2005-2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650/KVF 650 4x4 Service Manual, Page 471Get this manual
APPENDIX 18-5 Troubleshooting Guide
Worn LSD clutch friction plate (Front final gear case) Thrust plug maladjusted (Rear final gear case) Damaged side gears or pinions (Front final gear case) Abnormal Frame Noise: Shock absorber noise: Shock absorber damaged Disc brake noise: Pad installed incorrectly Pad surface glazed Disc warped Caliper trouble Rear brake noise: Foreign matter in hub Brake not properly adjusted Other noise: Bracket, nut bolt, etcnot properly mounted or tightened Exhaust Smokes Excessively: White smoke: Piston oil ring worn Cylinder worn Valve oil seal damaged Valve guide worn Cylinder head gasket damaged Engine oil level too high Black Smoke: Air cleaner clogged Main jet too large or fallen off Starter plunger stuck open Fuel level too high Brown smoke: Main jet too small Fuel level too low Air cleaner duct loose Air cleaner poorly sealed or missing Handling andor Stability Unsatisfactory Handlebar hard to turn: Tire air pressure too low Steering stem bearing damaged Steering stem bearing lubrication inadequate Steering stem bent Damaged steering knuckle joint Damage tie-rod end LSD clutch maladjusted (front final gear case) Noise when turning: Damaged side gear or pinion (front final gear case) Worn LSD clutch friction plates (Front final