
Checking the Front Brake Pads and Rear Brake Friction Plates127
Checking the Brake Fluid Level127
Changing the Brake Fluid129
Checking the Front Brake Lever Free Play129
Adjusting the Rear Brake Lever and Brake Pedal129
Axle Boots134
Brake Light Switches135
Checking and Lubricating the Cables136
Checking and Lubricating the Front and Rear Brake Levers136
Checking and Lubricating the Brake Pedal137
Checking the Wheel Hub Bearings138
Lubricating the Drive Shaft Universal Joint138
Checking the Stabilizer Bushes138
Lubricating the Rear Knuckle Pivots139
Lubricating the Steering Shaft139
Battery140
Replacing a Fuse144
Replacing a Headlight Bulb146
Adjusting a Headlight Beam149
Replacing the Brake/Tail Light Bulb150
Removing a Wheel150
Installing a Wheel151
Troubleshooting152
Troubleshooting Charts153
Cleaning and Storage155
Cleaning155
Storage156
Specifications158
Consumer Information161
Vehicle Emission Control Information Label161
Noise Regulation (for USA)162
Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited162
Maintenance Record163
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. 2020 and LATER MODEL ATV LIMITED WARRANTY (for USA)164
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) (for USA)166
Extended Service167
Index168

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Brand	Yamaha
Model	KODIAK 450 2023
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English

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