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1988-2002 Kawasaki Bayou 220 Service & Repair Manual
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Kawasaki
KLF220
BAYOU
All Terrain Vehicle
Service Manual

This quick reference guide will assist
you in locating a desired topic or pro-
cedure.
-Bend the pages back to match the
black tab of the desired chapter num-
ber with the black tab on the edge at
each table of contents page.
-Refer to the sectional table of contents
for the exact pages to locate the spe-
cific topic required.
Quick Reference Guide
General Information 1
2
End 3
4
5
ine Removal/Installation 6
ine Bottom EndlTransmission 7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
nt - 1995 Late - 1997 Models 16
lement - 1998 - 1999 Models 17
lement - 2000 - 2002 Models 18

LIST OF ABBREV IATIONS
A ampere(s) Ib pound(s)
ABOC after bottom dead center m meter(s)
AC alternating current min minute(s)
ATOC after top dead center N newton(s)
BBOC before bottom dead center Pa pascal(s)
BOC bottom dead center PS horsepower
BTDC before top dead center psi pound (s) per square inch
°C degree(s) Celsius r revolution
DC direct current rpm revolution(s) per minute
F farad(s) TOC top dead center
OF
degree(s) Fahrenheit TIR total indicator reading
ft foot, feet V volt(s)
9
gram(s) W watt(s)
h hour(s) n ohm(s)
L liter(s)
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WARNING
CONTAINS
ASBESTOS
Breathing asbestos
dun is dlngerous
to health
Follow safety
instructions
This warning may apply to any of the following
components or any assembly containing one or
more of these components:-
Brake Shoes or Pads
Clutch Friction Material
Gaskets
Insulators
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
e{)perate if possible out of doors or in a well
ventilated place.
.Preferably use hand tools or low speed tools
equipped, if necessary. with an appropriate dust
extraction facility. If high speed tools are used,
they should always be so equipped.
elf possible, dampen before cutting or drilling .
-Dampen dust and place it in properly closed
receptacle and dispose of it safely.


Foreword
This manual is designed primarily for use by
trained mechanics in a properly equipped shop.
However, it contains enough detail and basic in-
formation to make it useful to the owner who de-
sires to perform his own basic maintenance and
repair work. A basic knowledge of mechanics,
the proper use of tools, and workshop proce-
dures must be understood in order to carry out
maintenance and repair satisfactorily. When-
ever the owner has insufficient experience or
doubts his ability to do the work, all adjust-
ments, maintenance, and repair should be car-
ried out only by qualified mechanics.
In order to perform the work efficiently and
to avoid costly mistakes, read the text, thor-
oughly familiarize yourself with the procedures
before starting work, and then do the work care-
fully in a clean area. Whenever special tools or
equipment are specified, do not use makeshift
tools or equipment. Precision measurements
can only be made if the proper instruments are
used, and the use of substitute tools may ad-
versely affect safe operation.
For the duration of the warranty period ,
we recommend that all repairs and scheduled
maintenance be performed in accordance with
this service manual. Any owner maintenance or
repair procedure not performed in accordance
with this manual may void the warranty.
To get the longest life out of your vehicle:
• Follow the Periodic Maintenance Chart in the
Service Manual.
• Be alert for problems and non-scheduled
maintenance.
• Use proper tools and genuine Kawasaki Vehi-
cle parts. Special tools, gauges, and testers
that are necessary when servicing Kawasaki
vehicles are introduced by the Service Man-
ual. Genuine parts provided as spare parts
are listed in the Parts Catalog.
• Follow the procedures in this manual care-
fully. Don't take shortcuts.
• Remember to keep complete records of main-
tenance and repair with dates and any new
parts installed.
How to Use This Manual
In this manual, the product is divided into
its major systems and these systems make up
the manual's chapters. The Quick Reference
Guide shows you all of the product's system
and assists in locating their chapters. Each
chapter in turn has its own comprehensive Ta-
ble of Contents,
For example, if you want ignition coil informa-
tion, use the Quick Reference Guide to locate
the Electrical System chapter. Then, use the
Table of Contents on the first page of the chap-
ter to find the Ignition Coil section.
Whenever you see these WARNING and
CAUTION symbols, heed their instructions!
Always follow safe operating and maintenance
practices.
A WARNING
This warning symbol identifies special
instructions or procedures which, if not
correctly followed, could result in per-
sonal injury, or loss of life.
CAUTiON
This caution symbol identifies special
instructions or procedures which, if not
strictly observed, could result in dam-
age to or destruction of equipment.
This manual contains four more symbols (in
addition to WARNING and CAUTION) which will
help you distinguish different types of informa-
tion.
NOTE
o This note symbol indicates points of par-
ticular interest for more efficient and con-
venient operation.
.Indicates a procedural step or work to be
done,
Olndicates a procedural sub-step or how to do
the work of the procedural step it follows. It
also precedes the text of a NOTE,
* Indicates a conditional step or what action to
take based on the results of the test or inspec-
tion in the procedural step or sub-step it fol-
lows.
In most chapters an exploded view illustration
of the system components follows the Table of
Contents. In these illustrations you will find the
instructions indicating which parts require spec-
ified tightening torque, oil, grease or a locking
agent during assembly.


GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1
General Information
Table of Contents
Before SelVicing _. . .. . .. ....... ........ . ...... _. _ ......... _ 1-2
Model Identification . ... . .. •.. .. ........... _. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
General Specifications . . .. . ............... . ...... . ........ .. 1-5
Periodic Maintenance Chart . .... . ...... .. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . 1-7
Torque and Locking Agent . . .... . ... _ ... . .. ........ .. .. . . : . . . 1-8
Cable and Hamess Routing.. . . . . . ... . ... . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . .. 1-10

1-2 GENERAL .INFORMATION
Before Servicing
Before starting to service a vehicle, careful reading of the applicable section is recommended to
eliminate unnecessary work. Photographs, diagrams, notes, cautions, warnings, and detailed des-
criptions have been included wherever necessary. Nevertheless, even a detailed account has limi-
tations, a certain amount of basic knowledge is also required for successful work.
Especially note the following:
(1) Dirt
Before removal and disassembly, clean the vehicle. Any dirt entering the engine or other
parts will work as an abrasive and shorten the life of the vehicle. For the same reason, before
installing a new part, clean off any dust or metal filings.
(2) Battery Ground
Remove the ground (-) lead 'from the battery before performing any disassembly operations
on the vehicle. This prevents:'
(a) the possibility of accidentally turning the engine over wh ile partially disassembled.
(b) sparks at electric~1 connections which will occur when they are disconnected.
(c) damage to electrical parts.
(3) Tighten ing Sequence
Generally, when installing a part with several bolts, nuts, or screws, start them all in their holes
and tighten them to a snug fit. Then tighten them evenly in a cross pattern. Th is is to avoid
distortion of the part and / or causing gas or oil leakage. Conversely when loosening the bolts,
nuts, or screws, first loosen all of them by about a quarter of turn and then remove them.
Where there is a tightening sequence indication in this Service Manual, the bolts, nuts, or
screws must be tightened in the order and method indicated.
(4) Torque
When torque values are given in this Service Manual, use them. Either' too little or too much
torque may lead to serious damage. Use a good quality, reliable torque wrench.
(5) Force
Common sense should dictate how much force is necessary in assembly and disassembly. If a
part seems especially difficult to remove or install, stop and examine what may be causing the
problem. Whenever tapping is necessary, tap lightly using a wooden or plastic-faced mallet. Use
an impact driver for screws (particularly for the removal of screws held by a locking agent) in
order to avoid damaging the screw heads.
, (6) Edges
Watch for sharp edges, especially during major engine disassembly and assembly. Protect your
hands wi th gloves or a piece of thick cloth when lifting the engine or turning it over.
(7) High-Flash Point Solvent
A high-flash point solvent is recommended to reduce fire danger. A commercial solvent com-
monly available in North America is Stoddard solvent (generic name) . Always follow manufac-
turer and container directions regarding the use of any solvent.
(8) Gasket, O-Ring
Do not reuse a gasket or O-ring once it has been in service. The mating surfaces around the
gasket should be free of foreign matter and perfectly smooth to avoid oil or compression leaks.
(9) Liquid Gasket, Non-Permanent Locking Agent
Follow manufacturer's directions for cleaning and preparing surfaces where these compounds
will be used. Apply sparingly. Excessive amounts may block engine oil passages and cause
serious damage. An example of a non-permanent locking agent commonly available in North
America is Loctite Lock'n Seal (Blue).
(10) Press
'A part installed using a press or driver, such as a wheel bearing, should first be coated with oil
on its outer or inner circumference so that it will go into place smoothly.
(11) Ball Bearing
When installing a ball bearing, the bearing race which is affected by friction should be pushed
by a suitable driver. This prevents severe stress on the balls and races, and prevents races and
balls from being dented . Press a ball bearing until it stops at the stop in the hole or on the shaft.

