Valve Clearance; Brakes; Checking The Front Brake Pads And Rear Brake Friction Plates - Yamaha KODIAK 700 YFM70KDXH Owner's Manual

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).
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(b)
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(a)
1. Rubber cover
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2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever free play
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
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Valve clearance

The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in
improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To
prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance
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2WD
4WD
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
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Brakes

Replacement of brake components requires pro-
fessional knowledge. Brake service should be
performed by a Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability
and an accident.
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Checking the front brake pads and rear
brake friction plates
The front brake pads and the rear brake friction
plates must be checked for wear at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
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