V-Belt Case Drain Plug; Spark Arrester Cleaning - Yamaha KODIAK 450 Owner's Manual

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V-belt case drain plug

After riding in water deep enough to allow it to
enter the V-belt case, remove this plug to
drain the water from the case.
NOTE:
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If water drains from the V-belt case after re-
moving the plug, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the ATV as the water may affect other
engine parts.
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1. V-belt case drain plug
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Spark arrester cleaning

Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool
before cleaning the spark arrester.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of
the muffler.
1. Bolt (× 3)
3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a
wire brush to remove any carbon depos-
its from the spark arrester portion of the
tailpipe.
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