GENERAL INFORMATION 1-3
(12) Oil Seal and Grease 'Seal
Replace any oil or grease seals that were removed with new ones, as removal generally damages
seals.
When pressing in a seal which has manufacturer's marks, press it in with the marks facing out.
Seals should be pressed into place using a suitable driver, which contacts evenly with the side of
seal, until the face of the seal is even with the end of the hole.
(13) Seal Guide
A seal guide is required for certain oil or grease seals during installation to avoid damage to the
seal lips. Before a shaft passes through a seal, apply a little high temperature grease on the lips to
reduce rubber to metal friction.
(14) Circlip, Retaining Ring
Replace any circlips and .retaining rings that were removed with new ones, as removal weakens
and deforms them. When installing circlips and retaining rings, take care to compress or expand
them only enough to install them and no more.
(15) Lubrication
Engine wear is generally at its maximum while the e~gine is warming up and 'before all the
rubbing surfaces have an adequate lubricative film. During assembly, oil or grease (whichever is
more suitable) should be applied to any rubbing surface which has lost its lubricative film. Old
grease and dirty oil should be cleaned off. Deteriorated grease has lost its lubriCative quality and
may contain abrasive foreign particles.
Don't use just any oil or grease. Some oils and greases in particular should be used only in
certain applications and may be harmful if used in an application for which they are not intended .
This'manual makes reference to molybdenum disulfide grease (MoS,) in the assembly of certain
engine and chassis parts_ Always check manufacturer recommendations before using such special
lubricants.
(16) Electrical Wires
All the electrical wires are either single-color or two-color and, with only a few exceptions,
must be connected to wires of the same color. On any of the two-color wires there is a greater
amount of one color and a lesser amount of a second color, so a two-color wire is identified by
first the primary color and thim the secondary color. For example, a yellow wire with thin red
stripes is referred to as a ·yellow/red" wire; it would be a "red/yellow" wire if the colors were
reversed to make red the main color.
Wire (cross-section) Name of Wire Color
Red
Wire strands
Yellow/red
Yellow
Red
(17) Replacement Parts
When there is a replacement instruction, replace these parts with new ones every time they are
removed. These replacement parts will be damaged or lose their original function once removed.
(18) Inspection
When parts have been disassembled, visually inspect these parts for the following conditions or
other damage. If there is any doubt as to the condition of them, replace them with new ones.
Abrasion Crack Hardening Warp
Bent Dent . Scratch Wear
Color change Deterioration Seizure
(19) Specifications
Specification tenms are defined as follows.
"Standards" show dimensions or performances which brand-new parts or systems have.
"Service limits" indicate the usable limits. If the measurement shows excessive wear or dete-
riorated performance, replace the damaged parts.
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The Kawasaki Bayou 220 Service Repair Workshop Manual covers the important details for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. This manual is packed with information on routine maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting, making it suitable for anyone who wants to work on their vehicle.
- Learn how to perform routine maintenance tasks, such as lubrication and periodic checks and adjustments.
- Find detailed specifications and step-by-step instructions for diagnosing and repairing complex issues.
- Analyze diagrams and illustrations to better understand the inner workings of the vehicle.
- View wiring schematics and other technical information to aid in troubleshooting and repair.
With this manual, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to tackle even the most complex tasks. It's an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about their Kawasaki Bayou 220 and maintain it to its fullest potential. The manual covers a wide range of topics, from general information to lubrication, cooling, transmission, and electrical systems.